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Which word means to give up power?
Which word means to give up power?
What does the term adamant describe?
What does the term adamant describe?
Which term is used to refer to a deliberate act that causes offense?
Which term is used to refer to a deliberate act that causes offense?
Which word best describes a state of indifference?
Which word best describes a state of indifference?
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What does the word augment mean?
What does the word augment mean?
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Which adjective describes something that is not normal or average?
Which adjective describes something that is not normal or average?
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What does the verb alleviate mean?
What does the verb alleviate mean?
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Which word denotes a quality of being wealthy?
Which word denotes a quality of being wealthy?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary List - Definitions
- abbreviate (v.): to shorten
- abdicate (v.): to give up power
- abhor (v.): to despise
- abnormal (adj.): not normal, average
- abode (n.): residence
- abrasive (adj.): irritating
- abrupt (adj.): blunt
- absolution (n.): forgiveness
- absolve (v.): to free from guilt
- abstain (v.): to hold back
- abundant (adj.): plentiful
- accelerate (v.): to advance
- acclaim (v.): to praise
- accommodate (v.): to make room
- accountable (adj.): responsible for
- accumulate (v.): to collect
- accuse (v.): to blame
- acrid (adj.): bitter
- adamant (adj.): determined
- adaptable (adj.): able to change
- adept (adj.): skillful
- adhere (v.): to attach, to stick
- adjacent (adj.): next to
- admonish (v.): to warn
- adorn (v.): to decorate
- adversary (n.): opponent
- adverse (adj.): opposing
- advocate (v.): to support
- aesthetic (adj.): about beauty
- affluent (adj.): wealthy
- affront (n.): deliberate act
- aggravate (v.): to make worse
- aggressive (adj.): forceful
- agitate (v.): to shake, disturb
- ailment (n.): mild illness
- ajar (adj.): slightly open
- alleviate (v.): to lessen
- allot (v.): to allocate, to give out
- allocate (v.): to give out
- aloof (adj.): indifferent
- alter (v.): to change
- altercation (n.): disagreement
- altruistic (adj.): unselfish
- amass (v.): to gather, to accumulate
- ambiguous (adj.): unclear
- ambivalent (adj.): uncertain
- amiable (adj.): friendly
- amicable (adj.): civil, cordial
- amiss (adj.): wrong
- ample (adj.): plenty, enough
- amplify (v.): to increase
- analyze (v.): to examine
- anecdote (n.): story
- animate (v.): to make alive
- animosity (n.): hostility
- antagonize (v.): to provoke
- anticipate (v.): to foresee
- antidote (n.): a cure for poison
- apathy (n.): indifference
- apex (n.): peak
- appalling (adj.): shocking
- apprehensive (adj.): cautious
- arbitrary (adj.): based on a whim
- archaic (adj.): very old
- arduous (adj.): difficult
- arid (adj.): dry
- arrogant (adj.): pompous, cocky
- asperity (n.): harshness of tone
- aspire (v.): to strive
- assent (v.): to agree
- assist (v.): to help
- astute (adj.): sharp
- atone (v.): to make amends
- atrocious (adj.): awful
- atypical (adj.): unusual
- audible (adj.): able to be heard
- augment (v.): to make greater
- authentic (adj.): real
- avert (v.): to avoid
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Test your knowledge of vocabulary with this quiz focused on essential definitions. Each word, ranging from 'abbreviate' to 'aesthetic', will challenge your understanding and provide insights into their meanings and uses. Perfect for enhancing your language skills!
