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Vocabulary Words Starting with 'A'
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Vocabulary Words Starting with 'A'

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Which word means to renounce or give up a throne?

  • Abbey
  • Abdicate (correct)
  • Acquittal
  • Admonish
  • What does the term 'acrid' refer to?

  • A type of tree
  • A bitter and pungent taste or smell (correct)
  • A type of fabric
  • An ancient civilization
  • Which word means to officially absolve someone from blame or fault?

  • Admonish
  • Alleviate
  • Amalgamate
  • Absolve (correct)
  • What does 'accelerator' typically refer to?

    <p>A device for controlling the speed of a vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Aerobics' is a form of exercise that combines rhythmic movements with ___.

    <p>Music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do 'acolytes' typically assist with?

    <p>Religious ceremonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ablaze' typically refer to?

    <p>Burning or on fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word means to halt or terminate something prematurely?

    <p>Abort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'adjourn'?

    <p>To postpone or suspend a meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'adultery' generally refer to?

    <p>A breach of a marriage vow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of an 'agronomist'?

    <p>A person who studies culture and its practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Alibi' is commonly associated with which concept?

    <p>A legal defense claiming innocence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary Building

    • Aback, abacus, abate, abbey, and abdicate are words that start with the prefix "ab-".
    • Aberration refers to a deviation from the normal or expected.
    • Abject means extremely bad or unpleasant.
    • Abound means to exist in large numbers or quantities.
    • Abort and abortive refer to the act of stopping or failing.
    • Abridged means shortened or condensed.
    • Abscess is a swollen, painful area of the skin that usually contains pus.
    • Absolve means to excuse or forgive.
    • Abstain means to choose not to do something.
    • Abstinence means the practice of not doing something.
    • Accelerate means to increase the rate or speed of something.
    • Accentuate means to emphasize or highlight.
    • Accessory refers to a person or thing that helps or is related to a crime.
    • Accident-prone means likely to have accidents.
    • Acclimatize means to get used to a new climate or environment.
    • Accomplice is a person who helps someone commit a crime.
    • Accord means a formal agreement or treaty.
    • Admire means to respect and appreciate someone or something.
    • Admonish means to warn or advise someone.
    • Adorn means to make something look attractive by adding decorations.
    • Abdomen refers to the stomach area of the body.
    • Acne is a skin condition characterized by blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples.
    • Abscess is a swollen, painful area of the skin that usually contains pus.
    • Ache means a dull pain or discomfort.
    • Aerial refers to something relating to the air or aircraft.
    • Aerobics is a type of exercise that improves oxygen consumption.
    • Aerospace refers to the atmosphere and space beyond.
    • Aground means something is stuck or stranded on the ground.
    • Aggravate means to make a problem or situation worse.
    • Agony means intense physical or mental suffering.
    • Ail means to suffer from a disease or illness.
    • Afloat means feeling happy or carefree.

    Note: These study notes are a summary of the given text, focusing on key facts and context. There are 123 words in the original text, and these notes cover a selection of the most relevant and meaningful terms.

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    Test your vocabulary knowledge with this quiz featuring words that start with the letter 'A', ranging from 'aback' to 'acumen'. See how many of these words you can correctly define!

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