Abstain (v): To choose not to vote on a proposal. Example: Forty-one voted against it, and about sixty chose not to vote. Circumstantial (evidence) (adj): Evidence that suggests so... Abstain (v): To choose not to vote on a proposal. Example: Forty-one voted against it, and about sixty chose not to vote. Circumstantial (evidence) (adj): Evidence that suggests something but doesn't prove it directly; like a fingerprint found at a crime scene. Example: There’s a lot of indirect evidence against him, but no solid proof. Foreman (n): A jury member selected to speak for the group. Example: The jury foreman said the person was found guilty. Accuse (v): To say someone did something wrong or illegal. Example: He said she was unfaithful. Ballot (n): A paper used to cast a vote. Example: Election officials will count the votes by hand. Dogged (adj): Determined to keep going, even when it’s tough. Example: She fought hard for her rights as a mother. Sadism (n): Enjoying causing pain or suffering to others. Example: Psychologists think sadism can come from a troubled childhood. Bigot (n): Someone who is intolerant of others' beliefs, especially regarding race or religion. Example: Some locals are bigots who insult foreigners. Premeditated (adj): Planned in advance, especially regarding a crime. Example: He chose his victims carefully because they were weak. Acquitted (adj): Officially found not guilty of a crime. Example: She was cleared of all charges. com: Means together or with. Example: Commemorate means to remember together. col: Means together or jointly. Example: Collaborate means to work together. cline: Means to lean. Example: Inclination means a tendency to lean towards something. Read more