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Abase : Lower; Humiliate 1

Abrasive : Rubbing Away; Tending To Grind Down 26

Abase : Lower; Humiliate 2

Abridge : Condense Or Shorten 27

Abate : Subside; Decrease, Lessen 3

Abrogate : Abolish 28

Abbreviate : Shorten 4

Abscission : Cutting Off; Separation 29

Abbreviate : Shorten 5

Absolute : Complete; Totally Unlimited; Certain 30

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Abdicate : Renounce; Give Up (position, Right, Or Responsibility)

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Absolve : Pardon (an Offense)

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Abdicate : Renounce; Give Up (position, Right, Or Responsibility)

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Abdicate : Renounce; Give Up (position, Right, Or Responsibility)

Abstain : Refrain; Hold Oneself Voluntary Form An Action 33 Or Practice

Aberration : Deviation From The Normal; Mental Disorder 9

Abstain : Refrain; Hold Oneself Voluntary Form An Action 34 Or Practice

Abet : Assist Usually In Doing Something Wrong; 10 Encourage

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Absolve : Pardon (an Offense)

Abstemious : Sparing In Eating And Drinking; Temperate

Abettor : Encourager 11

Abstemious : Sparing In Eating And Drinking; Temperate 36

Abeyance : Suspended Action 12

Abstract : Theoretical; Not Concrete; Nonrepresentational 37

Abhor : Detest; Hate 13

Abstruse : Obscure; Profound; Difficult To Understand 38

Abhor : Detest; Hate 14

Abusive : Coarsely Insulting; Physically Harmful 39

Abide : Dwell; Abide By: Comply With; Put Up With; 15 Tolerate; Ex. Abide By The Rules; Ex. I Can't Abide Rude People. Abject : Wretched; Lacking Pride 16 Abject : (of A Condition) Wretched; As Low As Possible; 17 Lacking Pride; Very Humble; Showing Lack Of SelfRespect; Ex. Abject Apology Abjure : Renounce Upon Oath 18

Abusive : Coarsely Insulting; Physically Harmful 40 Abut : Border Upon; Adjoin 41 Abut : Border Upon; Adjoin 42 Abysmal : Bottomless 43

Abjure : Renounce Upon Oath 19

Abyss : Enormous Chasm; Vast Bottomless Pit 44

Abnegation : Renunciation; Self-Sacrifice; Self-Negation 20

Accede : Agree 45

Abode : Dwelling Place; Home 21

Accelerate : Move Faster 46

Abolish : Cancel; Put An End To 22

Accessory : Additional Object; Useful But Not Essential 47 Thing

Abominable : Detestable; Extremely Unpleasant 23

Acclaim : Applaud; Announce With Great Approval 48

Abominate : Loathe; Hate 24

Acclimate : Adjust To Climate 49

Abortive : Unsuccessful; Fruitless 25

Accolade : Award Of Merit 50

Accomplice : Partner In Crime 51

Adapt : Alter; Modify 76

Accord : Agreement 52

Addendum : Addition; Appendix To Book; Something That 77 Is Added (as At The End Of A Speech Or Book)

Accost : Approach And Speak First To A Person 53

Addiction : Compulsive, Habitual Need 78

Accoutre : To Equip 54

Addle : To Muddle; Drive Crazy; Become Rotten 79

Accretion : Growth, Increase 55

Address : To Direct Speech To; Deal With Or Discuss 80

Accrue : Come About By Addition 56

Adduce : To Present As Evidence 81

Acerbity : Bitterness Of Speech And Temper 57

Adept : Expert At 82

Acetic : Vinegary 58

Adhere : Stick Last 83

Acidulous : Slightly Sour; Sharp, Caustic 59

Adherent : Supporter, Follower 84

Acknowledge : Recognize, Admit 60

Adjacent : Adjoining; Neighboring; Close By 85

Acme : Top; Pinnacle

Adjoin : Be Next To

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Acoustics : Science Of Sound; Quality That Makes A 62 Room Easy Or Hard To Hear In

Adjourn : Suspend Until A Later Time; Move From One 87 Place To Another

Acquiesce : Assent; Agree Passively

Adjourn : Suspend Until A Later Time; Move From One 88 Place To Another

Acquittal : Deliverance From A Charge

Adjunct : Something Attached To But Holding And Inferior 89 Position

63 64 Acrid : Sharp, Bitterly Pungent 65

Admonish : Warn; Reprove 90

Acrimonious : Stinging, Caustic 66

Admonition : Warning 91

Actuarial : Calculating, Pertaining To Insurance Statistics 67

Adore : Love Deeply And Respect Highly 92

Actuary : Someone Who Advises Insurance Companies 68

Adorn : Decorate 93

Actuate : Motivate 69

Adroit : Skillful 94

Acuity : Sharpness 70

Adulation : Flattery; Admiration 95

Acumen : Mental Keenness

Adulterate : Make Impure By Mixing With Baser 96 Substances

Acute : Quickly Perceptive; Keen; Brief And Severe

Adulterated : Made Impure Or Spoiled By The Addition Of 97 Inferior Materials

Adage : Wise Saying; Proverb

Adulterated : Made Impure Or Spoiled By The Addition Of 98 Inferior Materials

Adage : Wise Saying; Proverb

Adulterated : Made Impure Or Spoiled By The Addition Of 99 Inferior Materials

71 72 73 74 Adamant : Hard; Inflexible 75

Advent : Arrival 100

Adventitious : Accidental; Casual 101

Agility : Nimbleness 126

Adventitious : Accidental; Casual 102

Agitate : Stir Up; Disturb 127

Adversary : Opponent 103

Agnostic : One Who Is Skeptical Of The Existence Or 128 Knowability Of A God Or Any Ultimate Reality

Adverse : Unfavorable; Hostile 104

Airy : Of Air; High In The Air; Lofty; Immaterial; Unreal 129

Adversity : Poverty; Misfortune 105

Alacrity : Cheerful Promptness 130

Advert : Refer To

Alchemy : Medieval Chemistry

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Advocacy : Support; Active Pleading On Behalf Of 107 Someone Or Something

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Alcove : Nook; Small, Recessed Section Of A Room

Advocate : Urge; Plead For 108

Alias : An Assumed Name 133

Aegis : Shield; Defense

Alias : An Assumed Name

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Aesthetic : Artistic; Dealing With Or Capable Of 110 Appreciation Of The Beautiful

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Alienate : Make Hostile; Separate

Affable : Courteous 111

Alimentary : Supplying Nourishment 136

Affected : Artificial; Pretended 112

Alimony : Payment By A Husband To His Divorced Wife 137

Affiliation : Joining; Associating With

Allay : Calm; Pacify

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Affirmation : Positive Assertion; Confirmation; Solemn 114 Pledge By One Who Refuses To Take An Oath

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Affirmation : Positive Assertion; Confirmation; Solemn 115 Pledge By One Who Refuses To Take An Oath

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Affliction : State Of Distress; Trial; Cause Of Distress Or 116 Suffering; V: Afflict: Inflict Grievous Suffering On

Allegory : Story In Which Characters Are Used As 141 Symbols

Allege : State Without Proof Allegiance : Loyalty

Affluence : Abundance; Wealth 117

Alleviate : Relieve 142

Affray : Public Brawl

Alliteration : Repetition Of Beginning Sound In Poetry

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Affront : Insult; Offense; Intentional Act Of Disrespect; V: 119 Insult Or Hurt The Feelings Of Intentionally

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Allocate : Assign

Afterlife : Life After Death; Later Part Of One's Life 120

Alloy : A Mixture As Of Metals 145

Agape : Openmouthed 121

Allude : Relief Indirectly 146

Agglomeration : Collection; Heap 122

Allure : Entice; Attract; Tempt 147

Aggrandize : Increase Or Intensify 123

Allure : Entice; Attract 148

Aggregate : Sum; Total 124 Aghast : Horrified 125

Allusion : Indirect Reference 149 Alluvial : Pertaining To Soil Deposits Left By Running 150 Water

Alms : Money Or Good Given To The Poor 151

Amorous : Moved By Sexual Love; Loving 176

Aloft : Upward 152

Amorphous : Shapeless 177

Aloof : Apart; Reserved 153

Amphibian : Able To Live Both On Land And In Water 178

Altercation : Wordy Quarrel 154

Amphitheater : Oval Building With Tiers Of Seats 179

Altruistic : Unselfishly Generous, Concerned For Others 155

Ample : Abundant 180

Amalgam : Combination Of Different Things; Mixture Of 156 Metals (containing Mercury) Used For Filling Holes In Teeth Amalgamate : Combine, Unite In One Body 157

Amplify : Enlarge 181 Amputate : Cut Off Part Of Body; Prune 182

Amass : Collect 158

Amuck : In A State Of Rage 183

Amazon : Female Warrior 159

Amuck : In A State Of Rage 184

Ambience : Environment; Atmosphere 160

Anachronism : An Error Involving Time In A Story 185

Ambiguous : Unclear Or Doubtful In Meaning

Analgesic : Causing Insensitivity To Pain

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Ambivalence : The State Of Having Contradictory Or 162 Conflicting Emotional Attitudes

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Analogous : Comparable

Amble : Moving At An Easy Pace 163

Analogous : Comparable 188

Ambrosia : Food Of The Gods 164

Analogy : Similarity; Parallelism 189

Ambulatory : Able To Walk 165

Anarchist : Person Who Rebels Against The Established 190 Order

Amend : Correct; Change, Generally For The Better 166

Anarchy : Absence Of Governing Body, State Of Disorder 191

Amiable : Agreeable; Lovable 167

Anathema : Solemn Curse 192

Amicable : Friendly 168

Ancestry : Family Descent; Adj. Ancestral 193

Amiss : Wrong; Faulty 169

Anchor : Secure Or Fasten Firmly 194

Amity : Friendship

Anecdote : Short Discount Of An Amusing Or Interesting 195 Event

Amnesia : Loss Of Memory

Anemia : Condition In Which Blood Lacks Red 196 Corpuscles

Amnesia : Loss Of Memory

Anesthetic : Substance That Removes Sensation With Or 197 Without Loss Of Consciousness

170 171 172 Amnesty : Pardon 173

Anguish : Acute Pain; Extreme Suffering 198

Amok : Ia State Of Rage; A:(amuck) Ex. Ruamok 174 Amoral : Nonmoral 175

Angular : Sharp-Cornered; Stuff In Manner 199 Animadversion : Critical Remark; V: Animadvert: 200 Comment Critically With Disapproval

Animated : Lively 201

Anticlimax : Letdown Of Thought Or Emotion 226

Animosity : Active Enmity; Hatred 202

Antidote : Remedy To Counteract A Poison Or Disease; 227 Ex. Antidote To The Economic Troubles

Animosity : Active Enmity; Hatred 203

Antipathy : Aversion; Dislike 228

Animus : Hostile Feeling Or Intent 204

Antiquated : Old-Fashioned; Obsolete 229

Annals : Records; History 205 Annex : Attach; Add To A Large Thing; Take Possession 206 Of; Incorporate (territory) Into A Larger Existing Political Unit (by Force); N: Building Added To A Large One Annihilate : Destroy 207

Antique : Made In An Earlier Period And Usu. Valuable; 230 N: Object That Wamade In An Earlier Period And That Irare Or Valuable Antiquity : Quality Of Being Very Old; Ancient Times; 231 Antiquity : Quality Of Being Very Old; Ancient Times; 232

Annihilate : Destroy 208

Antiquity : Quality Of Being Very Old; Ancient Times; 233

Annotate : Comment; Make Explanatory Notes 209

Antiseptic : Substance That Prevents Infection 234

Annotate : Comment; Make Explanatory Notes 210

Antithesis : Contrast; Direct Opposite Of Or To 235

Annuity : Yearly Allowance 211

Antler : Bony Growth On The Head Of A Deer 236

Annul : Make Void

Anvil : Iroblock Used Ihammering Out Metals

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Anodyne : Drug That Relieves Paior Trouble; Opiate; Adj. 213 Ex. Anodyne Statement

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Anoint : Consecrate; Put Oil On (in A Religious 214 Ceremony)

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Apathy : Lack Of Caring; Indifference Ape : Intimate Or Mimic

Anomalous : Abnormal; Irregular 215

Aperture : Opening; Hole 240

Anonymity : State Of Being Nameless; Anonimousness 216

Apex : Tip; Summit; Climax 241

Anonymous : Having No Name 217

Aphasia : Loss Of Speech Due To Injury Or Illness 242

Antagonistic : Hostile; Opposed; Actively Resisting 218

Aphorism : Pithy Maxim 243

Antecede : Precede

Apiarist : Person Who Keepbees

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Antecedents : Preceding Events Or Circumstances That 220 Influence What Comes Later; Early Life; Ancestors

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Apiculture : Bee-Keeping

Antediluvian : Antiquated; Ancient

Aplomb : Poise

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Anthem : Song Of Praise Or Patriotism; Ex. National 222 Anthem

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Anthology : Book Of Literary Selections By Various 223 Authors; Cf. Omnibus

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Apocalyptic : Prophetic; Pertaining To Revelations Apocryphal : Untrue; Made Up

Anthropoid : Manlike 224

Apogee : Highest Point 249

Anthropologist : A Student Of The History And Science Of Apogee : Highest Point 225 Mankind 250

Apolitical : Having Aaversioor Lack Of Concerfor Political 251 Affairs

Appurtenances : Subordinate Possessions; Something 276 Added To A More Important Thing

Apologist : One Who Writes Idefense Of A Cause Or 252 Institution; N: Apologia

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Apoplexy : Stroke; Loss Of Consciousness Followed By 253 Paralysis

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Apostate : One Who Abandons His Religious Faith Or 254 Political Beliefs

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Apropos : With Reference To; Regarding Aptitude : Fitness; Talent Aquiline : Curved; Hooked

Apothecary : Druggist; Pharmacist 255

Arable : Fit For Plowing 280

Apothecary : Druggist; Pharmacist

Arbiter : A Person With Power To Decide A Dispute; 281 Judge

Apothegm : Pithy, Compact Saying

Arbitrary : Unreasonable Or Capricious; Imperious; 282 Tyrannical; Despotic

256 257 Apotheosis : Deification; Glorification 258

Arbitrate : Act As Judge 283

Appall : Dismay; Shock

Arboreal : Of Or Living In Trees

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Apparent : Evident; Easily Seen Or Understood; 260 Appearing Asuch; Ex. Apparent Improvement

Arboretum : Place Where Different Tree Varieties Are 285 Exhibited

Apparent : Evident; Easily Seen Or Understood; 261 Appearing Asuch; Ex. Apparent Improvement

Arcade : A Covered Passageway, Usually Lined With 286 Shops

Apparition : Ghost; Phantom 262

Arcane : Secret; Mysterious 287

Apparition : Ghost; Phantom 263

Arch : Chief; First; Ex. Archbishop 288

Appease : Pacify; Soothe 264

Archetype : Prototype; Primitive Pattern 289

Appellation : Name; Title 265

Archipelago : Group Of Closely Located Islands 290

Append : Attach 266

Ardor : Heat; Passion; Zeal 291

Application : Diligent Attention 267

Arduous : Hard; Strenuous 292

Appraise : Estimate Value Of

Argot : Slang

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Appreciate : Be Thankful For; Increase In Worth; Be 269 Thoroughly Conscious For

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Argot : Slang

Apprehend : Arrest(a Criminal); Dread; Perceive 270

Aria : Operatic Solo 295

Apprehension : Fear 271

Arid : Dry; Barren 296

Apprehensive : Fearful; Discerning 272

Aristocracy : Hereditary Nobility; Privileged Class 297

Apprehensive : Fearful; Discerning 273

Armada : Fleet Of Warships 298

Approbation : Approval

Arraign : Charge In Court; Indict

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Appropriate : Acquire; Take Position Of For One's Own 275 Use

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Arraign : Charge In Court; Indict

Array : Marshal; Draw Up In Order 301

Aspirant : Seeker After Position Or Status 326

Array : Clothe; Adorn 302

Aspiration : Noble Ambition 327

Arrears : Being In Debt 303 Arrogance : Pride; Haughtiness 304

Aspire : Seek To Attain (position Or Status); Long For; 328 Ex. Aspire To Become President; Ex. Aspire To/after The Leadership Assail : Assault 329

Arroyo : Gully 305

Assent : Agree; Accept 330

Arsenal : Storage Place For Military Equipment

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Assert : State Strongly Or Positively; Demand 331 Recognitioof (rights, Claims, Etc.); Make A Claim To (by Forceful Action); Ex. Assert One's Independence Assessment : Estimation 332

Artful : Exhibiting Art Or Skill; Deceitful; Cunning; Cf. 308 Artifice

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Assiduous : Diligent

Articulate : Effective; Distinct 309

Assimilate : Absorb; Cause To Become Homogeneous 334

Artisan : A Manually Skilled Worker 310

Assuage : Ease; Lessen (pain) 335

Artless : Without Guile, Open And Honest 311 Ascendancy : Controlling Influence; Domination 312 Ascertain : Find Out For Certain 313

Assumption : Something Taken For Granted; The Taking 336 Over Or Taking Possession Of; Ex. Her Assumption Of Power; V: Assume Assurance : Firm Statement That Something Is Certainly 337 True; Promise Or Pledge; Certainty; Confidence In One's Own Ability; Self-Confidence; Ex. In Spite Of All His Asteroid : Small Planet 338

Ascetic : Practicing Self-Denial, Austere 314

Asteroid : Small Planet 339

Ascribe : Refer; Attribute, Assign 315

Astigmatism : Eye Defect That Prevents Proper Focus 340

Ascribe : Refer; Attribute, Assign 316

Astral : Relating To Stars 341

Ascribe : Refer; Attribute, Assign 317

Astral : Relating To Stars 342

Aseptic : Preventing Infection; Having A Cleansing Effect 318

Astringent : Binding; Causing Contraction 343

Ashen : Ash-Colored 319

Astronomical : Enormously Large Or Extensive 344

Asinine : Stupid 320

Astute : Wise; Shrewd 345

Asinine : Stupid 321

Asunder : Into Parts, Apart 346

Asinine : Stupid 322

Asunder : Into Parts, Apart 347

Askance : With A Sideways Or Indirect Look 323 Asperity : Sharpness(of Temper)

Asymmetric : Not Identical On Both Sides Of A Dividing 349 Central Line

Aspersion : Slanderous Remark

Atavism : Resemblance To Remote Ancestors Rather 350 Than To Parents; Deformity Returning After Passage Of Two Or More Generations

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Asunder : Into Parts, Apart 348

Atheistic : Denying The Existence Of God 351

Automaton : Mechanism That Imitates Actions Of 376 Humans

Atone : Make Amends For; Pay For 352

Autonomous : Self-Governing; N: Autonomy 377

Atrocity : Brutal Deed 353

Autonomous : Self-Governing 378

Atrophy : Wasting Away 354

Autonomous : Self-Governing 379

Attest : Testify; Bear Witness 355

Autopsy : Examination Of A Dead Body; Post-Mortem 380

Attire : Clothe; N: Clothing; Array; Apparel 356

Auxiliary : Helper; Additional Or Subsidiary 381

Attribute : Essential Quality 357

Auxiliary : Helper; Additional Or Subsidiary 382

Attribute : Ascribe; Explain 358

Avalanche : Great Mass Of Falling Snow And Ice 383

Audacious : Daring; Bold 359

Avarice : Greediness For Wealth 384

Audit : Examination Of Accounts 360 Augment : Increase 361

Avenge : Take Vengeance For Something Or On Behalf Of 385 Someone; Ex. They Avenged His Death By Burning The Village; Ex. He Swore To Avenge His Brother; Ex. They Averse : Reluctant 386

Augury : Omen; Prophecy 362

Aversion : Firm Dislike 387

August : Impressive; Majestic 363

Avert : Prevent; Turn Away 388

August : Impressive; Majestic 364

Aviary : Enclosure For Birds 389

Aureole : Sun's Corona; Halo 365

Avid : Greedy; Eager For 390

Auroral : Pertaining To The Aurora Borealis 366

Avocation : Secondary Or Minor Occupation 391

Auspicious : Favoring Success 367

Avow : Declare Openly 392

Austere : Strict; Stern 368

Avuncular : Like An Uncle 393

Austerity : Sternness; Severity; Lack Of Luxuries 369

Awe : Solemn Wonder 394

Austerity : Sternness; Severity; Lack Of Luxuries 370

Awful : Terrible; Very Bad 395

Authenticate : Prove Genuine

Awl : Pointed Tool Used For Piercing

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Authoritarian : Favoring Or Exercising Total Control; Non372 Democratic

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Axiom : Self-Evident Truth Requiring No Proof

Authoritative : Having The Weight Of Authority; Dictatorial 373

Azure : Sky Blue 398

Autocrat : Monarch With Supreme Power

Babble : Chatter Ugly

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Autocratic : Having Absolute Unchecked Power; 375 Dictatorial; N: Autocrat, Autocracy

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Bacchanal : Noisy Party With A Lot Of Drinking

Bacchanalia : The Ancient Roman Festival In Honor Of 401 Bacchus

Barrage : Barrier Laid Down By Artillery Fire 426

Bacchanalian : Drunken 402

Barrister : Counselor-At-Law 427

Backslide : Revert (to Bad Habits); N: Reverter 403

Barter : Trader 428

Badger : Pester; Annoy

Barterer : Trader; V: Barter: Trade; Exchange Good For 429 Other Goods Rather Than Money

Badinage : Teasing Conversation

Base : Contemptible; Morally Bad; Inferior In Value Or 430 Quality; Ex. Base Motives/conduct; Ex. Base Metal Such Airon Base : Contemptible; Morally Bad; Inferior In Value Or 431 Quality; Ex. Base Motives/conduct; Ex. Base Metal Such Airon Bask : Luxuriate; Take Pleasure In Warmth 432

404 405 Baffle : Frustrate; Perplex 406 Bait : Harass; Tease 407 Baleful : Deadly; Destructive 408

Bassoon : Reed Instrument Of The Woodwind Family 433

Balk : Foil

Bastard : Illegitimate Child

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Ballast : Heavy Substance Used To Add Stability Or 410 Weight

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Balm : Something That Relieves Pain 411

Bastion : Fortress; Defense Battalion : Army Unit Made Up Of Four Or More 436 Companies

Balmy : Mild; Fragrant 412

Bauble : Trinket; Trifle 437

Banal : Hackneyed; Commonplace; Trite 413

Bawdy : Indecent; Obscene 438

Banal : Hackneyed; Commonplace; Trite 414

Bearing : Deportment; Connection 439

Bandy : Discuss Lightly; Exchange Blows Or Words 415

Beatific : Giving Bliss; Blissful 440

Bane : Cause Of Ruin 416

Beatitude : Blessedness; State Of Bliss 441

Baneful : Ruinous; Poisonous 417

Bedizen : Dress With Vulgar Finery 442

Bank : Heap; Piled-Up Mass; Embankment; Lateral Tilting Bedraggle : Wet Thoroughly 418 (aof An Aircraft In Turning); V: Pile Up; Protect With A 443 Bank; Tilt In Turning Bantering : Good-Natured Ridiculing Beeline : Direct Quick Route 419 444 Bar : Railing In A Courtroom; Legal Profession; Vertical Befuddle : Confuse Thoroughly 420 Line Dividing A Staff Into Equal Measures; Ex. Prisoner At 445 The Bar; V: Shut In Or Out With Bars; Forbid; Exclude; Barb : Sharp Projection From Fishhook, Etc. Beget : Father, Produce; Give Raise To 421 446 Bard : Poet 422

Begrudge : Resent 447

Barefaced : Shameless And Noticeable; Blatant; Bold; Begrudge : Resent 423 Unconcealed; Having No Covering Othe Face; Ex. 448 Barefaced Lie Bargain : Agreement Between Two Groupor People; Beguile : Amuse; Delude, Cheat 424 Something For Sale At A Price Advantageouto The Buyer; 449 V: Negotiate; Trade; Ex. Bargaining Power Baroque : Highly Ornate Behemoth : Huge Creature; Monstrous Animal 425 450

Beholden : Obligated; Indebted 451

Berserk : Frenzied 476

Behoove : Be Suited To, Be Incumbent Upon 452

Beseech : Beg; Plead With 477

Belated : Delayed 453

Beset : Harass; Trouble 478

Beleaguer : Besiege 454

Besiege : Surround With Armed Forces; Harass (with 479 Requests); Annoy Continually

Beleaguer : Besiege 455

Besmirch : Soil; Defile 480

Belie : Contradict; Give A False Impression 456

Bestial : Beastlike; Brutal 481

Bellicose : Warlike 457

Bestow : Give 482

Belligerent : Quarrelsome 458

Betoken : Signify; Indicate; Be A Sigof 483

Bemused : Confused; Lost In Thought; Preoccupied 459

Betray : Be Unfaithful; Reveal (unconsciously Or 484 Unwillingly); Ex. Her Trembling Hands Betray Her Anxiety.

Benediction : Blessing 460

Betroth : Become Engaged To Marry 485

Benefactor : Gift Giver; Patron 461

Bevy : Large Group 486

Beneficent : Kindly; Doing Good 462

Beware : Be Cautiou(of) 487

Beneficial : Helpful; Useful; Advantageous

Bewitch : Cast A Spell Over; Captivate Completely

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Beneficiary : Person Entitled To Benefits Or Proceeds Of 464 An Insurance Policy Or Will

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Benefit : Advantage; Anything That Brings Help, 465 Advantage, Or Profit; Money Provided By The Government To The People; Fund-Raising Public Benevolent : Generous; Charitable 466 Benign : Kindly; Favorable; Not Malignant 467 Benignity : State Of Being Kind, Benign, Gracious 468

Biased : Slanted; Prejudiced Bicameral : Two-Chambered, As A Legislative Body 490 Bicker : Quarrel 491 Bid : Command; Utter (a Greeting); Offer Aa Price; N: 492 Offer Of A Price; Amount Offered; Earnest Effort To Gain Something; Ex. Bid For Freedom Biennial : Every Two Years 493

Benison : Blessing 469

Bifurcated : Divided Into Two Branches; Forked 494

Bent : Natural Talent Or Inclination 470

Bigot : One Who Iintolerant (in Matterof Religion Or 495 Politics)

Bent : Natural Talent Or Inclination 471

Bigotry : Stubborn Intolerance 496

Bequeath : Leave To Someone By A Will; Hand Down 472

Bilious : Suffering From Ingestion; Irritable 497

Bereaved : Deprived Of (someone Beloved Through Death) 473

Bilk : Swindle; Cheat 498

Bereavement : State Of Being Valuable Or Loved 474

Billow : Large Wave Of Water; A Great Swell Or Surge (of 499 Smoke); V: Surge, Swell, Roll In Billows

Berserk : Frenzied 475

Billowing : Rising Or Swelling Like Waves 500

Biting : Sharply Painful To The Body Or Mind; Ex. Biting 501 Wind/remarks Bitter : Having A Sharp Biting Taste; Causing Sharp Pain 502 To The Body Or Mind; Filled With Resentment, Disappointment, Or Other Unpleasant Feelings; Ex. Bitter Blackball : Vote Against (an Applicant); Ostracize; N: 503 Negative Vote Blanch : Bleach; Whiten 504

Blunt : Having A Dull Edge; Abrupt And Frank In Speech 526 Or Manner; Brusque; V: Make Or Become Blunt Blurt : Utter Impulsively 527 Blush : Become Red In The Face (from Embarrassment 528 Or Shame); Become Red Or Rosy; N: Bog : Soft Wet Land; V: Hinder Or Be Hindered; Ex. 529 Bogged Down In The Mud

Blanch : Bleach; Whiten 505

Bohemian : Unconventional (iaartistic Way) 530

Blandishment : Flattery

Boisterous : Violent; Rough; Noisy

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Blare : Loud Or Harsh Roar Or Screech; Dazzling Blaze 507 Of Light

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Blasphemy : Cursing; Irreverence; Sacrilege 508 Blatant : Flagrant; Consciously Obvious; Loudly Offensive 509 Bleak : Cold; Cheerless 510 Blemish : Mar; Spoil The Beauty Or Perfection Of; N: 511 Flaw Or Defect (that Spoilperfection); Ex. Blemishein The Crystal; Cf. Unblemished Blight : Plant Disease; V: Infect With Blight; Ruin; 512 Destroy

Bolster : Support; Prop Up Bolt : Door Bar; Fastening Pior Screw; Length Of Fabric; 533 Large Roll Of Cloth; V: Dash Or Dart Off; Faste(a Door); Gobble Down Bolt : Door Bar; Fastening Pior Screw; Length Of Fabric; 534 Large Roll Of Cloth; V: Dash Or Dart Off; Faste(a Door); Gobble Down Bombast : Grandiloquent, Pompouspeech 535 Bookish : Fond Of Bookand Reading 536 Bookish : Fond Of Bookand Reading 537

Blighted : Suffering For A Disease; Destroyed 513

Boon : Blessing; Benefit; Something Very Helpful 538

Bliss : Complete Happiness; Adj. Blissful 514

Boost : Lift By Pushing Up From Below; Increase; Raise; 539 N: Push Upward; Increase

Blithe : Gay; Joyous 515

Botch : Mismanage; Blow 540

Bloated : Swollen Or Puffed As With Water Or Air 516

Bouillon : Clear Beef Soup 541

Blotch : Spot; Blot; Cf. Blot+botch 517 Blowhard : Talkative Boaster; Braggart 518

Bound : Leap Or Spring; Limit Or Confine; Constitute The 542 Limit Of; Ex. Bounded By Canada; N: Leap Or Jumping; Boundary; Adj: Certain; Having A Duty To Do Something Bountiful : Generous; Showing Bounty 543

Blowhard : Talkative Boaster; Braggart 519

Bourgeois : Middle Class 544

Bludgeon : Club; Heavy-Headed Weapon 520

Bovine : Cowlike; Placid And Dull 545

Blue : Gloomy; Depressed 521

Bowdlerize : Expurgate 546

Blues : State Of Depression Or Melancholy; Style Of 522 Slow, Mournful Music (evolved From Southern Black American Songs) Bluff : Pretense(of Strength); Deception; High Cliff 523

Bowdlerize : Expurgate 547 Brackish : Somewhat Saline 548

Blunder : Error

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Blunt : Having A Dull Edge; Abrupt And Frank In Speech 525 Or Manner; Brusque; V: Make Or Become Blunt

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Brag : Boast

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Braggart : Boaster

Bromide : Platitude; Chemical Compound Used To Calm 576 Excitement

Braid : Plait; Interweave Strandor Lengthof; Make By 552 Weaving Strandtogether; N: Braided Segment (aof Hair)

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Brand : Trademark; Mark Burned On The Hide Of An 553 Animal; Mark Burned Into The Flesh Of Criminals; Mark Of Disgrace; V: Mark With A Brand; Give A Lasting Bad Brandish : Wave Around (a Weapon); Flourish 554

Brood : Sit On In Order To Hatch; Think Deeply Or Worry 578 Anxiously; N: The Young Of Certain Animals; Group Of Young Birdhatched At One Time Brook : Tolerate; Endure; Ex. Brook No Interference; N: 579 Small Stream

Brooch : Ornamental Clasp

Bravado : Swagger; Assumed Air Of Defiance 555

Bruise : Injure Without Breaking The Skin; N: 580

Brave : Face Courageously; Ex. Brave The Storm 556

Brunt : Maiimpact Or Shock (of Aattack Or Blow); Ex. 581 Brunt Of The Argument

Brawl : Noisy Quarrel 557

Brusque : Blunt; Abrupt 582

Brawn : Muscular Strength; Sturdiness 558

Brusque : Blunt; Abrupt 583

Brawny : Muscular; Having Well-Developed Muscles 559

Buccaneer : Pirate 584

Brazen : Insolent 560

Bucolic : Rustic; Pastoral 585

Breach : Breaking Of Contract Or Duty; Fissure; Gap 561 Breadth : Width; Extent 562 Breed : Produce Young; Rear; Bring Up; Produce (an 563 Undesirable Condition); N: Kind Or Sort Of Animal Or Plant Brevity : Consciousness 564

Buffet : Strike Forcefully; Slap; Batter; Knock About; N: 586 Table With Food Set Out For People To Serve Themselves; Meal At Which People Help Themselves To Buffoon : Stupid Person; Clown 587 Buffoonery : Clowning 588 Bugaboo : Bugbear; Object Of Baseless Terror 589

Bridle : Harnesfitted About A Horse'head (used To 565 Restrain); Curb; Check; V: Put A Bridle On; Control Or Restrain; Show Anger Brim : Uppermost Edge Of A Cup; Projecting Rim (aon A 566 Hat); Ex. The Glaswafull To The Brim; V: Be Full To The Brim Brindled : Tawny Or Grayish With Steaks Or Spots 567

Bulge : Protruding Part; Swelling Of A Surface; Ex. The 590 Apple Made A Bulge In Hipocket; V: Swell Outward; Protrude Bulk : Size Or Volume (esp. When Very Large); Main 591 Part; Ex. The Bulk Of The Work Haalready Been Done; Adj. Bulky: Having Great Size Bully : One Who Ihabitually Cruel To Weaker People; V: 592

Brink : Edge (at The Top Of A Cliff); Ex. On The Brink Of 568 The Grand Canyon

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Bulwark : Earthwork Or Other Strong Defense

Brisk : Quick And Active; Marked By Livelinesand Vigor 569

Bump : Hit Or Knock Against With Force; N: 594

Bristling : Rising Like Bristles; Showing Irritation 570

Bump : Hit Or Knock Against With Force; N: 595

Brittle : Easy Broken; Difficult 571

Bump : Hit Or Knock Against With Force; N: 596

Broach : Open Up 572

Bumptious : Self-Assertive 597

Brocade : Rich, Figured Fabric 573 Brochure : Pamphlet 574 Broil : Cook By Direct Heat; N: 575

Bungle : Spoil By Clumsy Behavior 598 Buoyant : Able To Float; Cheerful And Optimistic; N: 599 Buoyancy; Ex. Buoyancy Of Wood/water/american Market Bureaucracy : Government By Bureaus 600

Burgeon : Grow Forth; Send Out Buds 601

Calumny : Malicious Misrepresentation; Slander 626

Burlesque : Give An Imitation That Ridicules 602

Camaraderie : Good-Fellowship 627

Burly : Husky; Muscular 603

Cameo : Shell Or Jewel Carved In Relief 628

Burly : Husky; Muscular 604

Cameo : Shell Or Jewel Carved In Relief 629

Burnish : Make Shiny By Rubbing; Polish

Camp : Group Sharing A Common Cause Or Opinion

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Bust : Piece Of Sculpture Showing A Person'head, 606 Shoulders, And Upper Chest; V: Break Up; Arrest; Ex. Crimebuster Buttress : Support; Prop Up 607

Canard : Unfounded False Rumor; Exaggerated False 631 Report Candor : Frankness 632

Buxom : Plump; Vigorous; Jolly

Canine : Related To Dogs; Dog-Like

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Cabal : Small Group Of Persons Secretly United To 609 Promote Their Own Interests

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Canker : Any Ulcerous Sore; Any Evil

Cache : Hiding Place

Canny : Shrewd; Thrifty

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Cacophonous : Discordant; Inharmonious; N: Cacophony: 611 Unpleasant Mixture Of Loud Sounds

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Cant : Jargon Of Thieves; Pious Phraseology

Cacophony : Discord 612

Cant : Jargon Of Thieves; Pious Phraseology 637

Cadaver : Corpse

Cantankerous : Ill Humored; Irritable

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Cadence : Rhythmic Rise And Fall (of Words And 614 Sounds); Beat

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Cantata : Story Set In Music, To Be Sung By A Chorus

Cadet : Student At A Military School 615

Canter : Slow Gallop 640

Cajole : Coax; Wheedle 616

Canto : Division Of A Long Poem 641

Calamity : Disaster; Misery 617

Canvass : Determine Votes, Etc. 642

Caldron : Large Kettle; A:(cauldron); 618

Capacious : Spacious 643

Caliber : Ability; Capacity 619 Calligraphy : Beautiful Writing; Excellent Penmanship 620 Callous : Hardened; Unfeeling 621

Capacity : Mental Or Physical Ability; Role; Positioor 644 Duty; Ability To Accommodate; Ex. Imy Capacity As President Capillary : Having A Very Fine Bore; Resembling A Hair; 645 Fine And Slender; Ex. Capillary Attraction; N: Very Fine Hairlike Tube; Cf. Capillarity Capitulate : Surrender 646

Callow : Youthful; Immature 622

Caprice : Whim 647

Callus : Area Of Thick Hard Skin 623

Capricious : Fickle; Incalculable 648

Calorific : Heat-Producing 624

Capsize : (of A Boat) Turn Over 649

Calumny : Malicious Misrepresentation; Slander 625

Caption : Title; Chapter Heading; Text Under Illustration 650

Caption : Title; Chapter Heading; Text Under Illustration 651

Catalyst : Agent Which Brings About A Chemical Change 676 While It Remains Unaffected And Unchanged

Captious : Faultfinding 652

Catapult : Slingshot; A Hurling Machine 677

Carafe : Glass Water Bottle; Decanter

Cataract : Great Waterfall; Eye Abnormality

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Carapace : Shell Covering The Back (of A Turtle, Tortoise, 654 Crab, Etc.)

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Catastrophe : Calamity

Carcinogenic : Causing Cancer

Catcall : Shout Of Disapproval Or Displeasure (made At 680 The Theater Or A Sports Match); Boo; V:

Cardinal : Chief 656

Catechism : Book Of Religious Instruction; Instruction By 681 Question And Answer

Cardiologist : Doctor Specializing In Ailments Of The 657 Heart

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Cardiologist : Doctor Specializing In Ailments Of The 658 Heart

Cater : Provide Food And Drink (for); Cater To: Try To 683 Satisfy (desireof A Bad Kind)

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Careen : Lurch; Sway From Side To Side 659

Categorical : Without Exceptions; Unqualified; Absolute

Catharsis : Purging Or Cleansing Away Any Passage Of 684 The Body

Career : Rush Wildly; Go At Full Speed 660

Cathartic : Purgative 685

Carefree : Free From Worries; Having No Problems 661

Cathartic : Purgative 686

Carnage : Destruction Of Life 662

Catholic : Broadly Sympathetic; Liberal 687

Carnal : Fleshy 663

Caulk : Make Watertight (by Blocking Up Cracks As Ia 688 Ship); A:(calk);

Carnivorous : Meat-Eating 664

Causal : Implying A Cause-And-Effect Relationship 689

Carousal : Drunken Relief 665

Caustic : Burning; Sarcastically Biting 690

Carping : Finding Fault 666

Cauterize : Burn With Hot Iron Or Caustic 691

Carrion : Rotting Flesh Of A Dead Body 667

Cavalcade : Procession; Parade 692

Carte Blanche : Unlimited Authority Or Freedom 668

Cavil : Make Frivolous Objections 693

Cascade : Small Waterfall 669

Cavil : Make Frivolous Objections 694

Caste : One Of The Hereditary Classes In Hindu Society 670

Cede : Transfer; Yield Title To 695

Castigate : Punish 671

Celerity : Speed; Rapidity 696

Castigation : Punishment; Severe Criticism Or Disapproval

Celestial : Heavenly

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Castrate : Remove The Sex Organ(of A Male Animal Or 673 Person)

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Casualty : Serious Or Fatal Accident 674 Cataclysm : Deluge; Upheaval 675

Celibate : Unmarried; Abstaining From Sexual Intercourse Censor : (in Ancient Rome) Overseer Of Morals (also 699 Taking The Census); Person Who Eliminates Inappropriate Matter; V: Censor : Overseer Of Morals; Person Who Reads To 700 Eliminate Inappropriate Remarks

Censorious : Critical 701

Chapel : Small Church (in A Prison, College, Or Hospital) 726

Censure : Blame; Criticize 702

Chaperon : Older Person Who Accompanieand 727 Supervisea Young Unmarried Woman

Centaur : Mythical Figure, Half Man And Half Horse

Chaplain : Clergyman Attached To A Chapel

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Centigrade : Measure Of Temperature Used Widely In 704 Europe

Char : Make Or Become Black By Burning; Reduce Or Be 729 Reduced To Carbon Or Charcoal(black Substance Made By Burning Wood) By Incomplete Combustion Charisma : Divine Gift; Great Popular Charm Or Appeal Of 730 A Political Leader

Centrifugal : Radiating, Departing From The Center 705 Centripetal : Tending Toward The Center 706 Centurion : Roman Army Officer 707 Cerebral : Pertaining To The Brain Or Intellect 708

Charm : Quality Of Pleasing; Amulet; Action Or Formula 731 Thought To Have Magical Power; Spell; V: Attract; Cast A Spell On; Bewitch Chary : Cautiously Watchful 732 Chase : Ornament A Metal Surface By Indenting; Follow 733 Rapidly To Catch

Cerebration : Thought 709

Chasm : Abyss 734

Ceremonious : Marked By Formality 710

Chassis : Framework And Working Parts Of An 735 Automobile

Ceremonious : Marked By Formality 711

Chaste : Pure 736

Certitude : Certainty 712

Chasten : Discipline; Punish In Order To Correct 737

Cessation : Stopping 713

Chattel : Personal Property 738

Cession : Yielding To Another, Ceding 714

Chauvinist : Blindly Devoted Patriot 739

Chafe : Warm By Rubbing; Make Sore By Rubbing 715

Checkered : Marked By Changes In Fortune 740

Chafe : Warm By Rubbing; Make Sore By Rubbing 716

Cherubic : Angelic; Innocent Looking 741

Chaff : Worthless Products Of An Endeavor 717

Chicanery : Trickery 742

Chaffing : Bantering; Joking 718

Chide : Scold 743

Chagrin : Vexation; Disappointment

Chimerical : Fantastic; Highly Imaginative

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Chameleon : Lizard That Changes Color In Different 720 Situations 721

Chip : Lose A Small Piece From The Surface Or Edge; N: 745 Small Piece Broken Off Something; Cf. French Fry; Potato Chip/crisp Chiropodist : One Who Treats Disorders Of The Feet 746

Championship : Position Of Champion; Defense Or 722 Support; Competition Held To Determine A Champion

747

Chancellor : Legal Official Of High Rank; Cf. 723 Chancellery(chancellory): Position Of A Chancellor

748

Champion : Support Militantly

Chisel : Swindle Or Cheat; N: Wedgelike Tool For Cutting Chivalrous : Courteous; Faithful; Brave

Chaotic : In Utter Disorder 724 Chaotic : In Utter Disorder 725

Choice : Delicate; Of Very Fine Quality 749 Choir : Group Of People Who Sing Together (esp. During 750 Religiouservices); Place For Choir

Choleric : Hot-Tempered

Clamber : Climb By Crawling

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Chore : Daily Domestic Task (such Acleaning, Cooking, 752 And Shopping); Unpleasant Task

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Chore : Daily Domestic Task (such Acleaning, Cooking, 753 And Shopping); Unpleasant Task

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Clamor : Noise Clandestine : Secret

Choreography : Art Of Dancing 754

Clangor : Loud, Resounding Noise 779

Chortle : Chuckle With Delight; N: 755 Chorus : Phrase Repeated Throughout A Song Or Poem 756

Clap : Strike The Palmof The Handtogether With A 780 Sudden Explosive Sound; Come Together Suddenly With A Sharp Sound; Put Or Send Promptly; Ex. Clap The Clapper : Striker (tongue) Of A Bell 781

Chronic : Long Established As A Disease 757

Clarion : Shrill, Trumpetlike Sound 782

Chuckle : Laugh Quietly 758

Clasp : Hold Firmly Within Arms 783

Chuckle : Laugh Quietly 759

Clavicle : Collarbone 784

Churlish : Boorish; Rude 760

Cleave : Split Asunder 785

Ciliated : Having Minute Hairs

Cleft : Split

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Cipher : Nonentity; Worthless Person Or Thing; Zero; 762 Secret Code; V:

Clemency : Disposition To Be Lenient; Mildness, As Of 787 The Weather

Circlet : Small Ring; Band 763

Cliché : Phrase Dulled In Meaning By Repetition 788

Circuit : Closed Circular Line Around An Area; 764 Circumference; Regularly Repeated Journey From Place To Place Circuitous : Roundabout 765

Clientele : Body Of Customers 789 Clime : Climate 790

Circumlocution : Indirect Or Roundabout Expression 766

Clime : Region; Climate 791

Circumscribe : Limit; Confine 767

Clip : Cut Off With Shears; Fasten; N: Something Clipped 792 Off (aa Short Extract From Film); Clasp Or Fastener

Circumspect : Prudent; Cautious 768

Clipper : Sailing Vessel Built For Great Speed 793

Circumvent : Outwit; Baffle 769

Clique : Small Excessive Group 794

Cistern : Reservoir Or Water Tank 770

Cloister : Monastery Or Convent 795

Citadel : Fortress 771

Clot : Half-Solid Lump Formed From A Liquid (or Blood); 796 V:

Citadel : Fortress 772 Cite : Quote; Command 773 Civil : Having To Do With Citizens Or The State; 774 Courteous And Polite Clairvoyant : Having Foresight 775

Cloven : Split 797 Cloying : Distasteful (because Excessive); Excessively 798 Sweet Or Sentimental; V: Cloy: Become Unpleasant Through Too Much Sweetness Or Excess Coalesce : Combine; Fuse 799 Coalition : Partnership; League; Union Of Separate 800 Political Parties

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Coax : Persuade By Flattery

Colander : Utensil With Perforated Bottom Used For 826 Straining

Coda : Concluding Sectioof A Musical Or Literary 802 Composition

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Collaborate : Work Together

Coddle : To Treat Gently 803

Collage : Work Of Art Put Together From Fragments 828

Codicil : Supplement To The Body Of A Will 804

Collate : Examine In Order To Verify Authenticity; Arrange 829 In Order

Codify : To Arrange (laws, Rules) As A Code; Classify 805

Collation : A Light Meal; Collating 830

Coercion : Use Of Force To Get Someone's Compliance 806

Colloquial : Pertaining To Conversational Or Common 831 Speech

Coercion : Use Of Force To Get Someone's Compliance 807

Colloquy : Informal Discussion 832

Coeval : Living As The Same Time As; Contemporary 808

Collusion : Conspiring In A Fraudulent Scheme 833

Cog : Tooth Protecting From A Wheel 809

Colossal : Huge 834

Cogent : Convincing

Colossus : Gigantic Statue; Person Or Thing Of Great 835 Size Or Importance

Cogitate : Think Over 811

Coma : Deep Prolonged Unconsciousnescaused By 836 Disease, Poison, Or A Severe Blow

Cognate : Allied By Blood; Of The Same Or Kindred 812 Nature

Coma : Deep Prolonged Unconsciousnescaused By 837 Disease, Poison, Or A Severe Blow

810

Cognitive : Having To Do With Knowing Or Perceiving 813

Comatose : In A Coma; Extremely Sleepy 838

Cognizance : Knowledge 814

Combustible : Easily Burned 839

Cognomen : Family Name 815

Comeback : Retort; Quick Clever Reply; Return To Former 840 Status

Cohabit : Live Together 816

Comely : Attractive; Agreeable 841

Cohabit : Live Together 817

Comestible : Something Fit To Be Eaten 842

Cohere : Stick Together 818

Comeuppance : Rebuke; Deserts 843

Cohesion : Force Keeps Parts Together

Commandeer : To Draft Form Military Purposes; To Take 844 For A Public Use

Cohesion : Force Keeps Parts Together

Commemorate : Honor The Memory Of; Serve Aa 845 Memorial To; Ex. Commemorate The 100th Anniversary/those Who Died In The War Commemorative : Remembering; Honoring 846

819 820 Cohorts : Group Of People Who Share Some 821 Commoquality; Armed Band; A Group Of Betwee300 And 600 Soldiers Under One Commander (ithe Ancient Rome) Cohorts : Group Of People Who Share Some 822 Commoquality; Armed Band; A Group Of Betwee300 And 600 Soldiers Under One Commander (ithe Ancient Rome) Coiffure : Hairstyle 823 Coiffure : Hairstyle 824 Coincidence : The Chance Occurrence, At The Same 825 Time, Of Two Or More Seemingly Connected Events; V: Coincide: Happen At The Same Time; Be In Agreement;

Commiserate : To Feel Or Express Pity Or Symphony For 847 Commodious : Spacious And Comfortable 848 Commonplace : Ordinary; N: Something Ordinary Or 849 Common; Trite Remark Commonwealth : Nation Governed By The People; 850 Republic; People Of A Nation

Commonwealth : Nation Governed By The People; 851 Republic; People Of A Nation

876

Comprehend : Include; Understand

Commonwealth : Nation Governed By The People; 852 Republic; People Of A Nation

877

Comprehensive : Thorough; Inclusive

Communal : Held In Common; Of A Group Of People 853

Compress : Close; Squeeze; Contract 878

Commune : Small (often Rural) Community Whose 854 Membershare Work And Income; V: Exchange Thoughtor Feelings; Ex. Commune With Nature Compact : Tightly Packed; Firm, Brief 855 Compartment : One Of The Partinto Which An Enclosed 856 Space Idivided

Comprise : Include; Consist Of 879 Compromise : Adjust; Endanger The Interests Or 880 Reputation Of Compulsion : Compelling; Strong Desire That Idifficult To 881 Control; Irresistible Impulse

Compassion : Sympathy For The Suffering Of Others; Adj. Compulsive : Resulting From Compulsion 857 Compassionate 882 Compassion : Sympathy For The Suffering Of Others; Adj. Compulsory : Obligatory; That Must Be Done 858 Compassionate 883 Compatible : Harmonious; In Harmony With 859

Compunction : Remorse 884

Compelling : Overpowering, Irresistible In Effect 860

Compute : Reckon; Calculate 885

Compensatory : Making Up For; Repaying

Concatenate : Link As In A Chain

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Compilation : Listing Of Statistical Information In Tabular 862 Or Book Form

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Compile : Assemble; Gather; Accumulate; Make (a 863 Report Or A Book) From Facts And Information Found In Various Places; Ex. Compile A Dictionary Complacency : Self-Satisfaction; Smugness; Adj. 864 Complacent

Concave : Hollow Concede : Admit; Yield 888 Conceit : Whimsical Idea; Extravagant Metaphor 889

Complacent : Self-Satisfied 865

Concentric : Having A Common Center 890

Complement : That Which Completes 866

Conception : Beginning; Forming Of An Idea 891

Complementary : Serving To Complete Something 867

Concession : Act Of Yielding 892

Compliant : Yielding 868

Conciliatory : Reconciling; Soothing 893

Complicity : Participation; Involvement 869

Concise : Brief And Compact 894

Component : Element; Ingredient 870

Conclave : Private Secret Meeting 895

Comport : Bear One's Self; Behave

Conclusive : Decisive; Ending All Debate

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Compost : Mixture Of Decaying Organic Matter Used 872 Afertilizer; V: Put Or Make Compost

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Conclusive : Decisive; Ending All Debate

Composure : Mental Calmness 873 Compound : Combine; Produce By Combining; Increase; 874 Make Worse By Adding To Or Increasing; Exacerbate; Ex. Compound An Error; Adj: Consisting Of Two Or More Comprehend : Include; Understand 875

Concoct : Prepare By Combining; Make Up In Concert 898 Concomitant : That Which Accompanies 899 Concord : Harmony; Agreement` Between People Or 900 Things

Concordat : Formal Agreement 901

Congenial : Pleasant; Friendly 926

Concur : Agree 902

Congenital : Existing At Birth 927

Concurrent : Happening At The Same Time 903

Conglomeration : Mass Of Material Sticking Together 928

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Concurrent : Happening At The Same Time

Congruence : Correspondence Of Parts; Harmonious 929 Relationship

Condign : Adequate; (of Punishment) Severe And Well 905 Deserved

Congruent : In Agreement; Harmonious; Corresponding; 930 Coinciding Exactly; Cf. Congruous

Condiments : Seasonings; Spices 906

Conifer : Pine Tree; Cone-Bearing Tree 931

Condole : Express Sympathetic Sorrow 907

Conjecture : Surmise; Guess 932

Condone : Overlook; Forgive 908

Conjugal : Pertaining To Marriage 933

Conductive : Contributive; Tending To

Conjure : Summon A Devil; Practice Magic; Imagine; 934 Invent

Conduit : Aqueduct; Passageway For Fluids

Connivance : Pretense Of Ignorance Of Something Wrong; 935 Assistance; Permission To Offend

Confidant : Trusted Friend 911

Connoisseur : Person Competent To Act As A Judge Of 936 Art, Etc.; A Lover Of An Art

Confide : Tell In Confidence (to A Person One Trusts); Be 912 Confident About

Connotation : Suggested Or Implied Meaning Of An 937 Expression

Confidential : Spoken Or Written In Secret; Trusted With 913 Private Matters; Ex. Confidential Secretary

Connubial : Pertaining To Marriage Or The Matrimonial 938 State

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Confirm : Corroborate; Verify; Support 914

Consanguineous : Having A Common Ancestor; 939 A:(consanguine);

Confiscate : Seize; Commandeer 915

Consanguinity : Kinship 940

Conflagration : Great Fire 916

Conscript : Draftee; Person Forced Into Military Service; 941 V:

Confluence : Flowing Together; Crowd 917

Consecrate : Dedicate; Sanctify 942

Confluence : Flowing Together; Crowd 918 Conformist : Person Who Uncritically Conformto The 919 Customof A Group; Op. Nonconformist: One Who Doenot Conform To Accepted Beliefof Norms Conformity : Harmony; Agreement 920 Confound : Confuse; Puzzle 921

Consensus : General Agreement; Opinion Reached By A 943 Group Consequential : Pompous; Important; Self-Important 944 Conservatory : School Of The Fine Arts (especially Music 945 Or Drama); Glass-Enclosed Area; A:(conservatoire); Cf. Conservancy Consign : Deliver Officially; Entrust; Set Apart 946

Confound : Confuse; Puzzle

Consistency : Absence Of Contradictions; Dependability; 947 Uniformity

Confusion : Bruise

Console : Lessen Sadness Or Disappointment; Give 948 Comfort

Congeal : Freeze; Coagulate

Consolidation : Unification; Process Of Becoming Firmer 949 Or Stronger; V: Consolidate: Merge; Strengthen

922 923 924 Congenial : Pleasant; Friendly 925

Consonance : Harmony; Agreement 950

Consonant : Harmonious; In Agreement; N: 951

Contravene : Contradict; Infringe On 976

Consonant : Harmonious; In Agreement; N: 952

Contrite : Penitent 977

Consort : Associate With

Contrivance : Something Contrived; Machine Or 978 Apparatus; Clever Deceitful Plan; Scheme

Conspicuous : Easily Seen; Noticeable; Striking

Contrive : Invent Or Fabricate In A Clever Way (by 979 Improvisation); Manage; Ex. Contrive To Attract Hiattention Contrived : Forced; Artificial; Not Spontaneous 980

953 954 Conspiracy : Treacherous Plot 955

Conspire : Take Part In A Conspiracy; (of Events) Work Contumacious : Stubborn And Disobedient; Resisting 956 Together; Combine; Ex. Eventconspired To Produce Great 981 Authority (esp. Disobedient To An Order Made By A Difficulties. Court) Consternation : Great Shock; Dismay Contusion : Bruise 957 982 Constituency : Voterrepresented By An Elected Official; Conundrum : Riddle 958 District So Represented; Group Of Supporter(or 983 Constituents) Constitution : Constituting; System Of Laws; Composition Convenant : Agreement 959 Of Something; Physical Makeup Or Structure Of A 984 Person; Ex. Men With Strong Constitutions Constraint : Compulsion; Repression Of Feelings Convention : Social Or Moral Custom; Established 960 985 Practice; Formal Meeting; International Agreement Construe : Explain; Interpret

Convention : Social Or Moral Custom; Established 986 Practice; Formal Meeting; International Agreement

Contagion : Infection

Conventional : Ordinary; Typical; Not Nuclear; Ex. 987 Conventional Weapons

961 962 Contaminate : Pollute 963

Converge : Come Together 988

Contemporary : Person Belonging To The Same Period 964

Conversant : Familiar With 989

Contempt : Scorn; Disdain 965

Converse : Opposite 990

Contend : Struggle; Compete; Assert Earnestly

Converse : Opposite

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Contention : Assertion; Claim; Thesis; Struggling; 967 Competition

Convert : One Who Has Adopted A Different Religion Or 992 Opinion; V: Change Into Another Form; (persuade To) Adopt A Particular Religion Or Belief Convex : Curving Outward 993

Contentious : Quarrelsome 968 Contest : Dispute

Conveyance : Vehicle; Transfer

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Context : Writings Preceding And Following The Passage 970 Quoted

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Conviction : Strongly Held Belief

Contiguous : Adjacent To; Touching Upon 971

Conviction : Strongly Held Belief 996

Continence : Self-Restraint; Sexual Chastity 972

Convivial : Festive; Gay; Characterized By Joviality 997

Contingent : Conditional 973

Convoke : Call Together 998

Contortions : Twistings ; Distortions 974

Convoluted : Coiled Around 999

Contraband : Illegal Trade; Smuggling 975

Copious : Plentiful 1000

Coquette : Flirt 1001

Cow : Terrorize; Intimidate 1026

Cordial : Gracious; Heartfelt 1002

Cower : Shrink Quivering, As From Fear 1027

Cordial : Gracious; Heartfelt

Coy : Shy; Modest; Coquettish

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Cordon : Extended Line Of Men Or Fortifications To 1004 Prevent Access Or Egress

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Cornice : Protecting Molding On Building (usually Above 1005 Columns)

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Cozen : Cheat; Hoodwink; Swindle Crabbed : Sour; Peevish

Cornucopia : Hor(or Horn-Shaped Container) Overflowing Craft : Skill (esp. With One'hands); Skill In Deceiving 1006 With Fruit And Grain; Symbol Of Abundance; Horof Plenty 1031 People; Guile; Adj. Crafty: Cleverly Deceitful; Cunning Corollary : Consequence; Accompaniment 1007

Crass : Very Unrefined; Grossly Insensible; Crude And 1032 Undiscriminating; Ex. Crass Behavior

Corporeal : Bodily; Material 1008

Crass : Very Unrefined; Grossly Insensible 1033

Corpulent : Very Fat

Crave : Desire; Want Intensely

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Corpus : Collection (of Writingor Information); Ex. The 1010 Corpuof Shakespeare'works; Cf. Corpse

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Craven : Cowardly

Corpuscle : Red Or White Cell In The Blood 1011

Credence : Belief 1036

Correlation : Mutual Relationship 1012 Corroborate : Confirm 1013 Corroborate : Confirm 1014 Corrosive : Eating Away By Chemicals Or Disease 1015

Credential : Evidence Concerning One'authority; Written 1037 Proof Of A Person'position; Ex. The New Ambassador Presented Hicredentialto The Court. Credential : Evidence Concerning One'authority; Written 1038 Proof Of A Person'position; Ex. The New Ambassador Presented Hicredentialto The Court. Credential : Evidence Concerning One'authority; Written 1039 Proof Of A Person'position; Ex. The New Ambassador Presented Hicredentialto The Court. Credo : Creed 1040

Corrugated : Wrinkled, Ridged 1016

Credulity : Belief On Slight Evidence 1041

Cosmic : Pertaining To Outer Space 1017

Creed : System Of Religious Or Ethical Belief 1042

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Cosmic : Pertaining To Outer Space

Crescendo : Increase In The Volume Or Intensity As In A 1043 Musical Passage; Climax

Counterpart : A Thing That Completes Another; Things 1019 Very Much Alike

Crest : Top (aof A Hill Or Wave); Showy Featheron The 1044 Head Of A Bird

Coup : Highly Successful Action Or Sudden Attack 1020

Crestfallen : Dejected; Dispirited 1045

Couple : Join; Unite 1021

Crevice : Crack; Fissure 1046

Courier : Messenger

Cringe : Shrink Back, As If In Fear

1022

1047

Covenant : Binding Agreement Betweetwo Groups Or 1023 People; Compact; V: Enter Into A Covenant; Promise

1048

Crinkle : Wrinkle

Covert : Secret; Hidden; Implied 1024

Criteria : Standards Used In Judging; Cf. Criterion 1049

Covetous : Avaricious; Eagerly Desirous Of 1025

Criterion : Standard Used In Judging 1050

Crochet : Make (a Piece Of Needlework) By Looping 1051 Thread With A Hooked Needle; N: Cf. Crotchet

Cynical : Skeptical Or Distrustful Of Human Motives 1076

Crone : Hag; Ugly Old Woman 1052

Cynosure : Object Of General Attention 1077

1053

Cross : Bad-Tempered; Showing Ill-Humor; Angry

Dabble : Work At Ia Nonserious Fashion; Splash Around; 1078 Move Noisily Ia Liquid

Crossbreed : Hybridize; N: Hybrid; Cf. Interbreed; Cf. 1054 Inbreed

Dainty : Delicate; Delicately Beautiful; Fastidious; Not 1079 Easy To Please; Ex. Dainty Movement/dress

Crotchety : Eccentric; Whimsical 1055

Dais : Raised Platform For Guests Of Honor 1080

Crust : Hard Outer Covering (aof Earth Or Snow) 1056

Dais : Raised Platform For Guests Of Honor 1081

Crux : Critical Point 1057

Dally : Trifle With; Procrastinate 1082

Crypt : Secret Recess Or Vault, Usually Used For Burial 1058 Cryptic : Mysterious; Puzzling; Secret 1059 Cubicle : Small Chamber Used For Sleeping 1060 Cue : Word Or Signal (ain A Play To Prompt Another 1061 Actor'speech Or Entrance); Reminder Or Hint; V: Give A Cue To Culinary : Pertaining To Cooking 1062

Damn : Condemn; Criticize Severely; Condemn To 1083 Everlasting Punishment; Doom; Bring To Ruin; N: Damnation Dank : Damp 1084 Dapper : Neat And Trim (iappearance); (of Small Men) 1085 Neat Iappearance And Quick Imovements; Neat; Spry Dappled : Spotted 1086 Dappled : Spotted 1087

Cull : Pick Out; Reject 1063

Dart : Move Or Throw Suddenly And Quickly 1088

Culmination : Attainment Of Highest Point 1064

Dart : Move Or Throw Suddenly And Quickly 1089

Culmination : Attainment Of Highest Point 1065

Dastard : Coward 1090

Culpable : Deserving Blame 1066

Dastard : Coward 1091

Culprit : One Guilty Of A Crime 1067

Daunt : Intimidate 1092

Culvert : Artificial Channel For Water 1068

Dauntless : Bold 1093

Cumulative : Growing By Addition; Accumulative

Dawdle : Loiter; Waste Time

1069

1094

Cunning : Clever In Deceiving; Sly; N: Clevernesin 1070 Deceiving; Deceit

Daze : Stun Awith A Blow Or Shock; Bemuse; Benumb; 1095 N:

Cupidity : Greed 1071

Dazzle : Make Blind With A Sudden Intense Light; 1096 Amaze; Fill With Wonder

Curmudgeon : Churlish, Miserly Individual 1072

Deadlock : Standstill; Stalemate 1097

Cursive : Flowing, Running 1073

Deadpan : Wooden; Impersonal 1098

Cursory : Casual; Hastily Done 1074

Dearth : Scarcity 1099

Curtail : Shorten; Reduce 1075

Debacle : Breaking Up; Downfall 1100

Debar : Bar; Forbid; Exclude; Ex. Debarred From Jury 1101 Services

Defame : Harm Someone's Reputation; Malign 1126

Debase : Reduce To Lower State 1102

Default : Failure To Do 1127

Debauch : Corrupt; Make Intemperate

Defeatist : Attitude Of One Who Is Ready To Accept 1128 Defeat As A Natural Outcome

Debilitate : Weaken; Enfeeble

Defect : Shortcoming; V: Desert (in Order To Join The 1129 Opposite One)

1103 1104 Debonair : Friendly; Aiming To Please 1105

Defection : Desertion 1130

Debunk : Expose As False, Exaggerated, Worthless, Etc. Defer : Give In Respectfully; Submit; Delay Till Later; 1106 ; Ridicule 1131 Exempt Temporarily; N: Deferment; Cf. Show Respect, Comply With, Courteous Debut : D\'ebut; First Public Appearance; Formal Deference : Courteous Regard For Another's Wish 1107 Presentation Of A Young Woman To Society 1132 Debutante : Young Woman Making Formal Entrance In 1108 Society

Defiance : Refusal To Yield; Resistance; V: Defy; Adj. 1133 Defiant

Decadence : Decay 1109

Defile : Pollute; Profane 1134

Decant : Pour Off Gently 1110

Definitive : Final; Compete 1135

Decapitate : Behead 1111

Deflect : Turn Aside 1136

Decelerate : Slow Down 1112

Defoliate : Destroy Leaves 1137

Decimate : Kill, Usually One Out Of Ten 1113

Defray : Pay Costs For 1138

Decipher : Interpret Secret Code 1114

Defrock : Strip A Priest Or Minister Of Church Authority; 1139 Unfrock

Declivity : Downward Slope

Deft : Neat; Skillful

1115

1140

Decollete : (of A Dress) Having A Low-Cut Neckline; Cf. 1116 D\'ecolletage: Low Neckline (oa Dress)

1141

Defunct : Dead; No Longer In Use Or Existence

Decomposition : Decay 1117

Degenerate : Become Worse; Deteriorate 1142

Decorous : Proper 1118

Degenerate : Become Worse; Deteriorate 1143

Decorous : Proper 1119 Decorum : Propriety; Orderliness And Good Taste In 1120 Manners; Appropriateness Of Behavior Or Conduct

Degradation : Humiliation; Debasement; Degeneration; V: 1144 Degrade: Debase; Disgrace; Degenerate; Reduce (something) In Worth; Demote (someone); Reduce In Degraded : Lowered In Rank; Debased 1145

Decrepit : Worn Out Of Age 1121

Deify : Turn Into God; Idolize 1146

Deducible : Derived By Reasoning 1122

Deign : Condescend 1147

Deducible : Derived By Reasoning 1123

Delectable : Delightful; Delicious 1148

Deface : Mar; Disfigure 1124

Delete : Erase; Strike Out 1149

Defalcate : Embezzle 1125

Deleterious : Harmful 1150

Deliberate : Consider; Ponder 1151

Deplete : Reduce; Exhaust 1176

Delineate : Portray 1152

Deplore : Regret; Disapprove Of 1177

1153

Delirium : Mental Disorder Marked By Confusion

Deploy : Move Troops So That The Battle Line Is 1178 Extended At The Expense Of Depth

Delta : Flat Plain Of Mud Or Sand Between Branches Of 1154 A River

1179

Deposition : Testimony Under Oath

Delude : Deceive 1155

Depravity : Corruption; Wickedness 1180

Delusion : False Belief; Hallucination 1156

Depravity : Corruption; Wickedness 1181

Delusive : Deceptive; Raising Vain Hopes 1157

Depreciate : Lessen In Value 1182

Demagogue : Person Who Appeals To People's Prejudice 1158

Depreciate : Express Disapproval Of; Protest Against; 1183 Belittle

Demean : Degrade; Humiliate 1159

Depreciate : Lessen In Value 1184

Demeanor : Behavior; Bearing 1160

Depredation : Plundering 1185

Demerit : Fault; Bad Quality 1161

Depredation : Plundering 1186

Demise : Death 1162 Demographic : Related To Populatiobalance; N: 1163 Demography: Statistical Study Of Humapopulation

Deputize : Work Or Appoint Aa Deputy; N: Deputy: 1187 Person Who Hathe Power To Take Charge When The Leading Person Iaway Deranged : Insane 1188

Demolition : Destruction 1164

Derelict : Abandoned; 1189

Demoniac : Fiendish 1165

Dereliction : Neglect Of Duty; Abandonment 1190

Demotic : Pertaining To The People 1166

Deride : Scoff At 1191

Demur : Delay; Object 1167

Derision : Ridicule 1192

Denigrate : Blacken 1168

Derivative : Unoriginal; Derived From Another Source 1193

Denizen : Inhabitant Of 1169

Dermatologist : One Who Studies The Skin And Its 1194 Diseases

Denomination : Religiougroup; Unit In A System; Name Or Derogatory : Expressing A Low Opinion 1170 Designation; Cf. Denominator: Common Trait Or 1195 Characteristic Denotation : Meaning; Distinguishing By Name Descant : Discuss Fully 1171 1196 Denouement : Outcome; Final Development Of The Plot 1172 Of A Play

Descant : Discuss Fully 1197

Denounce : Condemn; Criticize 1173

Descry : Catch Sight Of 1198

Denounce : Condemn; Criticize 1174

Desecrate : Profane; Violate The Sanctity Of 1199

Depict : Portray 1175

Desecrate : Profane; Violate The Sanctity Of 1200

Desiccate : Dry Up 1201

Devise : Think Up; Invent; Plan; Bequeath; N: Bequest 1226

Desolate : Rob Of Joy; Lay Waste To; Forsake 1202

Devoid : Lacking 1227

Desolate : Rob Of Joy; Lay Waste To; Forsake 1203

Devoid : Lacking 1228

Desperate : Having Lost All Hope; Despairing; Recklesand Devolve : Deputize; Pass To Others 1204 Violent Because Of Losof Hope Or Despair; Undertaken 1229 Aa Last Resort Despicable : Contemptible Devout : Pious 1205 1230 Despise : Scorn 1206

Dexterous : Skillful 1231

Despoil : Plunder 1207

Diabolical : Devilish 1232

Despondent : Depressed; Gloomy 1208

Diadem : Crown 1233

Despot : Tyrant; Harsh, Authoritarian Ruler 1209

Dialectic : Art Of Debate 1234

Despot : Tyrant; Harsh, Authoritarian Ruler 1210 Destitute : Extremely Poor 1211

Dialectical : Relating To The Art Of Debate; Mutual Or 1235 Reciprocal; Ex. Dialectical Situation; N: Dialectic: Art Of Arriving At The Truth By The Exchange Of Logical Diaphanous : Sneer; Transparent 1236

Desultory : Aimless; Jumping Around

Diatribe : Bitter Scolding; Invective

1212

1237

Detached : Emotionally Removed; Calm And Objective; 1213 Indifferent

1238

Dichotomy : Branching Into Two Parts

Detain : Keep Waiting; Prevent From Leaving Or Going; N: Dictum : Authoritative And Weighty Statement 1214 Detention 1239 Detergent : Cleansing Agent

Dictum : Authoritative And Weighty Statement

1215

1240

Determination : Resolve; Firmness Of Purpose; 1216 Measurement Or Calculation; Decision

1241

Dictum : Authoritative And Weighty Statement

Deterrent : Something That Discourages; Hindrance 1217

Didactic : Teaching; Instructional 1242

Detonation : Explosion 1218

Die : Metal Block Used For Shaping Metal Or Plastic; 1243 Device For Stamping Or Impressing; Mold; Cf. Dice

Detraction : Slandering; Aspersion 1219

Diffidence : Shyness 1244

Deviate : Turn Away From 1220 Deviate : Turn Away From 1221

Diffuse : Wordy; Verbose; Rambling; Spread Out (like A 1245 Gas); V: Spread Out Iall Directions; Disperse; N: Diffusion; Cf. Suffuse Diffusion : Wordiness; Spreading In All Directions Like A 1246 Gas

Deviate : Turn Away From 1222

Dignitary : Person Of High Rank Or Position 1247

Devious : Going Astray; Erratic; Cunning 1223

Digression : Wandering Away From The Subject 1248

Devious : Going Astray; Erratic; Cunning 1224

Dilapidated : Ruined Because Of Neglect 1249

Devious : Going Astray; Erratic; Cunning 1225

Dilate : Expand 1250

Dilatory : Delaying

Discomfit : Put To Rout; Defeat; Disconcert

1251

1276

Dilemma : Problem; Choice Of Two Unsatisfactory 1252 Alternatives

1277

Discompose : Disturb The Composure Of; Confuse

Diligence : Steadiness Of Effort; Persistent Hard Work 1253

Disconcert : Confuse; Upset; Embarrass 1278

Diminution : Lessening; Reduction In Size

Disconsolate : Sad

1254

1279

Dingy : (of Things And Place) Dirty And Dull; Ex. Dingy 1255 Street/curtain

Discord : Conflict; Lack Of Harmony; Dissonance (when 1280 Musical Notes Are Played)

Dint : Means; Effort 1256

Discordant : Inharmonious; Conflicting 1281

Diorama : Life-Size, Three-Dimensional Scene From 1257 Nature Or History; Three-Dimensional Scene With Modeled Figures Against A Painted Background Dire : Disastrous 1258

Discordant : Inharmonious; Conflicting 1282 Discourse : Formal Discussion; Conversation 1283

Dirge : Lament With Music 1259

Discredit : Defame; Destroy Confidence In; Disbelieve 1284

Disabuse : Correct A False Impression; Undeceive 1260

Discrepancy : Lack Of Consistency; Difference 1285

Disabuse : Correct A False Impression; Undeceive

Discrete : Separate; Unconnected

1261

1286

Disaffected : Disloyal; Lacking Loyalty; V: Disaffect: 1262 Cause To Lose Affectioor Loyalty

Discretion : Prudence; Ability To Adjust Actions To 1287 Circumstances

Disapprobation : Disapproval; Condemnation 1263

Discriminate : Distinguish; Make Distinctionon The Basiof 1288 Preference

Disarray : Disorderly Or Untidy State 1264

Discriminating : Able To See Differences; Prejudiced 1289

Disavowal : Denial; Disclaiming 1265

Discursive : Digressing; Rambling 1290

Disband : Dissolve; Disperse 1266

Disdain : Treat With Scorn Or Contempt 1291

1267

Disband : Dissolve; Disperse

Disembark : Debark; Go Ashore (from A Ship); Unload 1292 Cargo From A Ship; Cf. Embark

Disbar : Make (a Lawyer) Leave The Bar Or The Legal 1268 Profession

Disembark : Debark; Go Ashore (from A Ship); Unload 1293 Cargo From A Ship; Cf. Embark

Disburse : Pay Out

Disenfranchise : Disfranchise; Deprive Of A Civil Right; 1294 Op. Enfranchise

Disburse : Pay Out

Disengage : Uncouple; Separate; Disconnect; Stop 1295 Fighting; Op. Engage

1269 1270 Discernible : Distinguishable; Perceivable

Disfigure : Mar In Beauty; Spoil

1271

1296

Discerning : Mentally Quick And Observant; Having 1272 Insight

Disgorge : Surrender Something (stolen); Eject; Vomit; 1297 Op. Gorge

Disclaim : Disown; Renounce Claim To 1273

Disgruntle : Make Discontented 1298

Disclose : Reveal 1274

Dishearten : Discourage 1299

Discombobulated : Discomposed; Confused 1275

Disheveled : Untidy 1300

Disheveled : Untidy

Disquietude : Uneasiness; Anxiety; V: Disquiet: Make 1326 Anxious

Dishonor : Disgrace; N: Adj. Dishonorable

Disquietude : Uneasiness; Anxiety; V: Disquiet: Make 1327 Anxious

Disinclination : Unwillingness

Disquisition : Formal Systematic Inquiry; An Explanation 1328 Of The Results Of A Formal Inquiry

1301 1302 1303 Disingenuous : Not Native; Sophisticated 1304

Dissection : Analysis; Cutting Apart In Order To Examine 1329

Disinterested : Unprejudiced 1305

Dissemble : Disguise; Pretend 1330

Disjointed : Disconnected 1306

Disseminate : Scatter (like Seeds) 1331

Disjunction : Act Or State Of Separation; Disunity; Cf. Disseminate : Scatter (like Seeds) 1307 Disjunctive: Expressing A Choice Between Two Ideas; Cf. 1332 Conjunction; Cf. Conjunctive Dislodge : Remove (forcibly); Force Out Of A Position; Ex. Dissension : Disagreement Of Opinioncausing Strife 1308 Dislodge The Food Caught Ihis Throat; Cf. Lodge 1333 Within A Group Dismantle : Take Apart 1309

Dissent : Disagree 1334

Dismember : Cut Into Small Parts 1310

Dissertation : Formal Essay 1335

Dismember : Cut Into Small Parts 1311

Dissimulate : Pretend; Conceal By Feigning 1336

Dismiss : Put Away From Consideration; Reject 1312

Dissipate : Squander 1337

Disparage : Belittle 1313

Dissolute : Loose In Morals 1338

Disparate : Basically Different; Unrelated 1314

Dissonance : Discord 1339

Disparity : Difference; Condition Of Inequality 1315

Dissuade : Advise Against 1340

Dispassionate : Calm; Impartial 1316

Distant : Reserved Or Aloof; Cold In Manner 1341

Dispassionate : Calm; Impartial 1317

Distend : Expand; Swell Out 1342

Dispatch : Speediness; Prompt Execution; Message Sent Distill : Extract The Essence; Purify; Refine 1318 With All Due Speed 1343 Dispel : Scatter; Drive Away; Cause To Vanish 1319

Distinct : Clearly Different; Clearly Noticed 1344

Disperse : Scatter 1320 Dispirited : Lacking In Spirit 1321 Disport : Amuse; Ex. Disport Oneself; Cf. Divert 1322

Distinction : Honor; Excellence; Difference; Contrast; 1345 Discrimination; Ex. Graduated With Distinction; Ex. A Writer Of Real Distinction Distinctive : Clearly Different From Otherof The Same Kind 1346 Distort : Twist Out Of Shape; Give A False Account Of; 1347 Misrepresent; N: Distortion

Disputatious : Argumentative; Fond Of Argument 1323

Distortion : Twisting Out Of Shape 1348

Disputatious : Argumentative; Fond Of Argument 1324

Distract : Take (one'attention) Off Something; Upset 1349 Emotionally; Make Anxious; Adj. Distracted

Disputatious : Argumentative; Fond Of Argument 1325

Distrait : Absentminded 1350

Distraught : Upset; Distracted By Anxiety 1351

Dolt : Stupid Person 1376

Distraught : Upset; Distracted By Anxiety 1352

Domicile : Home 1377

Distraught : Upset; Distracted By Anxiety 1353 Diurnal : Daily 1354

Dominant : Exercising The Most Influence; High And 1378 Easily Seen; Stronger Than The Other Part Of A System; Not Recessive Dominate : Control; Rule; Enjoy A Commanding Position 1379 In; Overlook From A Height;

Diva : Operatic Singer; Prima Donna 1355

Domineer : Rule Over Tyrannically 1380

Diverge : Vary; Go In Different Directions From The Same Don : Put On; Op. Doff 1356 Point 1381 Divergent : Differing; Deviating 1357

Doom : Condemnation To A Severe Penalty; Ruin; Fate 1382 (esp. A Tragic Or Ruinouone); V:

Divers : Several; Differing 1358

Dormant : Sleeping; Lethargic; Torpid 1383

Diverse : Differing In Some Characteristics; Various 1359

Dormer : Window Projecting Upright From Roof; Cf. 1384 Sleeping Room

Diversion : Act Of Turning Aside; Pastime 1360

Dorsal : Relating To The Back Of An Animal 1385

Diversity : Variety; Dissimilitude

Dossier : File Of Documents Oa Subject Or Person; File; 1386 Cf. Bundle Of Papers Labeled Othe Back

Divest : Strip; Deprive 1362

Dotage : Senility; Feeblemindedness Of Old Age; Ex. 1387 Ione's Dotage

Divine : Perceive Intuitively (by Or As If By Magic); 1363 Foresee The Future; Foretell; Dowse; Adj. N: Divination

Dotage : Senility; Feeblemindedness Of Old Age; Ex. 1388 Ione's Dotage

1361

Divulge : Reveal

1364

Dote : Be Excessively Fond Of; Show Signs Of Mental 1389 Decline

Docile : Obedient; Easily Managed 1365

Dour : Sullen; Stubborn 1390

Docket : Program As For Trial; Book Where Such Entries Douse : Plunge Into Water; Drench; Extinguish 1366 Are Made 1391 Doctrinaire : Unable To Compromise About Points Of 1367 Doctrine; Dogmatic; Unyielding Doctrine : Teachings In General; Particular Principle 1368 (religious, Legal, Etc.) Taught; Dogma; Tenet; Adj. Doctrinal Document : Provide Written Evidence 1369 Doddering : Shaky; Infirm From Old Age 1370

Dowdy : Slovenly; Untidy 1392 Downcast : Disheartened; Dejected; Sad; Directed 1393 Downward Dowry : Money Or Property Brought By A Bride To Her 1394 Husband At Marriage Dowse : Use A Divining Rod To Search For Underground 1395 Water Or Minerals

Doff : Take Off

1371

Doze : Sleep Lightly; Nap 1396

Dogged : Determined; Stubborn 1372 Doggerel : Poor Verse

Draconian : Extremely Severe; Ex. Draconiapunishment; 1398 Cf. Draco: Atheniapolitician

Doldrums : Blues; Listlessness; Slack Period

Draft : First Rough Form; Conscription; Draught; V: Make 1399 A Draft Of; Conscript

Dolorous : Sorrowful

Drama : Prose Or Verse Composition To Be Performed 1400 By Actors; Play; Exciting And Unusual Situation

1373 1374 1375

Drab : Dull; Lacking Color; Cheerless ; Ex. Drab Coat/life 1397

Drastic : Strong; Violent And Severe; Ex. Drastic 1401 Changes/measures Draught : Current Of Air (through A Room Or To A Fire); 1402 Act Of Pulling Roads; Act Of Swallowing Liquid Or Amount Of Liquid Swallowed At A Time Draw : Choosing Of A Lot Or Card 1403

Dummy : Imitation Of A Real Object Used Aa Substitute; 1426 Effigy Dupe : Someone Easily Fooled Or Deceived; V: Deceive 1427 Duplicity : Double Dealing; Hypocrisy 1428

Dregs : Sediment; Worthless Residue 1404

Duration : Length Of Time Something Lasts 1429

Dribble : Flow Or Fall In Drops; Let Saliva Flow Out Slowly Duress : Forcible Restraint 1405 From The Mouth; Move A Ball; N: 1430 Drip : Fall Or Let Fall In Drops; Shed Drops; N: Action Or 1406 Sound Of Falling In Drops; Liquid That Fallin Drops

Dutiful : Respectful; Obedient 1431

Drivel : Nonsense; Foolishness; V: Talk Nonsense 1407

Dwindle : Shrink; Reduce 1432

Droll : Queer And Amusing 1408

Dynamo : Generator For Producing Electricity; Energetic 1433 Person

Drone : Idle Person; Male Bee 1409

Dys- : Abnormal; Impaired 1434

1410

Drone : Idle Person; Male Bee

Dysentery : Inflammatory Disorder Of The Lower Intestinal 1435 Tract

Drone : Idle Persowho Lives Oother People's Work; Male 1411 Bee

Dyslexia : Word Blindness; Learning Disorder Marked By 1436 Impairment Of The Ability To Read

Droop : Bend Or Hang Downward; Become Weakened; 1412 Ex. Hishoulderdrooped With Tiredness; N:

1437

Droop : Bend Or Hang Downward; Become Weakened; 1413 Ex. Hishoulderdrooped With Tiredness; N:

Earmark : Set Aside (money Or Time) For A Particular 1438 Purpose

Dross : Waste Matter; Worthless Impurities 1414

Dyspeptic : Suffering From Indigestion

Earn : Gain For The Performance Of Service Or Labor; 1439 Gain (something That One Deserves); Deserve

Drudge : Do Drudgery; N: Person Who Drudges 1415

Earthy : Unrefined; Coarse 1440

Drudgery : Menial Work 1416

Ebb : (of The Tide) Recede; Lessen; Diminish; N: Op. 1441 Flow: Rise Of Tide

Dtcollett : Having A Low-Necked Dress 1417

Ebb : Recede; Lessen 1442

Dubious : Doubtful 1418 Ductile : Malleable; Pliable; (of Metals) Easily Pulled Into 1419 Shape; Flexible; (of Someone) Easily Influenced Or Controlled Ductile : Malleable; Pliable; (of Metals) Easily Pulled Into 1420 Shape; Flexible; (of Someone) Easily Influenced Or Controlled Duenna : Attendant Or Young Female; Chaperone 1421

Ebullient : Showing Excitement; Overflowing With 1443 Enthusiasm Eccentric : Odd; Whimsical; Irregular 1444 Eccentric : Odd; Whimsical; Irregular 1445 Eccentricity : Oddity; Idiosyncrasy 1446

Duenna : Attendant Or Young Female; Chaperone 1422

Ecclesiastic : Pertaining To The Church 1447

Duenna : Attendant Or Young Female; Chaperone 1423

Eclectic : Selective In Choosing From A Variety Of 1448 Sources

Dulcet : Sweet Sounding; Pleasing To The Ear; Melodious

Eclipse : Darken; Extinguish; Surpass

1424

1449

Dumbfound : Astonish (making Dumb); A: (dumfound); 1425 Adj. Dumbfounded, Dumfounded, Dumbstruck

1450

Ecliptic : Path Of The Sun And The Planets

Ecologist : A Person Concerned With The 1451 Interrelationship Between Living Organisms And Their Environment Economy : Efficiency Or Conciseness In Using 1452 Something; Thrifty Management Of Resources

Effusion : Pouring Forth; Unrestrained Outpouring Of 1476 Feeling; V: Effuse: Pour Out; Adj. Effusive: Pouring Forth; Gushing Ego : One'opinion Of Oneself; Self-Esteem 1477

Ecosystem : Ecological Community Together With 1453 Itenvironment

Egoism : Excessive Interest In One's Self; Belief That One 1478 Should Be Interested In One's Self Rather Than In Others

Ecstasy : Rapture; Joy; Any Overflowing Emotion 1454

Egotistical : Egotistic; Excessively Self1479 Centered(egocentric); Self-Important; Conceited

Eddy : Swirling Current Of Water, Air, Etc. 1455

Egregious : Gross; Shocking 1480

Eddy : Swirling Current Of Water, Air, Etc. 1456

Egress : Exit 1481

Eddy : Swirling Current Of Water, Air, Etc.

Ejaculation : Exclamation

1457

1482

Edict : Decree (especially One Issued By A Sovereign); 1458 Official Command

Elaborate : Work Out Carefully; Add More Detail Or 1483 Information; Adj.

Edifice : Building (of Imposing Size) 1459

Elaboration : Addition Of Details; Intricacy 1484

Edify : Instruct; Correct Morally 1460

Elated : Overjoyed; In High Spirits 1485

Eerie : Weird 1461

Elegiacal : Like In Elegy; Mournful 1486

1462

Efface : Rub Out

Elegy : Poem Or Song Expressing Lamentatio(for The 1487 Dead); Adj. Elegiacal, Elegiac

Effective : Effectual; Producing A Strong Response; 1463 Striking; In Operation; In Effect; Ex. Effective Speech/photograph Effectual : Efficient 1464

Elevation : Elevated Position; Altitude; Height; Flat Upright 1488 Side Of A Building; Angle Made By Pointing A Gun; Ex. The Elevation Of Her Style Imuch Admired; Ex. Front Elicit : Draw Out By Discussion 1489

Effectuate : Effect; Produce; Achieve; Ex. Effectuate A 1465 Reconciliation

1490

Elixir : Cure-All; Something Invigorating

Effeminate : Having Womanly Traits

Ellipsis : Omission Of Words From A Text

1466

1491

Effervescence : Inner Excitement Or Exuberance; 1467 Showing High Spirits; Emitting Bubbles Forming Inside; Bubbling From Fermentatioor Carbonation; Adj. Effervescent : Exuberant; Bubbly And Excited 1468

Elliptical : Oval; Ambiguous, Either Purposely Or Because 1492 Key Words Have Been Left Out Elope : Run Away Secretly With The Intention Of Getting 1493 Married

Effete : Worn Out; Exhausted; Barren 1469

Eloquence : Expressiveness; Persuasive Speech 1494

Efficacy : Power To Produce Desired Effect 1470

Elucidate : Explain; Enlighten 1495

Effigy : Dummy 1471

Elucidate : Explain; Enlighten 1496

Efflorescent : Flowering 1472

Elusive : Evasive; Baffling; Hard To Gasp 1497

Effluvium : Noxious Smell 1473

Elysian : Relating To Paradise; Blissful 1498

Effrontery : Shameless Boldness 1474

Elysium : Place Or Condition Of Bliss 1499

Effulgent : Shining Brightly; Brilliant 1475

Emaciated : Thin And Wasted 1500

Emanate : Issue Forth

Emolument : Salary; Payment For An Office; 1526 Compensation

Emancipate : Set Free

Empathy : Ability To Identify With Another's Feelings, 1527 Ideas, Etc.; Identificatiowith And Understanding Of Another's Feelings; V: Empathize; Cf. Sympathy Emulate : Rival; Imitate 1528

1501 1502 Emancipate : Set Free 1503 Emasculate : Weaken; Castrate 1504

Enact : Make (a Bill) Into Law 1529

Embargo : Ban On Commerce Or Other Activity 1505

Enamored : In Love 1530

Embed : Enclose; Place In Something 1506

Encipher : Encode; Convert A Message Into Code; Put 1531 Into Cipher

Embellish : Adorn 1507

Enclave : Territory Enclosed Within An Alien Land 1532

Embezzlement : Stealing 1508

Enclave : Territory Enclosed Within An Alien Land 1533

Embezzlement : Stealing 1509

Encomiastic : Praising; Eulogistic; N: Encomium: Very 1534 High Praise; Eulogy

Embitter : Make Bitter; Fill With Painful Or Bitter Encomium : High Praise; Eulogy 1510 Feelings; Make Sad And Angry; Ex. He Waembittered By 1535 Many Disappointments. Emblazon : Ornament Richly (a Shield Or Flag); N: Encroachment : Gradual Intrusion 1511 Emblazonment 1536 Emblazon : Ornament Richly (a Shield Or Flag); N: 1512 Emblazonment Embody : Give A Bodily Form To; Incorporate; Include 1513

Encumber : Burden 1537 Endear : Make Beloved; Ex. Endear Her To Everyone; 1538 Adj. Dear: Loved; Cherished; High-Priced

Emboss : Produce A Desigiraised Relief; Decorate With A Endearment : Fond Statement 1514 Raised Design 1539 Embrace : Hug; Clasp With The Arms; Adopt Or Endemic : Prevailing Among A Specific Group Of People 1515 Espouse; Accept Readily; Encircle; Include; Ex. Embrace 1540 Or In A Specific Area Or Country The Cause/socialism; Ex. All-Embracing; Cf. Brace; Cf. Embroider : Decorate With Needlework; Ornament (a Endorse : Approve; Support 1516 Story) With Fancy Or Fictitious Details; Embellish 1541 Embroil : Throw Into Confusion; Involve In Strife; Entangle 1517

Endue : Provide With Some Quality; Endow 1542

Embroil : Throw Into Confusion; Involve In Strife; Entangle 1518

Enduring : Lasting; Surviving 1543

Embryonic : Undeveloped; Rudimentary 1519

Energize : Invigorate; Make Forceful And Active 1544

Emend : Correct; Correct By A Critic 1520

Enervate : Weaken 1545

Emendation : Correction Of Errors; Improvement 1521 Emetic : Substance Causing Vomiting

Enfranchise : To Admit To The Rights Of Citizenship 1547 (especially The Right To Vote)

Eminent : High; Lofty

Engage : Attract; Employ; Hire; Pledge Oneself; Confront; 1548 Fight; Enter Into Confliction; Interlock; Lock Together; Participate; N: Engagement: Agreement To Marry; Engage : Attract; Employ; Hire; Pledge Oneself; Confront; 1549 Fight; Enter Into Confliction; Interlock; Lock Together; Participate; N: Engagement: Agreement To Marry; Engaging : Charming; Attractive 1550

1522 1523 Emissary : Agent; Messenger 1524 Emollient : Soothing Or Softening Remedy 1525

Enervate : Weaken 1546

Engaging : Charming; Attractive 1551

Entree : Entrance; A Way In 1576

Engender : Cause; Produce 1552

Entrepreneur : Businessman; Contractor 1577

Engross : Occupy Fully 1553

Enumerate : List; Mention One By One 1578

Engulf : Surround And Swallow Up 1554

Enunciate : Speak Distinctly 1579

Enhance : Advance; Improve 1555

Environ : Enclose; Surround 1580

Enigma : Puzzle 1556

Eon : Long Period Of Time; An Age 1581

Enigmatic : Obscure; Puzzling 1557

Epaulet : Ornament Worothe Shoulder (of A Uniform, Etc. 1582 ); A:(epaulette);

Enjoin : Command; Order; Forbid

Ephemeral : Short-Lived; Fleeting

1558

1583

Enlist : (cause To) Join The Armed Forces; Obtain (help, 1559 Sympathy, Or Support)

1584

Epic : Long Heroic Poem Or Similar Work Of Art

Enmity : Ill Will; Hatred 1560

Epic : Long Heroic Poem Or Similar Work Of Art 1585

Ennui : Boredom 1561

Epicure : Connoisseur Of Food And Drink 1586

Enormity : Hugeness (in A Bad Sense) 1562

Epicurean : Believing That Pleasure Igood And Suffering 1587 Ibad And Should Be Avoided; N:

Enrapture : Please Intensely 1563

Epigram : Witty Thought Or Saying, Usually Short 1588

Ensconce : Settle Comfortably 1564

Epilogue : Short Speech At Conclusion Of Dramatic Work 1589

Ensue : Follow

Episodic : Loosely Connected

1565

1590

Entail : Make Necessary; Require; Necessitate; Involve; 1566 Limit The Inheritance Of (property) To A Specified Succession Of Heirs; Ex. Entail A On/upon B Entail : Make Necessary; Require; Necessitate; Involve; 1567 Limit The Inheritance Of (property) To A Specified Succession Of Heirs; Ex. Entail A On/upon B Enterprise : Willingnesto Take New Ventures; Initiative; 1568 Businesorganization; Plan (that Idifficult Or Daring); Ex. Their Latest Enterprise To Sail Round The World In A Enterprising : Full Of Initiative; Showing Enterprise 1569

Epistemologist : Philosopher Who Studies The Nature Of 1591 Knowledge; N: Epistemology Epitaph : Inscription In Memory Of A Dead Person 1592 Epithet : A Word Or Phrase Characteristically Used To 1593 Describe A Person Or Thing Epitome : Summary; Concise Abstract 1594

Enthrall : Capture; Enslave 1570

Epoch : Period Of Time 1595

Entice : Lure; Attract; Tempt 1571

Epoch : Period Of Time 1596

Entomology : Study Of Insects 1572

Epoch : Period Of Time 1597

Entourage : Group Of Attendants; Retinue; Cf. Surround 1573

Equanimity : Calmness Of Temperament 1598

Entrance : Put Under A Spell; Carry Away With Emotion 1574

Equanimity : Calmness Of Temperament 1599

Entreat : Plead; Ask Earnestly 1575

Equanimity : Calmness Of Temperament 1600

Equanimity : Calmness Of Temperament 1601

Estimable : (of A Person) Worthy Of Esteem; Admirable; 1626 Deserving Esteem; Possible To Estimate

Equanimity : Calmness Of Temperament 1602

Ethereal : Light; Heavenly; Fine 1627

Equilibrium : Balance 1603

Ethnic : Relating To Races 1628

Equilibrium : Balance 1604 Equine : Resembling A Horse 1605 Equinox : Period Of Equal Days And Nights 1606 Equipoise : Balance; Balancing Force; Equilibrium 1607

Ethos : Underlying Character Of A Culture, Group, Etc.; 1629 Character Or Ideas Peculiar To A Specific Person, Group, Or Culture; Ex. The Company Ethos Etymology : Study Of Word Parts 1630 Eugenic : Pertaining To The Improvement Of Race; N: 1631 Eugenics: Study Of Hereditary Improvement Of The Human Race Eulogistic : Praising; Full Of Eulogy 1632

Equitable : Fair; Impartial 1608

Eulogy : Praise 1633

Equity : Fairness; Justice

Eulogy : Expressioof Praise, Ofteothe Occasioof 1634 Someone's Death; V: Eulogize

Equivocal : Doubtful; Ambiguous

Euphemism : Mild Expression In Place Of An Unpleasant 1635 One

1609 1610 Equivocate : Lie; Mislead; Attempt To Conceal The Truth 1611

Euphonious : Pleasing In Sound 1636

Erode : Eat Away 1612

Euphony : Sweet Sound; Adj. Euphonious 1637

Erotic : Pertaining To Passionate Love 1613

Euphoria : Feeling Of Great Happiness And Well-Being 1638 (sometimes Exaggerated)

Errant : Wandering 1614

Euthanasia : Mercy Killing 1639

Erratic : Odd; Unpredictable 1615

Evanescent : Fleeting; Vanishing 1640

Erratic : Odd; Unpredictable 1616

Evanescent : Fleeting; Vanishing 1641

Erratic : Odd; Unpredictable 1617

Evanescent : Fleeting; Vanishing 1642

Erroneous : Mistaken; Wrong 1618

Evasive : Not Frank; Eluding 1643

Erudite : Learned; Scholarly 1619

Evenhanded : Impartial; Fair 1644

Escapade : Prank; Flighty Conduct 1620

Eventual : Happening At Last Aa Result; Ex. Eventual 1645 Victory

Esoteric : Known Only To A Chosen Few 1621

Evince : Show Clearly 1646

Esoteric : Known Only To A Chosen Few 1622

Evocative : Tending To Call Up (emotions, Memories) 1647

Espionage : Spying 1623

Evoke : Call Forth 1648

Espouse : Adopt; Support 1624

Ewe : Female Sheep 1649

Esteem : Respect; Value; Judge 1625

Exacerbate : Worsen; Embitter 1650

Exact : Demand And Obtain By Force; Ex. Exact A 1651 Promise From Him; N: Exaction

Exhort : Urge 1676

Exacting : Extremely Demanding 1652

Exhume : Dig Out Of The Ground; Remove From A Grave 1677

Exalt : Raise In Rank Or Dignity; Praise 1653

Exigency : Urgent Situation 1678

1654

Exasperate : Vex

Existential : Pertaining To Existence; Pertaining To The 1679 Philosophy Of Existentialism

Except : Exclude; N: Exception: Objection; Exclusion; 1655 Adj. Exceptional: Unusual; Of Unusually High Quality

1680

Except : Exclude; N: Exception: Objection; Exclusion; 1656 Adj. Exceptional: Unusual; Of Unusually High Quality

1681

Exodus : Departure Exodus : Departure

Excerpt : Selected Passage (writteor Musical) Takefrom A Exonerate : Acquit; Exculpate 1657 Longer Work; V: 1682 Exchequer : Treasury 1658

Exorbitant : Excessive 1683

Excise : Cut Away; Cut Out

Exorcise : Drive Out Evil Spirits

1659

1684

Exclaim : Cry Out Suddenly; N: Exclamation; Adj. 1660 Exclamatory

1685

Excoriate : Scold With Biting Harshness; Censure 1661 Strongly; Strip The Skioff

Expansive : (of A Person) Outgoing And Sociable; Broad 1686 And Extensive; Able To Increase Isize

Exotic : Not Native; Strange

Exculpate : Clear From Blame 1662

Expatiate : Talk At Length 1687

Execrate : Curse; Express Abhorrence For

Expatriate : Exile; Someone Who Has Withdrawn From 1688 His Native Land

Executioner : Person Administering Capital Punishment

Expatriate : Exile; Someone Who Has Withdrawn From 1689 His Native Land

1663 1664 Executive : Person Having Administrative Authority; One 1665 Branch Of Government Executing Laws; Adj: Relating To Executing Executor : Person Designated To Execute The Termof A 1666 Will; Executor : Person Designated To Execute The Termof A 1667 Will;

Expedient : Suitable; Practical; Politic 1690 Expedite : Hasten 1691 Expeditious : Done With Speed; Quick; N: Expedition 1692

Exegesis : Explanation, Especially Of Biblical Passages 1668

Expeditious : Done With Speed; Quick; N: Expedition 1693

Exemplary : Serving As A Model; Outstanding 1669

Expeditiously : Rapidly And Efficiently 1694

Exemplify : Serve As An Example Of; Embody

Expenditure : Payment Or Expense; Expending; 1695 Something Expended; Output; Ex. Receipt For The Expenditure; Ex. Expenditure Of All The Energy Exempt : Not Subject To A Duty Or Obligation; Free From Expertise : Specialized Knowledge; Expert Skill 1671 A Duty; V: 1696 1670

Exertion : Effort; Expenditure Of Much Physical Work 1672

Expiate : Make Amends For (a Sin) 1697

Exhale : Breathe Out; Op. Inhale 1673

Expletive : Interjection; Profane Oath 1698

1674

Exhaustive : Thorough; Comprehensive

Explicate : Explain In Detail; Interpret; Clarify; Cf. 1699 Explicable

Exhilarating : Invigorating And Refreshing; Cheering; V: 1675 Exhilarate: Make Cheerful And Excited; Ex. Exhilarated By The Ride In The Sports Car

1700

Explicit : Definite; Open

Exploit : Deed Or Action, Particularly A Brave Deed 1701

Fabricate : Build; Lie 1726

Expose : Public Revelation Of Something Discreditable 1702

Facade : Front Of The Building 1727

Expository : Explanatory; Serving To Explain

Facet : Small Plane Surface (of A Gem); A Side

1703

1728

Expostulation : Protest; Remonstrance; Reasoning With 1704 Someone To Correct Or Dissuade; V: Expostulate

1729

Exposure : Risk, Particularly Of Being Exposed To 1705 Disease Or To The Elements; Unmasking; Act Of Laying Something Open; Ex. Exposure Of Governmental Expropriate : Take Possessioof (oftefor Public Use And 1706 Without Payment)

Facetious : Humorous; Jocular Facetious : Humorous; Jocular 1730 Facile : Easy; Expert 1731

Expunge : Cancel; Remove 1707

Facilitate : Make Less Difficult 1732

Expurgate : Clean; Remove Offensive Parts Of A Book

Facsimile : Copy

1708

1733

Exquisite : Delicate; Very Finely Made; Extremely 1709 Beautiful; Ex. Exquisite Piece Of Jewelry

Factitious : Artificial; Produced Artificially; Sham; False; 1734 Ex. Factitious Tears

Extant : Still In Existence 1710

Factotum : Handyman; Persowho Does All Kinds Of 1735 Work; Cf. Do Everything

Extemporaneous : Not Planned; Impromptu 1711

Faculty : Mental Or Bodily Powers; Teaching Staff 1736

Extenuate : Weaken; Mitigate 1712 Extirpate : Root Up; Uproot; Destroy Completely 1713

Fake : Not Genuine; N: One That Inot Genuine; Impostor; 1737 Sham; V: Counterfeit; Ex. Fake The Resultof The Experiment/the Signature Fallacious : Misleading 1738

Extol : Praise; Glorify 1714

Fallible : Liable To Err 1739

Extort : Wring From; Get Money By Threats, Etc.

Fallow : Plowed But Not Sowed; Uncultivated

1715

1740

Extradition : Surrender Of Prisoner By One State To 1716 Another

1741

Falsify : Make (something Written) False By Changing

Extraneous : Not Essential; External

Falter : Hesitate

1717

1742

Extrapolation : Projection; Conjecture; V: Extrapolate: 1718 Infer (unknowinformation) From Knowinformation

1743

Fanaticism : Excessive Zeal

Extricate : Free; Disentangle 1719

Fancied : Imagined; Unreal 1744

Extrinsic : Not Inherent; Foreign 1720 Extrovert : Person Interested Mostly In External Objects 1721 And Actions Extrude : Force Or Push Out 1722 Exuberance : Abundance; Effusiveness; Lavishness 1723

Fancier : Breeder Or Dealer Of Animals; One Who Has A 1745 Special Interest, As For Raising A Specific Plant Or Animal Fanciful : Whimsical; Visionary 1746 Fancy : Imagination (of A Whimsical Or Fantastic Nature); 1747 Capriciouliking; V: Imagine; Be Fond Of; Adj. Decorative; Elaborate Fanfare : Call By Bugles Or Trumpets 1748

Exude : Discharge; Give Forth 1724 Exult : Rejoice 1725

Fantastic : Unreal; Grotesque; Whimsical 1749 Far-Fetched : Too Improbable To Be Believed; 1750 Implausible; Ex. Far-Fetched Story

Fashion : Give Shape To; Make; Ex. Fashion The Pot Out Feral : (of Aanimal) Not Domestic; Wild 1751 Of Clay 1776 Fastidious : Difficult To Please; Squeamish

Ferment : Agitation; Commotion

1752

1777

Fatalism : Belief That Events Are Determined By Forces 1753 Beyond One's Control

Fermentation : Chemical Reaction That Splitcomplex 1778 Organic Compounds; Unrest; Agitation

Fathom : Comprehend; Investigate

Ferocious : Fierce; Violent; N: Ferocity

1754

1779

Fathomless : Too Deep To Be Measured Or Understood; 1755 Unfathomable

1780

Ferret : Drive Or Hunt Out Of Hiding

Fatuous : Foolish; Inane 1756

Fervent : Ardent; Hot 1781

Fauna : Animals Of Period Or Region 1757

Fervor : Glowing Ardor 1782

Fauna : Animals Of Period Or Region

Fester : Generate Pus

1758

1783

Favoritism : Display Of Partiality Toward A Favored 1759 Person

1784

Festive : Joyous; Celebratory

Fawning : Courting Behavior By Cringing And Flattering 1760

Fete : Honor At A Festival 1785

Faze : Disconcert; Dismay 1761

Fetid : Malodorous 1786

Faze : Disconcert; Dismay 1762

Fetid : Malodorous 1787

Faze : Disconcert; Dismay 1763 Feasible : Practical 1764

Fetish : Object Believed To Have Spiritual Powers; Object 1788 Of Excessive Attention Or Reverence; A:(fetich); Cf. Fetishism Fetter : Shackle 1789

Feature : Distinctive Part Of The Face(athe Eyeor Mouth); Feud : Bitter Prolonged Quarrel (usually Between Two 1765 Features: Overall Appearance Of The Face; Prominent Or 1790 Peopleor Families); V: Cf. Romeo And Juliet; Cf. Feudal, Distinctive Quality; Prominent Article; Film; V: Make Feudalism Febrile : Feverish Fiasco : Total Failure 1766 1791 Fecundity : Fertility; Fruitfulness 1767

Fiat : Command 1792

Feebleminded : Deficient In Intelligence; Very Stupid 1768

Fickle : Changeable; Faithless 1793

Feign : Pretend 1769

Fidelity : Loyalty 1794

Felicitous : Apt; Suitably Expressed; Well Chosen

Fidelity : Loyalty

1770

1795

Felicity : Happiness; Appropriateness (of A Remark, 1771 Choice, Etc.); Quality Of Being Felicitous

1796

Fidelity : Loyalty

Feline : Of A Member Of The Cat Family; N: 1772

Fiend : Evil Spirit; Devil 1797

Fell : Cruel; Deadly 1773

Figment : Invention; Imaginary Thing 1798

Felon : Person Convicted Of Grave Crime 1774

Figurative : Not Literal But Metaphorical; Using A Figure 1799 Of Speech

Fencier : Breeder Or Deal Of Animals 1775

Figurine : Small Ornamental Statuette 1800

Figurine : Small Ornamental Statuette 1801

Flair : Talent 1826

Filch : Steal 1802

Flamboyant : Ornate 1827

Filial : Pertaining To A Son Or Daughter 1803

Flashy : Showy; Gaudy; Giving A Momentary Brilliance 1828

Filibuster : Block Legislatioor Prevent Actioia Lawmaking 1804 Body By Making Very Slow Long Speeches; N: Freebooter Filigree : Delicate Ornamental Lacelike Metalwork 1805

Flaunt : Display Ostentatiously 1829 Flay : Strip Off Skin; Plunder 1830

Filing : Particle Removed By A File 1806

Fleck : Spot 1831

Filth : Dirty Matter; Adj. Filthy 1807

Fledgling : Inexperienced 1832

Finale : Conclusion 1808

Fleece : Rob; Plunder 1833

Finery : Beautiful Clothefor A Special Occasion 1809

Fleece : Wool Coat Of A Sheep 1834

Finesse : Delicate Skill 1810

Fleet : Fast; Rapid; N: Adj. Fleeting: Passing Quickly; 1835 Ephemeral

Finish : Surface Texture; Completenesof Execution 1811

Flick : Light Stroke As With A Whip 1836

Finite : Limited 1812 Finite : Limited 1813

Flicker : Burn Unsteadily Or Fitfully; Move Waveringly; N: 1837 Flickering Movement Or Light; Brief Sensation; Ex. Flicker Of Excitement Flighty : (esp. Of A Woman'behavior) Capricious; Often 1838 Changing, Esp. From One Lover To Another; Impulsive

Finite : Limited 1814

Flinch : Hesitate; Shrink 1839

Firebrand : Hothead; Troublemaker 1815

Flip : Send (something) Spinning, Often Into The Air, By 1840 Striking With A Light Quick Blow; Turn Over; Ex. Flip Over

Firebrand : Hothead; Troublemaker 1816

Flippancy : Trifling Gaiety 1841

Firebrand : Hothead; Troublemaker

Flippant : Lacking Proper Seriousness; Ex. Flippant 1842 Remarks About Death; N: Flippancy

Fissure : Crevice

Flippant : Lacking Proper Seriousness; Ex. Flippant 1843 Remarks About Death; N: Flippancy

1817 1818 Fit : Sudden Outburst Of An Illnesor Feeling; Convulsion 1819 Caused By Epilepsy Fitful : Spasmodic; Intermittent 1820

Flirt : Behave In A Way That Attract(sexual) Attention; 1844 Deal Triflingly With; N: One (or Woman) Given To Flirting; Adj. Flirtatious Flit : Fly; Dart Lightly; Pass Swiftly By 1845

Flaccid : Flabby

Floe : Mass Of Floating Ice

1821

1846

Flag : Droop; Grow Feeble; Decline Ivigor Or Strength; 1822 Adj. Flagging; Cf. Unflagging

1847

Flora : Plants Of A Region Or Era

Flagging : Weak; Drooping 1823

Florescence : Condition Or Period Of Flowering 1848

Flagrant : Conspicuously Wicked 1824

Flotsam : Drifting Wreckage 1849

Flail : Thresh Grain By Hand; Strike Or Slap 1825

Flourish : Grow Well; Prosper; Decorate With Ornaments 1850

Flout : Reject; Mock 1851

Foresight : Ability To Foresee Future Happenings; 1876 Prudence

Flout : Reject; Mock 1852

Forestall : Prevent By Taking Action In Advance 1877

Flowery : Full Of Flowers; Full Of Ornate Expressions 1853 Fluctuate : Weaver 1854

Forfeit : Something Surrendered Apunishment For A 1878 Crime Or Breach Of Contract; V: Lose Aa Forfeit; N: Forfeiture Forgo : Give Up; Do Without 1879

Fluency : Smoothness Of Speech 1855

Forlorn : Sad And Lonely; Wretched; Desolate 1880

Fluke : Unlikely Occurrence; Stroke Of Fortune 1856 Flush : Redden; Blush; Flow Suddenly And Abundantly; 1857 Wash Out By A Rapid Brief Flow Of Water; N: Reddish Tinge; Blush; Brief Rush; Rush Of Strong Feeling; Ex. Fluster : Confuse 1858

Formality : Adherence To Established Rules Or 1881 Procedures Formidable : Menacing; Threatening 1882 Forsake : Desert; Abandon; Renounce 1883

Fluted : Having Vertical Parallel Grooves (as In A Pillar) 1859

Forswear : Renounce; Abandon 1884

Flux : Flowing; Series Of Changes 1860

Forte : Strong Point Or Special Talent 1885

Flux : Flowing; Series Of Changes 1861

Forthcoming : Happening In The Near Future; Ready; 1886 Willing To Help; Ex. No Answer Waforthcoming.

Fodder : Coarse Food For Cattle, Horses, Etc. 1862

Forthright : Straightforward; Direct; Frank 1887

Foible : Weakness; Slight Fault 1863

Fortuitous : Accidental; By Chance 1888

Foil : Defeat; Frustrate 1864

Forward : Presumptuouor Bold 1889

Foist : Insert Improperly; Palm Off 1865

Foster : Rear; Encourage 1890

Foliage : Masses Of Leaves; Cf. Defoliate 1866 Foment : Stir Up; Instigate 1867

Foul : Very Bad Or Disagreeable; Very Dirty; Ex. Foul 1891 Smell/flavor/temper/language/air/deed/weather/means; N: Act Against The Rules; V: Make Or Become Foul; Founder : Fail Completely; Sink 1892

Foment : Stir Up; Instigate 1868

Founder : Fail Completely; Sink 1893

Foppish : Vain About Dress And Appearance 1869

Founder : Person Who Establishes (an Organization, 1894 Business)

Foray : Raid 1870

Fracas : Brawl; Melee 1895

Forbearance : Patience 1871

Fractious : Unruly 1896

Ford : Place Where A River Can Be Crossed On Foot 1872

Frail : Weak; N: Frailty 1897

Foreboding : Premonition Of Evil

Frailty : Weakness

1873

1898

Forerunner : Predecessor; One That Comebefore And 1874 Indicatethe Approach Of Another

1899

Foreshadow : Give An Indication Beforehand; Be A Sign 1875 Of (what Is Coming); Portend; Prefigure

1900

Franchise : Right Granted By Authority Frantic : Wild

Fraudulent : Cheating; Deceitful

Fuddle : Make Stupid Or Confused Awith Alcoholic Drink; 1926 N: In A Fuddle: Confused

Fray : Brawl

Fugitive : Fleeting Or Transitory; Lasting Only A Short 1927 Time; Roving(wandering); Running Away Or Fleeing As From The Law; N: One Who Flees; Ex. Fugitives At Large Fulcrum : Support On Which A Lever Rests 1928

1901 1902 Freebooter : Pirate Or Plunderer Who Makewar In Order 1903 To Grow Rich Frenetic : Frenzied; Frantic 1904

Fulminate : Thunder; Explode; Issue A Severe 1929 Denunciation

Frenzied : Madly Excited 1905

Fulsome : Disgustingly Excessive 1930

Fresco : Painting On Plaster (usually Fresh) 1906 Fret : To Be Annoyed Or Vexed 1907 Friction : Clash In Opinion; Rubbing Against 1908

Fumble : Move The Fingers And Hands Awkwardly (in 1931 Search Of Something); Mishandle Or Drop A Ball That Is In Play; Bungle; Botch; Spoil By Mishandling; N: Functional : Made For Practical Use Only (without 1932 Decoration); Functioning; Ex. Functional Modern Furniture; Cf. Functionalism Funeral : Sad; Solemn 1933

Frieze : Ornamental Horizontal Band Oa Wall 1909

Funereal : Sad; Solemn; Suitable For A Funeral 1934

Frigid : Intensely Cold 1910

Furor : Frenzy; Great Excitement 1935

Fringe : Decorative Edge Of Hanging Threads; Edge 1911

Furor : Frenzy; Great Anger And Excitement; Cf. Fury 1936

Frisk : Move About Playfully; Frolic; Adj. Frisky: Playful 1912

Furrow : Long Shallow Trench Made By A Plow; Deep 1937 Wrinkle In The Skin; V:

Fritter : Waste 1913

Furtive : Stealthy; Sneaky 1938

Frivolity : Lack Of Seriousness 1914 Frolic : Play And Jump About Happily; Frisk; Ex. 1915 Frolicking Young Lambs

Fus : Trouble Or Worry Over Trifles; Make Nervous; Pay 1939 Too Much Attention To; N: Needlesconcern Or Worry (about A Trivial Thing); Anxiounervoucondition; Display Of Fusillade : Simultaneous Firing Or Outburst (of Missiles, 1940 Questions, Etc.)

Frolicsome : Prankish; Gay 1916

Fusion : Union; Coalition 1941

Frolicsome : Prankish; Gay 1917

Fusion : Union; Coalition 1942

Frond : Fern Leaf; Palm Or Banana Leaf 1918

Fusion : Union; Coalition 1943

Frond : Ferleaf; Palm Or Banana Leaf 1919

Fusion : Union; Coalition; V: Fuse 1944

Fructify : Bear Fruit; Produce Fruit 1920

Fussy : Fastidious; Finicky; Easily Upset 1945

Fructify : Bear Fruit; Produce Fruit 1921

Gaffe : Social Blunder 1946

Frugality : Thrift; Economy 1922

Gainsay : Deny 1947

Fruitful : Producing Results; Profitable; Prolific; Producing Gait : Manner Of Walking Or Running; Speed 1923 In Abundance 1948 Fruition : Bearing Of Fruit; Fulfillment; Realization 1924 Frustrate : Thwart; Defeat 1925

Gait : Manner Of Walking Or Running; Speed 1949 Galaxy : The Milky Way; Any Collection Of Brilliant 1950 Personalities

Gale : Windstorm; Gust Of Wind; Emotional Outburst 1951 (laughter, Tears); Ex. Gale Of Laughter Gall : Annoy; Chafe 1952

Gaunt : Lean And Angular; Barren 1976 Gavel : Hammerlike Tool; Mallet(woodehammer) Used By 1977 A Presiding Officer Or Aauctioneer; V:

Galleon : Large Sailing Ship 1953

Gawk : Stare Foolishly; Look Iopen-Mouthed Awe 1978

Galleon : Large Three-Masted Sailing Ship 1954

Gawk : Stare Foolishly; Look Iopen-Mouthed Awe 1979

Galley : Low Ship With Sail(rowed Along By Slaves)

Gazette : Official Periodical Publication

1955

1980

Gallows : Framework From Which A Noose Isuspended 1956 (used For Execution By Hanging)

1981

Genealogy : Record Of Descent; Lineage

Galvanic : Of The Production Of Electricity By The Action Generality : Vague Statement 1957 Of An Acid On A Metal; Having The Effect Of An Electric 1982 Shock; Ex. Galvanic Cell; Galvanic Effect; Cf. Luigi Galvanize : Stimulate By Shock; Stir Up Generate : Cause; Produce; Create 1958 1983 Gambit : Opening In Chess In Which A Piece Is 1959 Sacrificed

1984

Generic : Characteristic Of A Class Or Species

Gambit : Opening In Chess In Which A Piece Is 1960 Sacrificed

1985

Genesis : Beginning; Origin

Gambol : Skip; Leap Playfully 1961

Geniality : Cheerfulness; Kindness; Sympathy 1986

Gamely : Bravely; With Spirit 1962

Genre : Particular Variety Of Art And Culture 1987

Gamut : Entire Range 1963

Genteel : Well-Bred; Elegant 1988

Gangrene : Decay Of Body Tissue Caused By Insufficient Gentle : Kindly; Soft; Mild; Of Good Family 1964 Blood Supply (usually Following Injury); Adj. Gangrenous 1989 Gape : Open Widely 1965

Gentry : People Of Standing; Class Of People Just Below 1990 Nobility

Garbled : Mixed Up; Based On False Or Unfair Selection 1966

Genuflect : Bend The Knee As In Worship 1991

1967

Gargantuan : Huge; Enormous

Genus : Division Of Animalor Plants, Below A Family And 1992 Above A Species

Gargoyle : Waterspout Carved In Grotesque Figures On 1968 Building

Genus : Division Of Animalor Plants, Below A Family And 1993 Above A Species

Garish : Gaudy 1969

Geriatrics : Medical Treatment And Care Of Old Age 1994

Garner : Gather; Store Up 1970 Garrulity : Talkativeness 1971

Germ : Earliest Form Of An Organism; Seed Or Bud; 1995 Something That May Develop Into Something Larger Or More Important; Microbe Germane : Pertinent; Bearing Upon The Case At Hand 1996

Garrulous : Loquacious; Wordy

Germinal : Pertaining To Germ; Creative

1972

1997

Gastronomy : Science Of Preparing And Serving Good 1973 Food

1998

Germinate : Cause To Sprout; Sprout

Gauche : Clumsy; Boorish 1974

Germinate : Cause To Sprout; Sprout 1999

Gaudy : Flashy; Showy 1975

Gerontocracy : Government Ruled By Old People 2000

Gerontology : Study Of The Sociological Phenomena 2001 Associated With Old Age Gestate : Evolve, As In Prenatal Growth 2002 Gesticulation : Motion; Desire 2003

Glossy : Smooth And Shining 2026 Glow : Shine Brightly Without A Flame (aof Eyeor 2027 Metals); Show Rednesand Heat (in The Face) After Hard Work Or Because Of Strong Feelings; N: Light Produced Glutinous : Sticky; Viscous 2028

Ghastly : Horrible 2004

Glutton : Someone Who Eats Too Much 2029

Gibber : Speak Foolishly

Gnarl : Protruding Knot On A Tree; V:

2005

2030

Gibberish : Nonsense; Nonsensical Or Unintelligible Talk 2006 Or Writing; Babbling

2031

Gibberish : Nonsense; Nonsensical Or Unintelligible Talk 2007 Or Writing; Babbling

2032

Gnarled : Twisted Gnome : Dwarf; Underground Spirit

Gibe : Mock 2008

Goad : Urge On 2033

Giddy : Light-Hearted; Dizzy 2009

Goad : Urge On 2034

Gild : Cover With A Thin Layer Of Gold 2010

Gobble : Eat Very Quickly 2035

Gingerly : Very Carefully 2011

Gorge : Small, Steep-Walled Canyon 2036

Girth : Distance Around Something; Circumference 2012

Gorge : Small, Steep-Walled Canyon 2037

Gist : Essence 2013

Gory : Bloody 2038

Glacial : Like A Glacier; Extremely Cold 2014

Gossamer : Sneer; Like Cobwebs 2039

Glamor : Compelling Charm; Adj. Glamorous 2015

Gouge : Tear Out 2040

Glare : Shine Intensely And Blindingly; Stare Fixedly And Gourmand : Epicure; Person Who Takes Excessive 2016 Angrily; N: 2041 Pleasure In Food And Drink Glaring : (of Something Bad) Highly Conspicuous; Harshly Gourmet : Connoisseur Of Food And Drink 2017 Bright; Shining Intensely And Blindingly 2042 Glaze : Cover With A Thin And Shiny Surface

Gracious : Kind In A Generouway (to Someone 2043 Lesimportant)

Glib : Fluent

Gradation : Serieof Gradual Stages; Degree In Such A 2044 Progression

2018 2019

Glitter : Shine Brightly With Flashing Pointof Light; Ex. Graduate : Arrange Into Categorieor Grades; Divide Into 2020 Glittering Diamond Ring; N: Sparkling Light; 2045 Marked Interval(for Use In Measurement); Ex. Graduated Ruler Attractiveness; Glamour; Ex. Glitter Of The Sun On The Glitter : Shine Brightly With Flashing Pointof Light; Ex. Graduated : Arranged By Degrees (of Height, Difficulty, 2021 Glittering Diamond Ring; N: Sparkling Light; 2046 Etc.) Attractiveness; Glamour; Ex. Glitter Of The Sun On The Gloss : Brief Explanation Note Or Translation Of A Difficult Graduated : Arranged By Degrees (of Height, Difficulty, 2022 Expression; V: 2047 Etc.) Gloss_over : Explain Away With The Intention Of 2023 Deceiving Or Hiding Faults

2048

Granary : Storehouse For Grain

Gloss_over : Explain Away With The Intention Of 2024 Deceiving Or Hiding Faults

Grandiloquent : Pompous; Bombastic; Using High2049 Sounded Language

Glossary : Brief Explanation Of Words Used In The Text 2025

Grandiose : Imposing; Impressive 2050

Granulate : Form Into Grains 2051

Growl : Low, Guttural, Menacing Sound (aof A Dog) 2076

Graphite : Black Form Of Carbon Used In Lead Pencils 2052

Grudge : Deep Feeling Of Dislike; Ex. Grudge Fight; V: 2077

Grapple : Wrestle; Come To Grips With 2053

Grudge : Deep Feeling Of Dislike; Ex. Grudge Fight; V: 2078

Grate : Make A Harsh Noise; Have An Unpleasant Effect 2054

Grudging : Unwilling; Reluctant; Stingy 2079

Gratis : Free

Gruel : Liquid Food Made By Boiling Oatmeal, Etc. In Milk 2080 Or Water

Gratuitous : Given Freely; Unwarranted

Gruel : Liquid Food Made By Boiling Oatmeal, Etc. In Milk 2081 Or Water

Gratuity : Tip

Gruel : Liquid Food Made By Boiling Oatmeal, Etc. In Milk 2082 Or Water

2055 2056 2057 Gravity : Seriousness 2058

Grueling : Exhausting 2083

Graze : (of An Animal) Feed On Growing Grass; Cause Gruesome : Grisly 2059 (an Animal) To Feed On Grass; Scrape (esp. The Skin) Or 2084 Touch Lightly In Passing; Brush; Ex. We Can't Graze The Gregarious : Sociable Gruesome : Grisly 2060 2085 Grievance : Cause Of Complaint 2061

Gruff : Rough-Mannered 2086

Grill : Question Severely

Grumble : Complain; Mutter Discontentedly; Grouch; N:

2062

2087

Grim : Causing Great Fear; Unrelenting; Determined In 2063 Spite Of Fear; Ex. Grim Smile

2088

Grimace : A Facial Distortion To Show Feeling Such As 2064 Pain, Disgust, Etc.

2089

Grunt : Utter A Deep Guttural Sound (aa Pig Does); N: Guffaw : Boisterous Laughter

Gristly : Ghastly

Guile : Deceit; Duplicity

2065

2090

Groom : Man Employed To Take Care Of Horses; V: 2066 Make Neat And Trim; Clean And Brush (an Animal)

2091

Gross : Total; Fragrant; Clearly Wrong; (of 2067 People'behavior) Coarse; Corpulent; Ex. Grosinsolence/behavior; V: Earn Aa Total Amount; N: 12 Gross : Total; Fragrant; Clearly Wrong; (of 2068 People'behavior) Coarse; Corpulent; Ex. Grosinsolence/behavior; V: Earn Aa Total Amount; N: 12 Grotesque : Fantastic; Comically Hideous 2069 Grotesque : Fantastic; Comically Hideous 2070

Guile : Deceit; Duplicity Guileless : Without Deceit 2092 Guise : Appearance; Costume 2093 Guise : Appearance; Costume 2094 Gull : Trick; Deceive; Hoodwink; N: Persowho Is Easily 2095 Tricked; Dupe

Grotto : Small Cavern

Gullible : Easily Deceived

2071

2096

Grouch : Bad-Tempered Complaint; Person Who 2072 Keepcomplaining; V: Complain; Grumble

2097

Grouch : Bad-Tempered Complaint; Person Who 2073 Keepcomplaining; V: Complain; Grumble

2098

Gust : Strong Abrupt Rush Of Wind; V: Cf. Bluster Gustatory : Affecting The Sense Of Taste

Grouse : Complain; Fuss 2074

Gusto : Enjoyment; Enthusiasm 2099

Grovel : Crawl Or Creep On Ground; Remain Prostrate 2075

Gusty : Windy 2100

Guy : Cable Or Chaiattached To Something That Needs 2101 To Be Braced Or Steadied; Cf. Guide

2126

Gyroscope : Apparatus Used To Maintain Balance, 2102 Ascertain Direction, Etc.

2127

Gyroscope : Apparatus Used To Maintain Balance, 2103 Ascertain Direction, Etc.

2128

Habituate : Accustom Or Familiarize; Addict 2104 Hackles : Hairs Oback And Neck, Especially Of A Dog; 2105 Ex. Make Someone's Hackles Rise

Harping : Tiresome Dwelling On A Subject Harry : Raid Haughtiness : Pride; Arrogance Haunt : (of A Spirit) Visit (a Place); Come To Mind 2129 Continually; Visit (a Place) Regularly; Frequent; Ex. Haunted House; Ex. Haunted By Hilast Words; N: Place Haven : Place Of Safety; Refuge; Harbor; Ex. Tax Haven 2130

Hackneyed : Commonplace; Trite 2106

Havoc : Widespread Damage; Disorder; Chaos 2131

Haggard : Wasted Away; Gaunt 2107

Hazard : Venture; Put In Danger; Risk; Ex. Hazard A 2132 Guess; N: Possible Source Of Danger

Haggard : Wasted Away; Gaunt 2108

Hazardous : Dangerous 2133

Haggle : Argue About Prices

Hazy : Slightly Obscure

2109

2134

Hail : Frozen Rain Drop; V: Salute Or Greet; Precipitate 2110 Hail

2135

Headfirst : Moving With The Head Leading; Headlong

Halcyon : Calm; Peaceful 2111

Headlong : Hasty; Rash; Headfirst; Adv: 2136

Halfhearted : Exhibiting Little Interest Or Enthusiasm

Healthful : Conducive To Good Health; Ex. Healthful 2137 Mountain Air

Hallowed : Blessed; Consecrated

Healthful : Conducive To Good Health; Ex. Healthful 2138 Mountain Air

Hallucination : Delusion

Healthful : Conducive To Good Health; Ex. Healthful 2139 Mountain Air

2112 2113 2114 Halting : Hesitant; Faltering; Not Fluent; Ex. Halting 2115 Steps/voice; V: Halt: Proceed Or Act With Uncertainty; Falter; Hesitate; Waver; Stop Hamper : Obstruct 2116

Healthy : Possessing Good Health; Healthful 2140 Hedonism : Belief That Pleasure Is The Sole Aim Of Life 2141

Handsome : Large In Quantity; Generous; Ex. Handsome Hedonist : One Who Believes That Pleasure Is The Sole 2117 Reward 2142 Aim In Life; Cf. Hedonism: Practice Of Living One's Life Purely For Pleasure Hap : Chance; Luck Heed : Pay Attention To; Consider 2118 2143 Haphazard : Random; By Chance 2119

Heedless : Not Noticing; Disregarding 2144

Hapless : Unfortunate 2120

Hegemony : Dominance Especially Of One Natioover 2145 Others

Harass : To Annoy By Repeated Attacks 2121

Heinous : Atrocious; Hatefully Bad 2146

Harbinger : Forerunner 2122

Helm : Steering Wheel Of A Ship; Position Of Control 2147

Harbor : Provide A Refuge For; Hide

Hem : Surround Tightly So That Movement Iimpossible; 2148 Ex. Hem In; N:

Harbor : Provide A Refuge For; Hide

Herald : Messenger; Sign Of Something To Come; V: 2149 Announce; Proclaim; Ex. Unheralded Researcher

2123 2124 Hardy : Sturdy; Robust; Able To Stand Inclement Water 2125

Herbivorous : Grain Eating 2150

Herd : Group Of Animals; Crowd; One Who Lookafter A 2151 Herd; Ex. Shepherd/goatherd; Ex. Herd Instinct; Ex. Herdsman; V: Come Together In A Herd; Look After A Hereafter : Life After Death 2152 Heresy : Opinion Contrary To Popular Belief; Opinion 2153 Contrary To Accepted Religion

Hindrance : Block; Obstacle 2176 Hindsight : Understanding The Nature Of An Event After It 2177 Haactually Happened Hinterlands : Back Country; Inner Part Of A Country; Op. 2178 Foreland

Heretic : Person Who Maintains Opinions Contrary To The Hireling : One Who Serves For Hire [usually Used 2154 Doctrines Of The Church 2179 Contemptuously] Hermetic : Sealed By Fusioso As To Be Airtight; Airtight 2155

Hirsute : Hairy 2180

Hermetically : Sealed By Fusion So As To Be Airtight 2156

Historic : Important In History; Ex. Historic Battle 2181

Hermitage : Home Of A Hermit 2157

Historical : Connected With History; Based On Eventin 2182 History (whether Regarded Aimportant Or Not)

Herpetologist : One Who Studies Reptiles 2158

Histrionic : Theatrical 2183

Heterodox : Unorthodox; Unconventional 2159

Hive : Box For Bees; V: Cause To Go In A Hive 2184

Heterogeneous : Dissimilar 2160

Hoard : Stockpile; Accumulate For Future Use 2185

Hew : Cut To Pieces With Ax Or Sword 2161

Hoary : White With Age 2186

Heyday : Time Of Greatest Success; Prime 2162

Holocaust : Destruction By Fire 2187

Hiatus : Gap; Pause 2163

Holster : Pistol Case 2188

Hiatus : Gap; Pause 2164

Homage : Honor; Tribute 2189

Hibernal : Wintry 2165

Homely : Not Good-Looking; Unattractive 2190

Hibernate : Sleep Throughout The Winter 2166

Homely : Not Good-Looking; Unattractive 2191

Hide : Skin Of An Animal 2167 Hideous : Repulsive To The Sight; Ugly; Repugnant; Ex. 2168 Hideouface/scream Hierarchy : Body Divided Into Ranks 2169

Homeostasis : Tendency Of A System Or Organism To 2192 Maintairelative Stability Or Internal Equilibrium; Cf. Homeo-: Constant; Ex. Homeotherm Homespun : Domestic; Made At Home 2193 Homily : Sermon; Tedious Moralizing Lecture; Serious 2194 Warning; Adj. Homiletic

Hierarchy : Body Divided Into Ranks 2170

Homogeneous : Of The Same Kind 2195

Hieroglyphic : Picture Writing 2171

Homogeneous : Of The Same Kind 2196

High-Flown : Highly Pretentiouor Inflated 2172

Hone : Sharpen 2197

Hilarity : Boisterous Mirth 2173

Hoodwink : Deceive; Delude 2198

Hindmost : Furthest Behind 2174 Hindmost : Furthest Behind 2175

Horde : Crowd 2199 Horoscope : Diagram Of The Positionof Starat A Given 2200 Moment (e.G. Of A Person'birth) Used By Astrologers

Hortatory : Encouraging; Exhortative; Marked By 2201 Exhortation; Cf. Exhort

2226

Hurtle : Crash; Rush

Hortatory : Encouraging; Exhortative; Marked By 2202 Exhortation; Cf. Exhort

2227

Husbandry : Frugality; Thrift; Agriculture

Horticultural : Pertaining To Cultivation Of Gardens 2203

Hybrid : Mongrel; Mixed Breed 2228

Horticultural : Pertaining To Cultivation Of Gardens 2204

Hydrophobia : Rabies; Fear Of Water 2229

Horticultural : Pertaining To Cultivation Of Gardens 2205 Hostage : Person Who Ikept Aa Prisoner By An Enemy 2206 So That The Other Side Will Do What The Enemy Demands Hostility : Unfriendliness; Hatred; Enmity; Adj. Hostile 2207 Hothead : Person Who Doethingtoo Quickly Without 2208 Thinking; Adj. Hotheaded Hovel : Shack; Small, Wretched House 2209

Hygiene : Science And Practice Of The Promotion And 2230 Preservation Of Health; Adj. Hygienic: Showing Careful Attention To Cleannes(to Prevent Disease); Ex. Hygienic Hyperbole : Exaggeration; Overstatement 2231 Hypercritical : Excessively Exacting 2232 Hypnosis : Induced Sleeping State; Adj. Hypnotic; V: 2233 Hypnotize Hypochondriac : Person Unduly Worried About His 2234 Health; Worrier Without Cause About Illness

Hover : Hang About; Wait Nearby 2210

Hypocritical : Pertaining To Be Virtuous; Deceiving 2235

Hubbub : Confused Uproar 2211

Hypothetical : Based On Assumptions Or Hypothesis 2236

Hubris : Arrogance; Excessive Self-Conceit

Hue_and_cry : Outcry; Loud Cry Or Clamor; Strong 2214 Protest; Ex. Hue And Cry Against The New Rule

Hysteria : Excessive Or Uncontrollable Excitement; N: 2237 Hysteric: Person Suffering From Hysteria; Cf. Hysterics: Attack Of Hysteria Hysteria : Excessive Or Uncontrollable Excitement; N: 2238 Hysteric: Person Suffering From Hysteria; Cf. Hysterics: Attack Of Hysteria Ichthyology : Study Of Fish 2239

Hull : Husk; Dry Outer Covering Of A Seed; Frame Or 2215 Body Of A Ship

2240

2212 Hue : Color; Aspect 2213

Icon : Religious Image; Idol

Humane : Kind 2216

Ideology : Ideas Of A Group Of People 2241

Humble : Of Low Rank Or Position; Modest; Having A Low Idiom : Special Usage In Language 2217 Opinion Of Oneself And A High Opinion Of Others; 2242 Unassuming; Not Proud; V: Humiliate: Make Humble; Humdrum : Dull; Monotonous Idiosyncratic : Private; Peculiar To An Individual 2218 2243 Humid : Damp 2219 Humid : Damp 2220 Humility : Humbleness Of Spirit 2221 Hummock : Small Hill; Hillock 2222

Idle : Not Working; Not Employed Or Busy; Lazy; Without 2244 Purpose; Useless; Lacking Substance; Baseless; Not Based On Truth; Ex. Idle Worker; Ex. Talk Idly; V: Idolatry : Worship Of Idols; Excessive Admiration 2245 Idyll : Short Poem Idealizing Rural Life; Simple Happy 2246 Period Of Life (in The Country); Scene From Such A Time; A:(idyl); Ex. Idyll Of Two Young Lovers Idyllic : Charmingly Carefree; Simple 2247

Humor : Indulge; Comply With The Wisheof; N: Quality Igneous : Produced By Fire; Volcanic 2223 That Makesomething Amusing; State Of Mind; Mood; Ex. 2248 In A Bad Humor; Ex. Out Of Humor Humus : Substance Formed By Decaying Vegetable Ignite : Kindle; Light; Catch Fire Or Set Fire To 2224 Matter 2249 Hurl : Throw Forcefully; Shout Out Violently 2225

Ignoble : Of Lowly Origin; Unworthy 2250

Ignoble : Of Lowly Origin; Unworthy 2251

Impair : Worsen; Diminish In Value 2276

Ignoble : Of Lowly Origin; Unworthy 2252

Impalpable : Imperceptible; Intangible 2277

2253

Ignominious : Disgraceful

Impart : Grant A Share Of; Make Known; Ex. Newto 2278 Impart

Ignominy : Deep Disgrace; Shame Or Dishonor; Adj. 2254 Ignominious; Ex. Ignominious Defeat

2279

Ignominy : Deep Disgrace; Shame Or Dishonor; Adj. 2255 Ignominious; Ex. Ignominious Defeat

2280

Impartial : Not Biased; Fair Impassable : Not Able To Be Traveled Or Crossed

Illicit : Illegal 2256

Impasse : Predicament From Which There Is No Escape 2281

Illimitable : Infinite 2257

Impassioned : (of Speech) Filled With Passion; Fervent 2282

Illusive : Deceiving 2258

Impassive : Without Feeling; Not Affected By Pain 2283

Illusive : Deceiving 2259

Impeach : Charge With Crime In Office; Indict 2284

Illusory : Deceptive; Not Real 2260

Impeccable : Faultless 2285

Illusory : Illusive; Deceptive; Not Real 2261

Impecunious : Without Money 2286

Illusory : Illusive; Deceptive; Not Real 2262

Impede : Hinder; Block; Delay 2287

Imbalance : Lack Of Balance Or Symmetry; Disproportion 2263

Impediment : Hindrance; Stumbling Block 2288

Imbecility : Weakness Of Mind 2264

Impel : Drive Or Force Onward; Drive To Take Action; Urge 2289 To Action

Imbibe : Drink In

Impending : Nearing; Approaching

2265

2290

Imbroglio : Complicated Situatio(as Ia Play); Painful Or 2266 Complex Misunderstanding (as Ia Play); Entanglement; Confused Mass (as Of Papers); V: Embroil Imbue : Saturate(soak Thoroughly); Fill; Ex. Imbue 2267 Someone With Feelings

Impenetrable : Not Able To Be Pierced Or Entered; 2291 Beyond Understanding

Immaculate : Pure; Spotless 2268 Imminent : Impeding; Near At Hand 2269

Impenitent : Not Repentant 2292 Imperative : Absolutely Necessary; That Must Be Done; 2293 Critically Important; Expressing Command; Ex. It Is Imperative That; N: Something That Must Be Done Imperial : Like An Emperor; Related To An Empire 2294

Imminent : Impeding; Near At Hand 2270

Imperil : Put In Danger 2295

Imminent : Impeding; Near At Hand 2271 Immobility : State Of Being Immovable

Impermeable : Impervious; Not Permitting Passage 2297 Through Its Substance

Immolate : Offer Or Kill As A Sacrifice (by Fire)

Impermeable : Impervious; Not Permitting Passage 2298 Through Its Substance

Immure : Imprison; Shut Up Iconfinement; Cf. Wall

Impermeable : Impervious; Not Permitting Passage 2299 Through Its Substance

Immutable : Unchangeable

Impersonal : Not Being A Person; Not Showing Personal 2300 Feelings; Ex. Impersonal Force/manner/organization

2272 2273 2274 2275

Imperious : Domineering 2296

Impertinent : Insolent 2301

Impotent : Weak; Ineffective 2326

Imperturbable : Calm; Placid 2302

Impotent : Weak; Ineffective 2327

2303

Impetuous : Violent; Hasty; Rash

Impoverish : Make Poor; Deprive Of Natural Strength Or 2328 Something Important; Ex. Impoverished Soil

Impetuous : Violent; Hasty; Rash; Impulsive; Without 2304 Careful Thought; Ex. Impetuous Decision

2329

Impetuous : Violent; Hasty; Rash; Impulsive; Without 2305 Careful Thought; Ex. Impetuous Decision

2330

Impoverished : Poor Impregnable : Invulnerable

Impetus : Moving Force 2306

Impregnate : Make Pregnant; Fill Thoroughly; Saturate 2331

Impiety : Irreverence; Wickedness 2307

Impromptu : Without Previous Preparation 2332

Impinge : Infringe; Touch; Collide With 2308

Impropriety : State Of Being Inappropriate 2333

Impious : Irreverent 2309

Improvident : Thriftless; Not Providing For The Future 2334

Implacable : Incapable Of Being Pacified 2310

Improvise : Compose On The Spur Of The Moment 2335

Implement : Put Into Effect; Supply With Tools 2311

Imprudent : Lacking Caution; Injudicious 2336

Implicate : Incriminate; Involve Incriminatingly; Show To 2312 Be Involved (in A Crime); Ex. Implicate Someone In The Crime Implication : That Is Hinted At Or Suggested 2313 Implicit : Understood But Not Stated 2314 Implode : Burst Inward; Cf. Vacuum Tube 2315

Imprudent : Lacking Caution; Injudicious 2337 Impudence : Impertinence; Insolence 2338 Impugn : Dispute Or Contradict (ofteiainsulting Way); 2339 Attack As False Or Questionable; Challenge; Gainsay; Cf. Fight Impuissance : Powerlessness; Feebleness 2340

Implore : Beg 2316

Impuissance : Powerlessness; Feebleness 2341

Imply : Suggest A Meaning Not Expressed; Signify 2317

Impunity : Freedom From Punishment 2342

Impolitic : Not Wise 2318

Impute : Attribute; Ascribe; Charge; N: Imputation 2343

Imponderable : Weightless 2319

Inadvertently : Carelessly; Unintentionally 2344

Import : Significance 2320

Inalienable : Not To Be Taken Away; Nontransferable 2345

Importunate : Urging; Demanding 2321

Inamorata : Woman Whom A Man Loves 2346

Importunate : Urging; Demanding 2322

Inane : Silly; Senseless 2347

Importune : Beg Earnestly 2323

Inanimate : Lifeless 2348

Impostor : Someone Who Assumes False Identity

Inarticulate : Speechless; Producing Indistinct Speech

2324

2349

Imposture : Assuming A False Identity; Masquerade; Cf. 2325 Impostor

2350

Inasmuch_as : Since; Owing To The Fact That

Inaugurate : Start; Initiate; Install At Office

Inclement : Stormy; Unkind

2351

2376

Incandescent : Strikingly Bright; Shining With Intense 2352 Heat

2377

Incantation : Singing Or Chanting Of Magic Spells; 2353 Magical Formula

2378

Incantation : Singing Or Chanting Of Magic Spells; 2354 Magical Formula

2379

Incapacitate : Disable 2355

Incline : Slope; Slant Inclined : Tending Or Leaning Toward; Bent Inclusive : Tending To Include All Incognito : With Identity Concealed; Using An Assumed 2380 Name

Incarcerate : Imprison 2356

Incoherent : Unintelligible; Muddled; Illogical 2381

Incarnate : Endowed With Flesh; Personified

Incommodious : Not Spacious

2357

2382

Incarnation : Act Of Assuming A Human Body And 2358 Human Nature

2383

Incompatible : Inharmonious

Incendiary : Arsonist 2359

Incompatible : Inharmonious 2384

Incense : Enrage; Infuriate 2360

Incompatible : Inharmonious 2385

Incense : Enrage; Infuriate 2361

Incongruity : Lack Of Harmony; Absurdity; Adj. 2386 Incongruous: Lacking In Harmony; Inappropriate

Incentive : Spur; Motive 2362

Incongruous : Not Fitting; Absurd 2387

Inception : Start; Beginning 2363

Inconsequential : Of Trifling Significance 2388

Incessant : Uninterrupted 2364

Inconsequential : Of Trifling Significance 2389

Inchoate : Recently Begun; Rudimentary; Elementary 2365 Incidence : Rate Of Occurrence; Particular Occurrence 2366

Inconsistency : State Of Being Self-Contradictory; Lack 2390 Of Uniformity Or Steadiness; Adj. Inconsistent: Displaying A Lack Of Consistency; Erratic; Contradictory; Incontinent : Lacking Self-Restraint; Licentious 2391

Incident : Event; Event That Causea Crisis 2367

Incontinent : Lacking Self-Restraint; Licentious 2392

Incidental : Not Essential; Minor 2368

Incorporate : Introduce Something Into A Larger Whole; 2393 Include; Embody; Give Material Form To; Adj.

Incinerate : Burn To Ashes 2369

Incorporeal : Immaterial; Without A Material Body 2394

Incipient : Beginning; In An Early Stage 2370

Incorrigible : Uncorrectable 2395

Incipient : Beginning; In An Early Stage 2371

Incredulity : Tendency To Disbelief 2396

Incisive : Cutting; Sharp 2372

Incredulous : Withholding Belief; Skeptical 2397

Incite : Arouse To Action 2373

Increment : Increase 2398

Incite : Arouse To Action 2374 Incite : Arouse To Action 2375

Incriminate : Accuse 2399 Incrustation : Hard Coating Or Crust; V: Incrust: Encrust; 2400 Cover With A Crust

Incubate : Hatch; Scheme 2401

Indissoluble : Permanent 2426

Inculcate : Teach (ideas Or Principles); Instill 2402

Indite : Write; Compose 2427

Incumbent : Officeholder 2403 Incur : Bring Upon Oneself 2404

Indoctrinate : Cause To Accept A Doctrine Without 2428 Questioning It; Ex. Indoctrinated With MindlesantiCommunism Indolent : Lazy 2429

Indecision : Irresolution; Inability To Make Up One'mind

Indomitable : Unconquerable

2405

2430

Indecisive : Marked By Indecision; Inconclusive; Ex. 2406 Indecisive Battle

Indubitable : Unable To Be Doubted; Which Cannot Be 2431 Doubted; Unquestionable

Indefatigable : Tireless 2407

Indubitably : Beyond A Doubt 2432

Indelible : Not Able To Be Erased 2408

Induce : Persuade; Bring About 2433

Indelible : Not Able To Be Erased

Inductive : Pertaining To Induction Or Proceeding From 2434 The Specific To The General

Indelible : Not Able To Be Erased

Indulge : Yield To; Gratify; Allow Oneself A Special 2435 Pleasure; Ex. Indulge One'every Whim/a Child/in A Big Cigarette; N: Indulgence Indulge : Yield To; Gratify; Allow Oneself A Special 2436 Pleasure; Ex. Indulge One'every Whim/a Child/in A Big Cigarette; N: Indulgence Indulgent : Humoring; Yielding; Lenient 2437

2409 2410 Indemnify : Make Secure Against Loss; Compensate 2411 Loss Indentation : Notch; Deep Recess; V: Indent; Cf. Tooth 2412 Indentation : Notch; Deep Recess; V: Indent; Cf. Tooth 2413

Industrious : Diligent; Hard-Working; N: Industry 2438

Indicative : Suggestive; Implying 2414

Inebriate : Make Drunk; Intoxicate; N: Intoxicated Person 2439

Indices : Signs; Indications; Ex. Indices Of A Student's Inebriated : Habitually Intoxicated; Drunk; N: Inebriety 2415 Potential; Cf. Index: Something That Reveals Or Indicates; 2440 Sign; Ex. Cost-Of-Living Index Indict : Charge Inebriety : Habitual Intoxication 2416 2441 Indifferent : Unmoved; Lacking Concern 2417

Ineffable : Unutterable; Cannot Be Expressed In Speech 2442

Indigence : Poverty 2418

Ineffectual : Not Effective; Weak 2443

Indigenous : Native 2419

Inequity : Unfairness 2444

Indigent : Poor 2420

Inerrancy : Infallibility 2445

Indignation : Anger At An Injustice 2421

Inert : Inactive; Lacking Power To Move 2446

Indignity : Offensive Or Insulting Treatment 2422

Inertia : State Of Being Inert Or Indisposed To Move 2447

Indignity : Offensive Or Insulting Treatment 2423

Inestimable : Impossible To Estimate; (apprec) Invaluable; 2448 Of Immeasurable Worth Inevitable : Unavoidable

Indiscriminate : Choosing At Random; Confused 2424

2449 Indisputable : Too Certain To Be Disputed

2425

Inexorable : Relentless; Unyielding; Implacable 2450

Inextricable : From Which It Iimpossible To Get Free; 2451 That Cannot Be Untied; Ex. Inextricable Troubles; Ex. Inextricable Two Histories Infallible : Unerring 2452

Inhibit : Prohibit; Restrain 2476 Inhibit : Prohibit; Restrain 2477

Infamous : Notoriously Bad 2453

Inhibit : Prohibit; Restrain 2478

Infantile : Childish; Infantile 2454

Inhibited : (of A Person) Unable To Expreswhat One 2479 Really Feels

Infantile : Childish; Infantile 2455

Inimical : Unfriendly; Hostile 2480

Infer : Deduce; Conclude 2456

Inimitable : Matchless; Not Able To Be Imitated 2481

Infernal : Pertaining To Hell; Devilish 2457

Iniquitous : Unjust; Wrong 2482

Infest : Inhabit In Numberlarge Enough To Be Harmful; Ex. Initiate : Begin; Originate; Receive Into A Group 2458 Mice Infested The House; Ex. Shark-Infested Waters 2483 Infidel : Unbeliever

Initiate : Begin; Originate; Receive Into A Group

2459

2484

Infiltrate : Pass Into Or Through; Penetrate (an 2460 Organization) Sneakily

2485

Injurious : Harmful

Infinitesimal : Very Small 2461

Inkling : Hint 2486

Infirmity : Weakness 2462

Innate : Inborn 2487

Inflated : Exaggerated 2463

Innocuous : Harmless 2488

Influx : Flowing Into 2464

Innovation : Change; Introduction Of Something New 2489

Informal : Lacking Ceremony; Casual 2465

Innuendo : Hint; Inspiration 2490

Infraction : Violation 2466

Inopportune : Untimely; Poorly Chosen 2491

Infringe : Violate; Encroach 2467

Inordinate : Unrestrained; Excessive 2492

Ingenious : Clever 2468

Inquisitive : Eager For Knowledge; Unduly Curious 2493

Ingenious : Nanve; Young; Unsophisticated

Ingenuous : Naive And Trusting; Young; Unsophisticated; 2471 Candid

Inroad : Hostile Invasion; Advance That Lessenthe 2494 Quantity Or Difficulty Of Something; Ex. The Long Illnesmade Seriouinroadon Hisavings; Cf. Raid Inroad : Hostile Invasion; Advance That Lessenthe 2495 Quantity Or Difficulty Of Something; Ex. The Long Illnesmade Seriouinroadon Hisavings; Cf. Raid Insalubrious : Unwholesome; Not Healthful; Ex. 2496 Insalubrious Place

Ingrained : Deeply Established; Firmly Rooted; Ex. 2472 Ingrained Dirt/prejudice

2497

2469 Ingenious : Clever 2470

Insatiable : Not Easily Satisfied; Greedy

Ingrate : Ungrateful Person 2473

Inscrutable : Incomprehensive; Not To Be Discovered 2498

Ingratiate : Become Poplar With 2474 Inherent : Firmly Established By Nature Or Habit 2475

Insensate : Without Feeling; Lacking Sense; Foolish 2499 Insensible : Unconscious; Unreasonable; Insensitive; 2500 Unaware; Imperceptible; Ex. Insensible Of His Danger/to Pain; Ex. Insensible Change; Cf. Not The Opposite Of

Insidious : Treacherous; Stealthy; Sly 2501

Inter : Bury 2526

Insightful : Discerning; Perceptive 2502

Interdict : Prohibit; Forbid 2527

Insinuate : Hint; Imply 2503

Interim : Meantime 2528

Insipid : Tasteless; Dull

Interloper : Intruder

2504

2529

Insolence : Impudent Disrespect; Haughtiness; Adj. 2505 Insolent; Cf. Haughty + Rude

Intermediary : Intermediate; Acting Aa Mediator; N: 2530 Mediator; Go-Between

Insolent : Haughty And Contemptuous 2506

Interminable : Endless 2531

Insolvent : Bankrupt; Lacking Money To Pay 2507

Intermittent : Periodic; On And Off 2532

Insomnia : Wakefulness; Inability To Sleep

Interpolate : Insert Between

2508

2533

Insouciant : Without Conceror Care; Unconcerned; 2509 Indifferent

Interregnum : Period Betweetwo Successive Reigns Or 2534 Governments

Institute : Organization For A Special Purpose; V: 2510 Establish

Interrogate : Questioclosely; Cross-Examine; Cross2535 Question

Institution : Instituting; (building For The) Organization; 2511 Established Custom, Practice, Or Relationship In A Society; Mental Hospital; Ex. Institution Of Marriage Institutionalize : Make Into An Institution; Put Or Confine 2512 In An Institution

Interstice : Narrow Space Between Things 2536 Intervene : Come Between 2537

Insubordinate : Disobedient

Intimate : Hint

2513

2538

Insubstantial : Lacking Substance; Insignificant; Frail; 2514 Immaterial

2539

Intimidate : Frighten; N: Intimidation

Insularity : Narrow-Mindedness; Isolation

Intolerant : Not Willing To Accept Wayof Thinking Different 2540 From One'own; Cf. Tolerant; Cf. Tolerate

Insuperable : Insurmountable; Invincible

Intolerant : Not Willing To Accept Wayof Thinking Different 2541 From One'own; Cf. Tolerant; Cf. Tolerate

Insurgent : Rebellious

Intoxicate : Make Drunk; Stimulate Or Excite; Ex. 2542 Intoxicated By All The Money He Might Win

Insurmountable : Overwhelming; Unbeatable; Insuperable

Intoxicate : Make Drunk; Stimulate Or Excite; Ex. 2543 Intoxicated By All The Money He Might Win

Insurrection : Rebellion; Uprising 2519

Intoxicate : Make Drunk; Stimulate Or Excite; Ex. 2544 Intoxicated By All The Money He Might Win

Intangible : Not Material; Not Able To Be Perceived By 2520 Touch

2545

2515 2516 2517 2518

Integral : Complete; Necessary For Completeness 2521

Intractable : Unruly; Refractory Intransigence : Refusal Of Any Compromise; 2546 Stubbornness; Adj. Intransigent: Uncompromising

Integrate : Make Whole; Combine; Make Into One Unit 2522

Intransigent : Refusing Any Compromise; Stubborn 2547

Integrity : Wholeness; Purify; Uprightness 2523

Intransigent : Refusing Any Compromise; Stubborn 2548

Intellect : Higher Mental Powers

Intrepid : Fearless

2524

2549

Intelligentsia : The Intelligent And Educated Classes 2525 [often Used Derogatory]

2550

Intricate : Complex; Knotty; Tangled

Intrigue : Make Secret Plans; Plot; Arouse The Curiosity 2551 Of; N: Secret Scheme; Plot; Secret Love Affair

Iridescent : Exhibiting Rainbowlike Colors 2576

Intrinsic : Essential; Inherent; Built-In 2552

Irksome : Annoying; Tedious 2577

Intrinsically : Essentially; Inherently; Naturally 2553

Ironic : Resulting In Unexpected And Contrary Manner 2578

2554

Introspective : Locking Within Oneself

Irony : Hidden Sarcasm Or Satire; Use Of Words That 2579 Convey A Meaning Opposite To The Literal Meaning

Introvert : One Who Is Introspective; Inclined To Think 2555 More About Oneself

2580

Irrational : Illogical; Lacking Reason; Insane

Intrude : Trespass; Enter As Uninvited Person 2556

Irreconcilable : Incompatible; Not Able To Be Resolved 2581

Intuition : Power Of Knowing Without Reasoning 2557

Irrefutable : Indisputable; Incontrovertible; Undeniable 2582

Inundate : Overflow; Flood 2558

Irrelevant : Not Applicable; Unrelated 2583

Inured : Accustomed; Hardened 2559

Irreparable : Not Able To Be Corrected Or Repaired 2584

Invalid : One Incapacitated(disabled) By A Chronic Illness; Irrepressible : Unable To Be Restrained Or Held Back 2560 Adj: Incapacitated By Illness; Not Valid; Null; V: Allow To 2585 Leave (a Military Force) Because Of Ill-Health Invalidate : Weaken; Destroy Irreproachable : Beyond Reproach; Blameless; 2561 2586 Impeccable; Ex. Irreproachable Conduct Inveigh : Denounce; Utter Censure Or Invective 2562

Irresolute : Uncertain How To Act; Weak 2587

Inveigle : Lead Astray; Wheedle 2563

Irretrievable : Impossible To Recover Or Regain; Cf. 2588 Retrieve

Invert : Turn Upside Down Or Inside Out 2564

Irreverence : Lack Of Proper Aspect 2589

Inveterate : Deep-Rooted; Habitual 2565

Irrevocable : Unalterable 2590

Invidious : Designed To Create Ill Will Or Envy 2566

Isotope : Varying Form Of An Element 2591

2567

Invincible : Unconquerable

Isthmus : Narrow Neck Of Land Connecting Two Larger 2592 Bodies Of Land

Inviolability : Security From Being Destroyed; Corrupted 2568 Or Profaned

2593

Inviolable : Secure From Corruption, Attack, Or 2569 Violation(or Profanation); Unassailable; Ex. Inviolable Oath/rights; N: Inviolability Invocation : Prayer For Help (used Iinvoking); Calling 2570 Upoas A Reference Or Support; Act Of Invoking Invoke : Call Upon; Ask For 2571

Itinerant : Wandering; Traveling Itinerant : Wandering; Traveling 2594 Itinerary : Plan Of A Trip 2595 Jab : Poke Abruptly With Something Sharp; Punch With 2596 Short Blows

Invulnerable : Incapable Of Injury 2572

Jabber : Chatter Rapidly Or Unintelligibly 2597

Iota : Very Small Quantity 2573

Jaded : Fatigued; Surfeited 2598

Irascible : Irritable; Easily Angered 2574 Irate : Angry 2575

Jargon : Language Used By Special Group; Gibberish 2599 Jaundice : Medical Condition In Which The Skin, The 2600 White Part Of The Eyes, Etc. Turn Yellow; V: Affect With Jaundice; Affect With Prejudice, Envy, Or Hostility; Bias

Jaunt : Trip; Short Journey 2601

Jurisdiction : Right And Power To Apply The Law; 2626 Authority

Jaunty : Stylish; Perky; Carefree 2602

Jurisprudence : Science Of Law 2627

Jeopardize : Endanger; Imperil; Put At Risk; N: Jeopardy: Juxtapose : Place Side By Side 2603 Danger 2628 Jest : Playful Remark Or Act; V: Act Or Speak Playfully 2604 Jetsam : Thingthrown From A Ship (to Lighten The Ship) 2605

Kaleidoscope : Tube In Which Patterns Made By The 2629 Reflection In Mirrors Of Colored Pieces Of Glass, Etc. Produce Interesting Symmetrical Effects Ken : Range Of Knowledge 2630

Jettison : Throw Overboard

Kernel : Central Or Vital Part; Core; Whole Seed (as Of 2631 Corn)

Jibe : Agree; Be Iharmony With; Gibe

Killjoy : Grouch; Spoilsport; One Who Intentionally Spoils 2632 The Pleasure Of Others

2606 2607 Jingoism : Extremely Aggressive And Militant Patriotism 2608

Kindle : Start A Fire; Inspire 2633

Jocose : Given To Joking 2609

Kismet : Fate 2634

Jocular : Said Or Done In Jest 2610

Kith : Familiar Friends 2635

Jocund : Merry 2611

Kleptomaniac : Person Who Has A Convulsive Desire To 2636 Steal

Jollity : Gaiety; Cheerfulness 2612

Knack : Special Talent; Art 2637

Jostle : Shove; Bump 2613

Knave : Untrustworthy Person; Rogue; Scoundrel; Jack; 2638 N: Knavery

Jovial : Good-Natured; Merry 2614

Knavery : Rascality 2639

Jubilation : Rejoicing 2615

Knavery : Rascality 2640

Jubilation : Rejoicing 2616

Knead : Mix; Work Dough 2641

Judiciary : Judicial Branch Of Government 2617

Kneel : Go Down On One'knee(s) 2642

Judicious : Sound In Judgment; Wise 2618

Knell : Tolling Of A Bell At A Funeral; Sound Of The 2643 Funeral Bell

Juggernaut : Irresistible Crashing Force 2619

Knoll : Little Round Hill 2644

Juggernaut : Irresistible Crashing Force 2620

Knotty : Intricate; Difficult; Tangled; Cf. Knot 2645

Jumble : Mix In A Confused Way

Kudos : Honor; Glory; Acclaim Or Praise For Exceptional 2646 Achievement

Jumble : Mix In A Confused Way

Labile : Likely To Change; Unstable; Ex. Emotionally 2647 Labile; N: Lability

2621 2622 Juncture : Crisis; Joining Point 2623

Laborious : Demanding Much Work Or Care; Tedious 2648

Junket : Marry Feast Or Picnic 2624

Labyrinth : Maze 2649

Juridical : Of The Law And Itadministration; Cf. Judicial: Of Lace : Cord Used To Draw And Tie Together Two 2625 Courtof Law; Cf. Judiciary 2650 Opposite Edge(aof A Shoe); Delicate Fabric Made Of Fine Threads; V: Draw Together By Tying A Lace

2651

Lacerate : Mangle; Tear

Latch : Fastening Or Lock Consisting Of A Movable Bar 2676 That Fitinto A Notch; V: Close With A Latch

Laceration : Torragged Wound; V: Lacerate: Tear (the 2652 Skias With Brokeglass); Wound

Latent : Present But Not Yet Noticeable Or Active; 2677 Dormant; Hidden; N: Latency; Cf. Potential

Lachrymose : Producing Tears 2653

Latent : Present But Not Yet Noticeable Or Active; 2678 Dormant; Hidden; N: Latency; Cf. Potential

Lackey : Footman; Toady 2654

Lateral : Coming From The Side 2679

Lackluster : Dull 2655

Latitude : Freedom From Narrow Limitations 2680

Laconic : Brief And To The Point 2656 Lag : Move Or Develop More Slowly; Straggle; Ex. Lag 2657 Behind The Rest; N: Laggard : Slow; Sluggish 2658

Laud : Praise; N: Adj. Laudable: Praiseworthy; Adj. 2681 Laudatory: Expressing Praise Lavish : Liberal; Wasteful; Generous Or Wasteful Igiving 2682 Or Using; Abundant; Profuse; Great; Ex. Decorated Lavishly; V: Give Iabundance Lax : Careless; Negligent; Not Paying Enough Attention; 2683 Ex. Lax Service

Laity : Laymen; Persons Not Connected With The Clergy

Layman : Man Who Inot A Cleric; Man Who 2684 Inonprofessional

Laity : Laymen; Persons Not Connected With The Clergy

Leash : Restraining Rope Fastened To The Collar Of An 2685 Animal (to Control It); Ex. A Dog On A Leash

2659 2660 Lament : Grieve; Express Sorrow 2661

Leave-Taking : Farewell Or Departure 2686

Lampoon : Ridicule 2662 Lance : Pierce With A Lance; Cut Into; N: Spearlike 2663 Weapon

Leaven : Add Leaveto; Cause To Rise Or Grow Lighter; 2687 Enliven; N: Agent, Such As Yeast, That Causes Dough To Rise (by Fermentation); Element That Lightens Or Lechery : Gross Lewdness; Lustfulness; Adj. Lecherous; 2688 N: Lecher: Lecherous Man

Languid : Weary; Sluggish; Listless 2664

Lectern : Reading Desk Or Stand For A Public Speaker 2689

Languish : Lose Animation; Lose Strength 2665

Leery : (of Someone) Suspicious; Wary; Cautious 2690

Languor : Lack Of Physical Or Mental Energy; Lassitude; Leeway : Room To Move; Margin; Latitude; Ex. Leeway 2666 Depression 2691 For The Deadline Lank : Long And Thin; Ex. Lank, Gaunt, Abraham Lincoln 2667

Legacy : Gift Made By A Will; Something Handed Down 2692 From An Ancestor

Lank : Long And Thin; Ex. Lank, Gaunt, Abraham Lincoln 2668

Legato : (of Music) Played Smoothly 2693

Lap : Take Ifood Or Drink With One's Tongue; Splash 2669 Gently; Ex. Waves Lapping The Shore; N: Front Area From The Waist To The Knees Of A Seated Person Larceny : Theft; Ex. Petit Larceny 2670 Larder : Pantry; Place Where Food Is Kept 2671

Legend : Explanatory List Of Symbols On A Map 2694 Legerdemain : Sleight(dexterity) Of Hand; Cf. Light Of 2695 Hand Legislature : Legislating Branch Of Government; Cf. 2696 Legislate: Make Laws

Largess : Generous Gift (giveto People Who Do Not Have Leniency : Mildness; Permissiveness 2672 Enough) 2697 Lascivious : Lustful 2673

Leonine : Like A Lion 2698

Lassitude : Languor; Weariness; Listlessness

Leonine : Like A Lion

2674

2699

Latch : Fastening Or Lock Consisting Of A Movable Bar 2675 That Fitinto A Notch; V: Close With A Latch

2700

Lethargic : Drowsy; Dull

Levee : Eartheor Stone Embankment To Prevent Flooding; Linger : Loiter Or Dawdle; Be Slow In Leaving; Delay 2701 Cf. Raise 2726 Going; Continue Or Persist; Be Slow To Disappear; Ex. The Smell Lingered For Days. Levitate : Rise And Float Ithe Air (especially By Magical Linguistic : Pertaining To Language 2702 Means); Cf. Light 2727 Levity : Lightness 2703

Lionize : Treat As Celebrity 2728

Levy : Impose (a Fine); Collect (a Payment) 2704

Liquidate : Settle Accounts; Pay Off (a Debt); Clear Up; 2729 Eliminate; Kill Or Abolish

Lewd : Lustful

List : Tilt; Lean Over

2705

2730

Lexicographer : Compiler Of A Dictionary; Cf. 2706 Lexicography: Work Of Compiling A Dictionary

2731

Listless : Lacking In Spirit Or Energy

Lexicon : Dictionary 2707

Litany : Supplicatory Prayer 2732

Liability : Drawback; Handicap; Debts; Obligation; Lithe : Flexible; Supple 2708 Responsibility; Conditioof Being Liable; Adj. Liable: Likely; 2733 Responsible (for Paying) Liaison : Officer Who Acts As Go-Between For Two Lithe : Flexible; Supple 2709 Armies 2734 Libel : Defamatory Written Statement; Act Of Writing 2710 Something That Smears A Person's Character; V: Adj. Libelous Libertine : Debauched Person; Dissolute Or Licentious 2711 Person; Rou\'e; Cf. Free

Litotes : Understatement For Emphasis; Ex. ``not 2735 Bad(=pretty Good)'' Litter : Waste Material Thrown Away (abitof Paper 2736 Scattered Untidily); V: Cover Untidily With Scattered Litter

Libidinous : Lust Full

Livid : Lead-Colored; Black And Blue (as From A Bruise); 2737 Ashen; Enraged; Extremely Angry

Libido : Emotional Urges Behind Human Activity

Loath : Reluctant; Unwilling; Disinclined; Ex. Romeo And 2738 Juliet Were Both Loath For Him To Go.

2712 2713

License : Official Or Legal Permission; Latitude Of Action Loathe : Detest; Adj. Loathsome: Arousing Loathing; 2714 Or Speech; Excessive Freedom That Causeharm Or 2739 Offensive; Ex. Loathsome Smell Damage; V: Licentious : Amoral; Lewd And Lascivious; Unrestrained Lode : Metal-Bearing Vein(long Deposit Of Aore) 2715 2740 Lien : Legal Claim Or Right Oa Property 2716

Loft : Room Or Space Under The Roof; Attic 2741

Lieu : Instead Of 2717

Lofty : Very High 2742

Ligneous : Like Wood 2718

Log : Record Of A Voyage Or Flight; Record Of Day-To2743 Day Activities; Section Of A Trunk; V:

Lilliputian : Extremely Small; Cf. Lilliput Igulliver's Travels 2719

Loiter : Hang About/around; Stand Idly About; Linger 2744

Limber : Flexible 2720

Loll : Lounge About 2745

Limn : Draw; Outline; Describe; Cf. Line ? 2721

Loll : Lounge About 2746

Limn : Draw; Outline; Describe; Cf. Line ? 2722

Longevity : Long Life; Long Duration 2747

Limp : Walk Lamely; Adj: Lacking Firmness; Weak 2723 Lineage : Descent; Ancestry

Lookout : Act Of Keeping Watch; High Place 2748 Commanding A Wide View; Person Who Keepwatch

Loom : Appear Or Take Shape (usually Iaenlarged, 2749 Indistinct, Or Distorted Form); Ex. The Shadow Of The Gallows Loomed Threateningly. N: Apparatus For Making Lineaments : Features Especially Of The Face; Distinctive Loquacious : Talkative 2725 Shape Or Contour Of The Face; Cf. Line 2750 2724

Lottery : Contest In Which Winnerare Selected In A 2751 Drawing Of Lots

2776

Lush : (of A Plant Or Grass) Growing Very Well

Lottery : Contest In Which Winnerare Selected In A 2752 Drawing Of Lots

2777

Luster : Shine; Gloss

Lounge : Stand, Sit, Or Lie In A Lazy, Relaxed Way

Lustrous : Shining; Brilliant; Ex. Lustrous Hair

2753

2778

Lout : Clumsy Person; Adj. Loutish; Cf. From 2754 Countrysides ?

Luxuriant : Abundant; Growing Healthily And Ilarge 2779 Amounts; Excessively Ornate; Rich And Splendid; Fertile; Ex. Luxuriant Forests/prose; Cf. Luxurious, Luxuriate Luxuriate : Take Pleasure In Great Comfort 2780

Low : Moo; Make The Sound Of A Cow 2755

Lubricate : Apply A Lubricant To; N: Lubricant: Substance Luxuriate : Take Pleasure In Great Comfort 2756 That Reducefriction 2781 Lucid : Easily Understood; Clear; Intelligible; N: Lucidity 2757

Macabre : Gruesome; Grisly 2782

Lucrative : Profitable

Mace : Ceremonial Staff Used As A Symbol Of Authority; 2783 Clublike Medieval Weapon

Lucrative : Profitable

Macerate : Softeby Soaking Iliquid; Waste Away; Ex. 2784 Macerate Powdered Wood To Make Paper

Lucrative : Profitable

Machiavellian : Crafty; Double-Dealing; Of The Political 2785 Doctrine Of Machiavelli, Which Holds That Craft And Deceit Are Justified Ipursuing Political Power Machinations : Evil Schemes Or Plots; Schemes Or Plots 2786 To Achieve Aevil End; V: Machinate

2758 2759 2760 Lucrative : Profitable 2761 Lucre : Money; Profit; Ex. Filthy Lucre 2762

Maculated : Spotted; Stained; Cf. Immaculate 2787

Ludicrous : Laughable; Trifling

Madrigal : Pastoral Song; Song For Several Singers 2788 Without Instruments

Lugubrious : Mournful

Maelstrom : Violent Whirlpool; Violent Or Turbulent 2789 Situation; Cf. Stream

2763 2764

Lull : Moment Of Calm; Period Of Reduced Activity; Ex. A Magisterial : Authoritative; Imperious; Commanding; Of A 2765 Lull Ithe Rain; V: Cause To Become Less Active; Cause 2790 Magistrate; Ex. Magisterial Study Of Romalaw; Ex. To Sleep Or Rest; Ex. Lull The Opponents Into A False Magisterial Manner Lumber : Move Heavily Or Clumsily; Ex. The Bear Magistrate : Official With Power To Administer The Law 2766 Lumbered Through The Woods; N: Timber 2791 Lumen : Unit Of Light Energy (one Candle's Worth) 2767

Magnanimity : Generosity; Adj. Magnanimous: Generous 2792

Luminary : Celebrity; Dignitary

Magnanimous : Generous

2768

2793

Luminous : Shining (esp. Ithe Dark); Issuing Light; Ex. 2769 Luminous Paint/road Signs

Magnate : Persoof Prominence Or Influence; Powerful Or 2794 Influential Perso(ibusiness Or Industry); Ex. Oil Magnate

Lunar : Pertaining To The Moon 2770

Magniloquent : Boastful; Pompous 2795

Lunatic : Insane; Ex. Lunatic Asylum

Magnitude : Greatness; Extent

2771

2796

Lurid : Wild; Sensational; Graphic; Gruesome; Horrible; 2772 Ex. Lurid Details Of The Murder

Makeshift : Temporary Expedient Or Substitute (in The 2797 Case Of Urgent Need); Ex. Makeshift Shelter

Lurk : Stealthily Lie Iwaiting; Slink; Exist Unperceived 2773

Maladroit : Clumsy; Not Skillful; Awkward; Bungling 2798

Luscious : Pleasing To Taste Or Smell 2774 Lush : (of A Plant Or Grass) Growing Very Well 2775

Malady : Illness 2799 Malaise : Uneasiness; Vague Feeling Of Ill Health (without 2800 Any Particular Paior Appearance Of Disease)

Malapropism : Comic Misuse Of A Word 2801

Manifest : Understandable; Clear 2826

Malapropos : Inappropriate; Adv: 2802 Malapropos : Inappropriate; Adv: 2803 Malcontent : Person Dissatisfied With Existing State Of 2804 Affairs Malediction : Curse 2805

Manifestation : Outward Demonstration; Manifesting; 2827 Indicatioof The Presence Of Something; Ex. Manifestatioof His Pronounced Musical Bent Manifestation : Outward Demonstration; Manifesting; 2828 Indicatioof The Presence Of Something; Ex. Manifestatioof His Pronounced Musical Bent Manifestation : Outward Demonstration; Manifesting; 2829 Indicatioof The Presence Of Something; Ex. Manifestatioof His Pronounced Musical Bent Manifesto : Declaration; Statement Of Policy 2830

Malefactor : Criminal 2806

Manifold : Numerous; Varied 2831

Malefactor : Criminal 2807 Maleficient : Doing Evil; N: Maleficience 2808 Malevolent : Wishing Evil 2809 Malfeasance : Wrongdoing; Misconduct (by A Public 2810 Official)

Manipulate : Operate With One's Hands; Control Or Play 2832 Upo(people, Forces, Etc.) Artfully; Maneuver; Ex. How To Manipulate Publicity And Men; Adj. Manipulative Mannered : Affected; Not Natural; Ex. Mannered Way Of 2833 Speech Mannerism : Distinctive Behavioral Trait; Affected Style In 2834 Art (according To A Set Of Styles)

2811

Mantle : Loose Sleevelesouter Garment; Cloak; 2835 Something That Coveror Envelops; The Layer Of The Earth Between The Crust And The Core Manumit : Emancipate; Free From Bondage 2836

Malign : Speak Evil Of; Bad-Mouth(criticize Spitefully); 2812 Defame; Adj: Harmful; Ex. Malign Influence

2837

Malicious : Dictated By Hatred Or Spite

Mar : Spoil The Appearance Of

Malingerer : One Who Feigns Illness To Escape Duty 2813

Maraud : Move In Search Of Plunder; Ex. Marauding Army 2838

Mall : Public Walk

Margin : Border; Room; Allowance Beyond What Ineeded; 2839 Ex. Margin Of Safety

Malleable : Capable Of Being Shaped By Pounding

Marginal : Of A Margin; Barely Within A Limit; Ex. 2840 Marginal Effect/writing Ability

Malodorous : Foul-Smelling 2816

Maritime : Bordering On(adjacent To) The Sea; Nautical; 2841 Of The Ships Or The Sea; Ex. Maritime Provinces

Mammal : A Vertebrate Animal Whose Female Suckles 2817 Its Young

Marked : Noticeable; Targeted For Vengeance Or Attack; 2842 Ex. Marked Improvement/man

2814 2815

Mammoth : Gigantic 2818

Maroon : Leave Helpleson A Deserted Island Or Coast; 2843 Adj. Red Brown

Manacle : Restrain; Handcuff 2819

Marred : Damaged; Disfigured 2844

Mandate : Order; Charge; Authoritative Command; Power 2820 To Goveranother Country; Power Giveto A Government; Regiounder Administration; V: Give A Mandate To; Place Mandatory : Obligatory 2821 Maneuver : Strategic Military Or Naval Movement (done 2822 For Training Purposes); Carefully Planned Process; Stratagem; V: Carry Out A Military Maneuver; Use Mangle : Tear Or Cut To Pieces; Mutilate Or Disfigure; 2823 Ex. Badly Mangled Bodies

Marrow : Soft Tissue Filling The Bones 2845 Marshal : Put Iorder; Guide Ceremoniously To The Correct 2846 Place; Ex. Marshal The Childreinto The Museum; N: Military Officer; Official Marsupial : One Of A Family Of Mammals That Nurse 2847 Their Offspring Ia Pouch(pocket Of Skior Leather); Cf. Kangaroo, Opossum, Wombat Martial : Warlike; Of War; Ex. Martial Art/law 2848

Mangy : Shabby; Wretched 2824 Maniacal : Raving Mad 2825

Martinet : Strict Disciplinarian 2849 Martyr : One Who Voluntarily Suffers Death For His Or 2850 Her Religion Or Cause; Great Sufferer; Ex. Martyr To His Rheumatism

Mash : Crush Into Mash; Convert Into Mash; N: Mixture Of Mealymouthed : Indirect Ispeech (whesomething 2851 Ground Grain And Nutrientfed To Livestock And Fowl 2876 Unpleasant Must Be Said); Hypocritical; Evasive 2852

Masochist : Person Who Enjoys His Own Pain

Meander : Wind Or Turiits Course; Follow A Winding Or 2877 Turning Course; Move Aimlessly And Idly

Mason : One Who Buildor Workwith Stone Or Brick; N: 2853 Masonry: Work Of A Mason; Stonework Or Brickwork

2878

Masticate : Chew

Meddlesome : Interfering

2854

Mediate : Settle A Dispute Through The Services Of An 2879 Outsider

Mat : Not Shiny; Matte; Having A Dull Finish; N: Flat 2855 Piece Of Material Used Aa Floor Covering; V:

Mediocre : Ordinary; Commonplace; Neither Good Nor 2880 Bad

Mat : Not Shiny; Matte; Having A Dull Finish; N: Flat 2856 Piece Of Material Used Aa Floor Covering; V:

Medium : Element That Is A Creature's Natural 2881 Environment; Nutrient Setting In Which Microorganisms Are Cultivated; Appropriate Occupation Or Means Of Materialism : Preoccupation With Physical Comforts And Medley : Mixture 2857 Things 2882 Maternal : Motherly 2858

Meek : Submissive; Patient And Long-Suffering 2883

Maternal : Motherly

Megalomania : Mania For Doing Grandiose Things

2859

2884

Matinee : Dramatic Or Musical Performance Given In The 2860 Afternoon

2885

Megalomania : Mania For Doing Grandiose Things

Matriarch : Woman Who Rules A Family Or Larger Social Melancholy : Gloomy; Morose; Blue; N: Adj. Melancholic; 2861 Group 2886 Cf. Melancholia Matricide : Murder Of A Mother By A Child 2862

Melange : Medley; Miscellany 2887

Matricide : Murder Of A Mother By A Child

Melee : Fight

2863

2888

Matriculate : Enroll (icollege Or Graduate School); Cf. 2864 Matrix

2889

Mellifluous : Flowing Smoothly; Smooth

Matrimony : State Of Being Married 2865

Memoir : Memoirs; Autobiography; Biography 2890

Matrix : Mold Or Die 2866 Maudlin : Effusively Sentimental 2867

Memorial : Something, Such Aa Monument Or Holiday, 2891 Intended To Honor The Memory Of A Person Or Event; Adj: Commemorative Memorialize : Commemorate 2892

Maul : Handle Roughly 2868

Menace : Threat; V: Threaten 2893

Mausoleum : Monumental Tomb 2869

Mendicant : Beggar 2894

Mauve : Pale Purple 2870

Menial : Suitable For Servants; Lowly; Mean; N: Someone 2895 Who Does Menial Work (esp. Servant Ia House)

Maverick : Rebel; Nonconformist 2871

Mentor : Counselor; Teacher 2896

Mawkish : Sickening; Insipid 2872 Maxim : Proverb; A Truth Pithily Stated 2873 Mayhem : An Injury To Body 2874 Meager : Scantly; Inadequate 2875

Mercenary : Interested In Money Or Gain 2897 Mercurial : Capricious; Quick And Changing; Fickle; 2898 Containing The Element Mercury; Ex. Mercurial Temper; Cf. Mood Meretricious : Flashy; Tawdry 2899 Merit : Deserve; Adj. Meritorious: Deserving Reward Or 2900 Praise

Merit : Good Quality Deserving Praise; Merits: Aspect Of Militate : Work Against 2901 Character Or Behavior Deserving Approval Or Disapproval; 2926 Ex. Judge Each Plan On Itown Merits; V: Deserve; Earn Mesa : High, Flat-Topped Hill Militia : Army Composed Of Ordinary Citizenrather Than 2902 2927 Professional Soldiers Mesmerize : Hypnotize

Millennium : Thousand-Year Period

2903

2928

Metallurgical : Pertaining To The Art Of Removing Metals 2904 From Ores

Mime : Pantomime(act Without Dialogue); Mimicry; 2929 Mimer; V: Mimic; Pantomime

Metamorphosis : Change Of Form; Ex. Metamorphosis Of Mime : Pantomime(act Without Dialogue); Mimicry; 2905 Caterpillar To Butterfly; V: Metamorphose: Change By 2930 Mimer; V: Mimic; Pantomime Metamorphosis Metaphor : Implied Comparison Mimicry : Imitation 2906 2931 Metaphysical : Pertaining To Speculative Philosophy

Minaret : Slender Tower Attached To A Mosque

2907

2932

Mete : Measure; Distribute; Administer; Ex. Mete Out 2908 Justice/punishment

2933

Minatory : Menacing; Threatening

Mete : Measure; Distribute; Administer; Ex. Mete Out 2909 Justice/punishment

Mincing : Affectedly Dainty(delicate); V: Mince: Cut (esp. 2934 Meat) Into Very Small Pieces; Walk With Exaggerated Primness; Walk Iaunnatural Way, Taking Little Short Meteoric : Like A Meteor; Swift; Momentarily Brilliant; Ex. Mingle : Mix Together In Close Association 2910 Meteoric Rise To Fame; N: Meteor 2935 Meter : Arrangement Of Wordin The Form Of Poetry (by 2911 Accentual Rhythm)

Miniature : Small Model; Small Painting; Adj: Small 2936

Methodical : Systematic; N: Method: Systematic Method Minion : Servile Dependent; Obsequious Follower 2912 Of Procedure 2937 Methodical : Systematic; N: Method: Systematic Method Minuscule : Extremely Small 2913 Of Procedure 2938 Methodological : Systematic

Minuscule : Extremely Small

2914

2939

Meticulous : Excessively Careful; Painstaking; 2915 Scrupulous

2940

Metrical : Metric; Written In The Form Of Poetry; Ex. 2916 Metrical Translation Of Homer

2941

Minute : Extremely Small Minutiae : Petty Details

Metropolis : Large City 2917

Mirage : Unreal Reflection; Optical Illusion 2942

Mettle : Courage; Spirit

2919

Mire : Entangle; Stick Iswampy Ground; Stick Or Sink 2943 Imire; N: Bog; Deep Mud; Ex. Sucked Deeper Into The Mire Mirth : Merriment; Laughter 2944

Microcosm : Small Representative World; World In 2920 Miniature; Ex. Microcosm Of English Society

Misadventure : Mischance; Ill Luck; Ex. Death By 2945 Misadventure

2918 Miasma : Swamp Gas; Odor Of Decaying Matter

Mien : Demeanor; Bearing 2921

Misapprehenison : Error; Misunderstanding 2946

Mignon : A Servile Dependent

Miscegenation : Intermarriage Between Races

2922

2947

Migrant : Changing Its Habitat; Wandering; Ex. Migrant 2923 Birds/workers; N: One That Migrates

2948

Miscellaneous : Made Up Of A Variety Of Parts

Migratory : Wandering

Miscellany : Mixture Of Writings On Various Subjects

2924

2949

Milieu : Social Environment; Means Of Expression; Ex. 2925 Feel Out Of One's Milieu; Ex. His Proper Milieu Is Watercolor.

Mischief : Behavior (of Children) Causing Trouble With No 2950 Seriouharm; Damage; Harm; Ex. Mischief To The Crops; Adj. Mischievous: Causing Mischief; Playfully

Misconduct : Immoral Behavior; Bad Management; V: 2951

Modulation : Toning Down; Changing From One Key To 2976 Another

Misconstrue : Interpret Incorrectly; Misjudge

Mogul : Powerful Person

2952

2977

Miscreant : Wretch; Wrongdoer; Villain; Ex. Kindness To 2953 The Miscreant; Cf. Believe

Molecule : The Smallest Part Of A Homogeneous 2978 Substance In Chemistry

Misdemeanor : Minor Crime 2954

Mollify : Soothe 2979

Misdemeanor : Minor Crime 2955

Mollify : Soothe 2980

Miserly : Stingy; Mean 2956

Mollycoddle : Pamper; Coddle; Baby; Indulge Excessively 2981

Misgivings : Doubts 2957

Mollycoddle : Pamper; Coddle; Baby; Indulge Excessively 2982

Mishap : Accident 2958

Molt : Shed Or Cast Off Hair Of Feathers 2983

Misnomer : Wrong Name; Incorrect Designation 2959

Molten : Melted; Ex. Moltelava 2984

Misogamy : Hatred Of Marriage 2960

Molten : Melted 2985

Misogamy : Hatred Of Marriage 2961

Momentous : Very Important 2986

Misogynist : Hater Of Women 2962

Monarchy : Government Under A Single Ruler 2987

Missile : Object To Be Thrown Or Projected 2963

Monastic : Related To Monks 2988

Mite : Very Small Object Or Creature; Small Coin 2964

Monetary : Pertaining To Money 2989

2965

Mite : Very Small Object Or Creature; Small Coin

Mongrel : Plant Or Animal (esp. A Dog) Of Mixed Breed; 2990 Adj.

Mitigate : Appease; Moderate; Make Or Become Less In 2966 Force Or Intensity

2991

Monochromatic : Having Only One Color

Mnemonic : Pertaining To Memory 2967

Monochrome : Painting In Only One Color; Adj. 2992

Mobile : Movable; Not Fixed 2968

Monochrome : Painting In Only One Color; Adj. 2993

Mock : Ridicule; Deride 2969

Monogram : Design Composed Of One Or More Initialof A 2994 Name; V:

Mode : Prevailing Style; Current Fashion; Manner; Way Of Monograph : Scholarly Article 2970 Doing Something; Ex. In The Latest Mode; Ex. Simple 2995 Mode Of Life Modicum : Limited Quantity; Small Amount; Ex. He Does Monolithic : Solidly Uniform; Unyielding 2971 Not Have A Modicum Of Sense; Cf. Moderate 2996 Modicum : Limited Quantity; Small Amount; Ex. He Does Monotheism : Belief In One God 2972 Not Have A Modicum Of Sense; Cf. Moderate 2997 Modish : Fashionable 2973 Modulate : Tone Dowiintensity; Change The Intensity Or 2974 Tone Of; Regulate; Change From One Musical Key To Another; Ex. Modulate From E To G Modulate : Tone Dowiintensity; Change The Intensity Or 2975 Tone Of; Regulate; Change From One Musical Key To Another; Ex. Modulate From E To G

Monotheism : Belief In One God 2998 Monotony : Sameness Leading To Boredom 2999 Monumental : Massive 3000

Moodiness : Fits Of Depression Or Gloom 3001

Multifarious : Varied; Greatly Diversified; Ex. Multifarious 3026 Activities

Moor : Marshy Wasteland 3002

Multiform : Having Many Forms 3027

Moot : Debatable 3003 Moratorium : Legal Delay Of Payment Or Action; Ex. 3004 Declare Moratorium Othe Building Of New Houses Morbid : Giveto Unwholesome Or Unhealthy Thought; 3005 Moody; Characteristic Of Disease; Ex. Morbid Curiosity; N: Morbidity; Cf. Disease Morbid : Giveto Unwholesome Or Unhealthy Thought; 3006 Moody; Characteristic Of Disease; Ex. Morbid Curiosity; N: Morbidity; Cf. Disease Mordant : Biting; Sarcastic; Stinging; (apprec.) Incisive; 3007 Cutting; Ex. Mordant Pen/wit

Multilingual : Having Many Languages; Fluent In Several 3028 Languages Multiplicity : State Of Being Numerous Or Multiple; Large 3029 Number; Ex. Multiplicity Of Details; Adj. Multiple: Of More Than One Element Mundane : Worldly As Opposed To Spiritual; Everyday; Of 3030 The Ordinary; Ex. Mundane Existence; Cf. World Munificent : Very Generous In Giving; Ex. Munificent 3031 Benefactor; N: Munificence Mural : Wall Painting 3032

Mores : Conventions; Moral Standards; Moral Customs

Murkiness : Darkness; Gloom

3008

3033

Morgue : Mortuary; Place Where Bodieare Kept Before 3009 Burial Or Cremation

Murky : Dark And Gloomy; Thick With Fog; Vague; Ex. 3034 Murky Night/fog; N: Murk: Partial Or Complete Darkness; Gloom Murmur : Low, Indistinct, Continuousound; V: Cf. Mumble 3035

Moribund : At The Point Of Death 3010 Morose : Ill-Humored; Sullen

Muse : Ponder

3011

3036

Mortar : Vessel In Which Substanceare Crushed With A 3012 Pestle

Muster : Gather; Assemble (troops); Ex. Muster Up One's 3037 Strength For The Ordeal; N:

Mortar : Vessel In Which Substanceare Crushed With A 3013 Pestle

3038

Musty : Stale; Spoiled By Age

Mortician : Undertaken 3014

Mutable : Changing In Form; Fickle 3039

Mortify : Humiliate By Embarrassing Excessively; Shame; Mutable : Changing In Form; Fickle 3015 Punish The Flesh; Discipline (one's Body) By Self-Denial; 3040 Ex. Mortified By Her Blunder; Ex. Mortify The Flesh; Cf. Mote : Small Speck Mute : Silent; Without Speech; Not Pronounced; Unable 3016 3041 To Speak; N: One Who Iincapable Of Speech; V: Soften The Sound, Color, Shade Of Motif : Theme; Recurrent Thematic Element Ia Musical Or Muted : Silent; Muffled; Toned Down; Ex. Muted Traffic 3017 Literary Work; Single Or Repeated Pattern; Figure 3042 Noise Motility : Ability To Move Spontaneously; Adj. Motile: 3018 Moving Spontaneously Motley : Parti-Colored; Mixed

Mutilate : Maim; Injure Lastingly; Deprive Of A Limb Or 3043 Aessential Part

3019

Mutinous : Unruly; Rebellious; Ex. Mutinous Teenagers; 3044 N: Mutiny: Operebellion; Cf. Mutineer

Mottled : Blotched Icoloring; Spotted; Ex. Mottled Face; 3020 V: Mottle: Mark With Blotches Of Different Colors

Mutter : Utter (complaining Words) Indistinctly In Low 3045 Tones

Motto : Brief Statement Used To Expresa Principle 3021

Myopic : Nearsighted 3046

Mountebank : Charlatan; Boastful Pretender 3022

Myopic : Nearsighted 3047

Muddle : Confuse; Mix Up 3023 Muggy : Warm And Damp 3024

Myriad : Very Large Number 3048 Mystic : Of Hidden Meaning And Spiritual Power; Ex. 3049 Mystic Ceremonies; N: Cf. Mysticism

Mulct : Defraud A Persoof Something; Swindle; Ex. Mulct Nadir : Lowest Point; Point Othe Celestial Sphere 3025 The Boy Of His Legacy 3050 Diametrically Opposite The Zenith

Naivety : Quality Of Being Unsophisticated 3051

Nepotism : Favoritism (to A Relative) 3076

Narcissist : Conceited Person

Nettle : Annoy; Vex

3052

3077

Narrative : Related To Telling A Story; N: Narrated 3053 Account; Story; V: Narrate: Tell (a Story); Cf. Narration

3078

Neutral : Impartial; Not Supporting One Side Over Another

Nascent : Incipient; Coming Into Being Or Existence; Ex. Nexus : Connection 3054 Nascent Ability Imusic 3079 Natation : Swimming

Nib : Beak; Pen Point

3055

3080

Natty : Neatly Or Smartly Dressed; Dapper; Smart; Ex. 3056 Natty Dresser

Nicety : Precision; Accuracy; Minute Distinctioor 3081 Difference; Ex. To A Nicety: Exactly; Precisely; Ex. Distinguish Betweeniceties Nicety : Precision; Accuracy; Minute Distinctioor 3082 Difference; Ex. To A Nicety: Exactly; Precisely; Ex. Distinguish Betweeniceties Niggardly : Meanly Stingy; Parsimonious 3083

Nausea : Feeling Of Sicknesand Desire To Vomit; 3057 Disgust; Cf. Seasickness Nauseate : Cause To Become Sick; Fill With Disgust 3058 Nauseous : Causing Nausea; Feeling Nausea 3059 Nautical : Pertaining To Ships Or Navigation 3060 Nave : Main Body Of A Church 3061 Nave : Main Body Of A Church 3062

Niggle : Spend Too Much Time Ominor Points (esp. 3084 Whefinding Fault); Find Fault; Ex. Niggle Over Details; Adj. Niggling Nihilism : Denial Of Traditional Values; Absolute 3085 Skepticism Nihilist : One Who Considers Traditional Beliefs To Be 3086 Groundless And Existence Meaningless; Absolute Skeptic; Revolutionary Terrorist; Cf. Nihilism: Belief That Nimble : Quick In Movement; Agile; Quick In 3087 Understanding; Ex. Nimble Climber/mind

Navigable : (of A Body Of Water) Wide And Deep Enough Nip : Snip Off; Stop Something's Growth Or Development; 3063 To Allow Ships To Pass Through; (of A Ship Or Aircraft) 3088 Bite; Make Numb With Cold; Ex. Nip The Plan; Ex. A Able To Be Steered Guard Dog Nipped The Postman; Ex. Fingers Nipped By Nebula : Diffuse Masof Interstellar Dust Or Gas; Galaxy Nirvana : In Buddhist Teachings, The Ideal State In Which 3064 3089 The Individual Loses Himself In The Attainment Of Impersonal Beatitude Nebulous : Vague; Hazy; Cloudy; Of A Nebula; Ex. Nocturnal : Done Or Active At Night; Ex. Nocturnal 3065 Nebulous Proposal 3090 Animals/raids; Cf. Nocturne Necromancy : Black Magic; Dealings With The Dead 3066

Noisome : Foul Smelling; Unwholesome 3091

Nefarious : Very Wicked

Nomadic : Wandering

3067

3092

Negate : Cancel Out; Nullify; Cause To Have No Effect; 3068 Deny; N: Negation

3093

Nomenclature : Terminology; System Of Names

Negation : Denial 3069

Nomenclature : Terminology; System Of Names 3094

Negation : Denial 3070

Nomenclature : Terminology; System Of Names 3095

Negligence : Carelessness 3071 Negligible : So Small, Trifling, Or Unimportant As To Be 3072 Easily Disregarded Nemesis : Revenging Agent 3073

Nonchalance : Indifference; Lack Of Concern; Composure; 3096 Adj. Nonchalant: Unconcerned; Cool; Indifferent; Ex. Nonchalant Attitude To His Debts Noncommittal : Neutral; Unpledged; Undecided 3097 Nondescript : Undistinctive; Ordinary; Ordinary-Looking; 3098 Ex. Nondescript Fellow Ia Crowd

Neologism : New Or Newly Coined Word Or Phrase 3074

Nonentity : Person Of No Importance; Nonexistence 3099

Neophyte : Recent Convert; Beginner 3075

Nonplus : Bring To A Halt Confusion 3100

Nonsense : Speech Or Writing With No Meaning; Foolish Obeisance : Bow (to Show Respect And Obedience) 3101 Behavior Or Language; Ex. Make (a) Nonsense Of: Spoil; 3126 Cause To Fail Noose : Loop Formed In A Rope Obelisk : Tall Column Tapering And Ending A Pyramid 3102 3127 Nostalgia : Homesickness; Longing For The Past; Ex. 3103 Nostalgia For The Clothes Of 1920s; Adj. Nostalgic

Obese : Fat 3128

Nostrum : Questionable Medicine

Obfuscate : Confuse; Muddle

3104

3129

Notable : Conspicuous; Worthy Of Note; Remarkable; 3105 Important; Distinguished; Noted

3130

Obituary : Death Notice

Notch : V-Shaped Cut In A Surface; V:

Objective : Goal; Aim

3106

3131

Nourish : Provide With Food Necessary For Life And 3107 Growth

3132

Nova : Star That Suddenly Becomemuch Brighter And 3108 Then Returnto Itoriginal Brightness

3133

Novelty : Something New; Newness 3109 Novice : Beginner 3110

Objective : Not Influenced By Emotions; Fair Obligatory : Binding; Required Oblique : Indirect; Slanting (deviating From The 3134 Perpendicular Or From A Straight Line); Ex. Oblique Reference Obliterate : Destroy Completely; Wipe Out; Ex. Obliterate 3135 The Village

Noxious : Harmful 3111

Oblivion : Forgetfulness 3136

Nugatory : Worthless; Futile 3112

Oblivious : Inattentive Or Unmindful; Unaware; Wholly 3137 Absorbed; Forgetful(having The Habit Of Forgetting)

Nugatory : Worthless; Futile 3113

Obloquy : Slander; Disgrace; Infamy 3138

Nullify : To Make Invalid

Obnoxious : Offensive; Disagreeable; Ex. Obnoxious 3139 Smell

Numismatist : Person Who Collects Coins

Obnoxious : Offensive; Disagreeable; Ex. Obnoxious 3140 Smell

3114 3115 Nuptial : Related To Marriage 3116

Obsequious : Slavishly Attentive; Servile; Sycophantic 3141

Nuptial : Related To Marriage 3117

Obsequy : Funeral Ceremony 3142

Nurse : Suckle; Take Care Of (aa Nurse); Bear In Mind; 3118 Ex. Nursing Mother; Ex. Nurse A Hope/grudge Against Someone Nurture : Bring Up; Feed; Educate 3119

Obsession : Fixed Idea; Continued Brooding 3143

3120

Obsessive : Related To Thinking About Something 3144 Constantly; Of An Obsession; Preoccupying; N: Obsession: Compulsive Preoccupation With A Fixed Idea; Obsolete : Outmoded 3145

Nutrition : Procesof Nourishing Or Being Nourished; Cf. 3121 Malnutrition

Obstetrician : Physician Specializing In Delivery Of 3146 Babies

Nutrition : Procesof Nourishing Or Being Nourished; Cf. 3122 Malnutrition

Obstinate : Stubborn; Hard To Control Or Treat; Ex. 3147 Obstinate Cough; N: Obstinacy

Nutrient : Providing Nourishment

Oaf : Stupid; Awkward Person 3123 Oath : Solemn Promise; Blasphemouuse Of Sacred 3124 Wordto Expresstrong Feelings; Swear-Word; Ex. ``for Christ'sake'' Oatmeal : Crushed Oatused For Making Porridge 3125

Obstinate : Stubborn 3148 Obstreperous : Boisterous; Noisy 3149 Obtrusive : Pushed Forward 3150

Obtuse : Blunt; Stupid 3151

Onslaught : Vicious Assault; Fierce Attack; Ex. 3176 Unexpected Onslaught Of The Enemy

Obviate : Make Unnecessary; Get Rid Of; Ex. Obviate The Onus : Burden; Responsibility 3152 Need 3177 Obviate : Make Unnecessary; Get Rid Of; Ex. Obviate The Ooze : (of A Thick Liquid) Pasor Flow Slowly; N: Mud Or 3153 Need 3178 Thick Liquid Aat The Bottom Of A River 3154

Occident : The West

Ooze : (of A Thick Liquid) Pasor Flow Slowly; N: Mud Or 3179 Thick Liquid Aat The Bottom Of A River

Occlude : Shut; Close; Obstruct; Ex. A Blood Clot 3155 Occluded Aartery.

3180

Occlude : Shut; Close; Obstruct; Ex. A Blood Clot 3156 Occluded Aartery.

3181

Opalescent : Iridescent Opalescent : Iridescent

Occult : Mysterious; Secret; Supernatural 3157

Opaque : Dark; Not Transparent 3182

Oculist : Physician Who Specializes In Treatment Of The Opiate : Sleep Producer; Deadener Of Pain 3158 Eyes 3183 Odds : Chances; Probability; Disagreement; Ex. The 3159 Oddare That It Will Rain. Ex. At Oddwith Odious : Hateful 3160

Opportune : Timely; Well Chosen 3184 Opportunist : Individual Who Sacrifices Principles For 3185 Expediency By Taking Advantage Of The Circumstances

Odious : Arousing Strong Dislike; Hateful(causing Hatred); Optician : Maker And Seller Of Eyeglasses 3161 Vile 3186 Odium : Repugnance; Dislike 3162

Optimum : Most Favorable 3187

Odoriferous : Giving Off An Odor 3163

Optional : Not Compulsory; Left To One's Choice 3188

Odorous : Having An Odor 3164

Optometrist : One Who Fits Glasses To Remedy Visual 3189 Defects

Odyssey : Long, Eventful Journey

Opulence : Wealth

3165

3190

Offhand : Casual; Done Without Prior Thought Or 3166 Preparation

3191

Ogle : Look At Amorously; Make Eyes At; Ex. Old 3167 Meogling Young Girls

3192

Oracular : Foretelling; Mysterious Oratorio : Dramatic Poem Set To Music

Olfactory : Concerning The Sense Of Smell 3168

Ordain : Command; Arrange; Consecrate 3193

Ominous : Threatening

Ordeal : Severe Trial Or Affliction; Difficult Experience; 3194 Trial(test Of Patience Or Endurance); Affliction

Omnipotent : All-Powerful

Ordeal : Severe Trial Or Affliction; Difficult Experience; 3195 Trial(test Of Patience Or Endurance); Affliction

3169 3170 Omnipresent : Universally Present; Ubiquitous 3171

Ordinance : Decree 3196

3172

Omniscient : All-Knowing

Ordination : Ceremony Conferring Holy Orders; Ceremony 3197 Of Ordaining A Priest

Omnivorous : Eating Both Plant And Animal Food; 3173 Devouring Everything

Orgy : Wild Drunkerevelry; Unrestrained Indulgence 3198 Iaactivity; Ex. Orgy Of Shopping

Onerous : Burdensome

Orient : Get One's Bearings; Adjust

3174

3199

Onomatopoeia : Words Formed In Imitation Of Natural 3175 Sounds

3200

Orientation : Act Of Finding Oneself In Society

Ornate : Excessively Decorated 3201 Ornithologist : Scientific Student Of Birds 3202

Oversee : Watch Over And Direct; Supervise; N: 3226 Oversight: Unintentional Failure To Notice Or Do Something; Supervision Overt : Open To View ; No Secret 3227

Ornithology : Study Of Birds 3203

Overthrow : Topple; N: 3228

Orthodox : Traditional; Conservative In Belief 3204 Orthodox : Traditional; Conservative In Belief 3205 Orthography : Correct Spelling 3206 Ossify : Change Or Harden Into Bone 3207

Overture : Musical Introduction To A Long Musical Piece; 3229 First Offer Or Proposal (to Begin Talkin The Hope Of Reaching An Agreement); Ex. Overturefor Peace Overturn : Turn Over; Capsize; Topple 3230 Overwhelm : (of Water) Cover Completely; Defeat 3231 Completely By Much Greater Force; Ex. Overwhelmed By Grief Overwrought : Nervous Or Excited; Extremely Agitated; 3232 Hysterical; Wrought-Up; Cf. Wrought: Made Or Done

Ostensible : Apparent; Appearing As Such; Ovoid : Egg-Shaped 3208 Professed(pretended); Pretended; Ex. Ostensible Purpose 3233 Of The Expedition Ostentatious : Showy; Pretentious Pachyderm : Thick-Skinned Animal 3209 3234 Ostentatious : Showy; Pretentious 3210 Ostracize : Banish From A Group; Exclude From Public 3211 Favor; Ban; Ex. His Friends Ostracized Him. N: Ostracism Ostracize : Banish From A Group; Exclude From Public 3212 Favor; Ban; Ex. His Friends Ostracized Him. N: Ostracism Oust : Expel; Drive Out 3213

Pacify : Soothe; Make Calm Or Quiet; Subdue; Bring 3235 Peace To Padre : Chaplain (in The Armed Forces) 3236 Paean : Song Of Praise Or Joy; Ex. Paeans Celebrating 3237 The Victory Painstaking : Showing Hard Work; Taking Great Care 3238

Outcast : One That Habeen Excluded From A Society; 3214 Adj.

3239

Outfit : Clothing Or Equipment For A Special Purpose; 3215 Ex. Cowboy Outfit

3240

Outlandish : Bizarre; Peculiar; Unconventional 3216

Palatable : Agreeable; Pleasing To The Taste Palate : Roof Of The Mouth; Sense Of The Taste Paleontology : Study Of Prehistoric Life Or Fossils; Cf. 3241 Paleo-: Ancient Or Prehistoric; Ex. Paleography: Study Of Ancient Writtedocuments Palette : Board On Which Painter Mixes Pigments 3242

Outlaw : Fugitive From The Law (excluded From Legal 3217 Protection); V: Declare (someone) To Be An Outlaw; Deprive Of The Protection Of The Law; Declare Illegal; Ex. Outlook : Point Of View; View From A Particular Place; Palimpsest : Parchment Or Piece Of Writing 3218 Expectation For The Future; Prospect; Ex. Outlook On 3243 Used For Second Time After Original Writing Life; Ex. Pleasing Outlook; Ex. Weather Outlook Beeerased Outmoded : No Longer In Fashion Or Use; No Longer Palimpsest : Parchment Or Piece Of Writing 3219 Stylish; Old-Fashioned 3244 Used For Second Time After Original Writing Beeerased Outrage : Act Of Extreme Violence Or Viciousness; Pall : Grow Tiresome 3220 Resentful Anger; V: Commit An Outrage On; Produce 3245 Anger In; Adj. Outrageous: Offensive Outskirts : Fringes; Outer Borders (as Of A City); Ex. Pallet : Small Poor Bed; Ex. Straw Pallet 3221 Outskirts Of Boston 3246 Outspoken : Candid; Blunt 3222

Material Has Material Has

Pallid : Pale; Wan; Ex. Pallid Complexion 3247

Outstrip : Outrun; Surpass; Outdo

Palm : Conceal In The Palm Of The Hand; Palm Off: 3248 Pasoff; Ex. Palm Off Some Bad Orangeonto The Lady/the Painting Aa Real Renoir Overbearing : Bossy; Domineering And Arrogant; Palpable : Tangible; (of Something Bad) Easily 3224 Decisively Important; Ex. Overbearing Manner/importance; 3249 Perceptible; Obvious; Ex. Palpable Blunder V: Overbear: Dominate Overblown : Inflated; Exaggerated Palpitate : Throb; Beat Rapidly; Flutter; Tremble; Ex. Her 3225 3250 Heart Begato Palpitate. 3223

Paltry : Insignificant; Petty; Trifling; Contemptible; Ex. 3251 Paltry Sum; Cf. Trash

Paranoiac : Mentally Unsound Person Suffering From 3276 Delusions

Pan : Criticize Harshly

Paranoiac : Mentally Unsound Person Suffering From 3277 Delusions

Panacea : Cure-All; Remedy For All Diseases

Paranoiac : Mentally Unsound Person Suffering From 3278 Delusions

3252 3253

Panache : Flair; Manner Of Doing Things Without Any Paranoiac : Mentally Unsound Person Suffering From 3254 Difficulty (causing Admiration); Flamboyance; Bunch Of 3279 Delusions Feathers (oa Helmet); Ex. With Great Panache; Cf. Pandemic : Widespread; Affecting The Majority Of People Paraphrase : Restate A Passage In One's Own Words 3255 3280 While Retaining The Thought Of The Author Pandemonium : Wild Tumult(commotion); Wild Noisy 3256 Disorder; Cf. Paradise Lost

Parasite : Animal Or Plant Living On Another; Toady; 3281 Sycophant

Pandemonium : Wild Tumult(commotion); Wild Noisy 3257 Disorder; Cf. Paradise Lost

3282

Pandemonium : Wild Tumult(commotion); Wild Noisy 3258 Disorder; Cf. Paradise Lost

3283

Pandemonium : Wild Tumult(commotion); Wild Noisy 3259 Disorder; Cf. Paradise Lost

Parchment : Writing Material Made From The Skin Of A 3284 Sheep Or Goat

Pander : Cater To The Low Desires Of Others

Parched : Extremely Dry; Very Thirsty Parched : Extremely Dry; Very Thirsty

3260

Pare : Cut Away The Outer Covering Or Skin Of (with A 3285 Knife); Trim; Ex. Pare Apples/expenses

Panegyric : Formal Praise; Encomium; Ex. I Don't 3261 Deserve Such Panegyrics.

3286

Pang : Sudden Sharp Feeling Of Pain 3262

Pariah : Social Outcast; Ex. Mariah The Pariah Parish : Area In The Care Of A Single Priest And Served 3287 By One Main Church

Pang : Sudden Sharp Feeling Of Pain

Parity : Equality; Close Resemblance

3263

3288

Panorama : Comprehensive View; Unobstructed View In 3264 All Directions

Parlance : Language; Manner Of Speaking; Idiom; Ex. 3289 Ilegal/commoparlance

Papyrus : Ancient Paper Made From Stem Of Papyrus 3265 Plant

3290

Parley : Conference

Parable : Short, Simple Story Teaching A Moral 3266

Parley : Conference 3291

3267

Paradigm : Model; Example; Pattern

Parochial : Narrow In Outlook; Provincial; Related To 3292 Parishes

Paradox : Statement That Looks False But Is Actually 3268 Correct

3293

Parody : Humorous Imitation; Travesty

Paragon : Model Of Perfection; Ex. Paragon Of Virtue 3269

Parody : Humorous Imitation; Travesty 3294

Parallel : Similar; Analogous; Corresponding; N: Parallel 3270 Line; Person Or Thing That Iparallel (to Another); Similarity; Ex. Know Of No Parallel To The Case; Ex. Parallelism : State Of Being Parallel; Similarity 3271 Parameter : Limit; Independent Variable; Ex. Parameters 3272 Of The Problem; Ex. Withithe Parameters Of The Budget

Paroxysm : Fit Or Attack Of Pain, Laughter, Rage 3295 Parquet : Floor Made Of Wood Strips Inlaid Ia Mosaic 3296 Like Pattern; Cf. Strip: Long Narrow Piece Parry : Ward Off A Blow 3297

Paramount : Foremost In Importance; Supreme; Cf. Para-: Parry : Ward Off A Blow; Deflect; Ex. He Parried The 3273 Beyond; Above; Ex. Paranormal 3298 Unwelcome Question Very Skillfully; N: Paramour : Illicit Lover 3274

Parsimonious : Stingy; Excessively Frugal 3299

Paranoia : Chronic Form Of Insanity Marked By Delusions 3275

Parsimonious : Stingy; Excessively Frugal 3300

Parsimony : Stinginess; Excessive Frugality; Adj. 3301 Parsimonious

3326

Pauper : Very Poor Person

Partial : Incomplete; Biased; Having A Liking For 3302 Something

3327

Pauper : Very Poor Person

Partiality : Inclination; Bias 3303

Peccadillo : Slight Offense 3328

Partisan : One-Sided; Prejudiced; Committed To A Party 3304

Pecuniary : Pertaining To Money 3329

Partition : Divide Into Parts 3305

Pedagogue : Teacher; Dull And Formal Teacher 3330

Partition : Divide Into Parts 3306

Pedagogy : Teaching; Art Of Education 3331

Pass_off : Present Falsely; Represent Falsely To Be

Pedant : Scholar Who Overemphasizes Book Learning 3332 And Technicalities

Passe : Old-Fashioned; Past The Prime

Pedant : Scholar Who Overemphasizes Book Learning 3333 And Technicalities

Passive : Not Active; Acted Upon

Pedantic : Bookish; Showing Off Learning; Marked By 3334 Aexcessive Ostentatious Concerfor Book Learning; N: Pedantry Peddle : Travel About Selling (wares); Cf. Foot 3335

3307 3308 3309 Past : Old-Fashioned; Past The Prime 3310

Paste : Smooth Viscoumixture Aof Flour(powder Made By Pedestal : Support Or Base Afor A Pillar Or Statue 3311 Crushing Grain) And Water (used Aan Adhesive); V: 3336 Cause To Adhere By Applying Paste Pastiche : Imitation Of Another's Style In Musical Pedestrian : Ordinary; Dull; Unimaginative(lacking 3312 Composition Or Writing 3337 Iimagination); Going Ofoot; Ex. Pedestriaprose; N: Pastoral : Rural 3313 Pastry : Paste Of Flour And Water (eaten When Baked) 3314

Pedigree : Line Of Ancestors; Ancestry; Lineage; Adj. (of 3338 An Animal) Descended From Of A Chosen Family; Ex. Pedigree Dog; Cf. Crane'foot Pediment : Triangular Part Above Columns In Greek 3339 Buildings

Patent : Obvious; Easily Seen; Open For The Public To Peerless : Having No Equal; Incomparable 3315 Read; Of Or Protected By A Patent; Ex. Patent To 3340 Everyone; N: Pathetic : Causing Sadness, Compassion, Pity; Touching Peevish : Bad-Tempered; Irritable; V: Peeve: Make Angry 3316 3341 Pathological : Pertaining To Disease 3317

Pell-Mell : Iconfusion; Disorderly; Ex. Dash Pell-Mell 3342

Pathological : Pertaining To Disease

Pellucid : Transparent; Limpid; Easy To Understand

3318

3343

Pathos : Tender Sorrow; Pity; Quality Iart Or Literature 3319 That Produces These Feelings; Ex. Pathos That Runs Through The Novel Patois : Local Or Provincial Dialect 3320

Pen : Fenced Enclosure For Animals; Confining Space; 3344 Ex. Sheep Pen; V: Confine In A Pen; Enclose

Patriarch : Father And Ruler Of A Family Or Tribe 3321 Patrician : Noble; Aristocratic 3322

Penance : Self-Imposed Punishment For Sin; Ex. Do 3345 Penance For One's Sins; Cf. Penitent Penchant : Strong Inclination; Strong Liking (esp. For 3346 Something That Is Disapproved Of By Other People); Ex. Penchant For Fast Cars Pendant : Hanging Down From Something 3347

Patrimony : Property Inherited From A Father 3323 Patronize : Support; Act Superior Toward 3324 Paucity : Scarcity 3325

Pendant : Hanging Down From Something 3348 Pending : Not Yet Decided Or Settled; Impending; Ex. 3349 Pending Decision; Prep. While Awaiting; Until; Ex. Delay The Decision Pending Hireturn Pendulous : Hanging; Suspended 3350

Penetrate : Enter Into; Pierce; Permeate; See Through; 3351 Grasp The Inner Significance Of; Understand

Peroration : Conclusioof Aoration; Perorating; V: Perorate: 3376 Conclude A Speech; Speak At Great Length

Penitent : Repentant

Perpetrate : Commit An Offense

3352

3377

Penology : Study Of Prison Management And Criminal 3353 Rehabilitation

3378

Pensive : Dreamily Thoughtful; Thoughtful With A Hint Of 3354 Sadness

Perpetuate : Make Perpetual; Make Something Last For 3379 A Long Time; Preserve From Extinction; N: Perpetuity

Perpetual : Everlasting

Penury : Extreme Poverty 3355

Perquisite : Any Gain Above Stipulate Salary 3380

Peon : Unskilled Laborer; Drudge 3356 Perceptive : Insightful; Aware; Wise 3357

Persist : Continue In Existence; Last; Continue In A 3381 Course Of Action In Spite Of Opposition; Ex. Persist In/with Something; Adj. Persistent Personable : Attractive 3382

Percussion : Striking One Object Against Another Personify : Represent (an Inanimate Object) Aa Person; 3358 Sharply; Ex. Percussioinstrument; N: Striking Together Of 3383 Be The Embodiment Or Perfect Example Of; Ex. She Two Bodies; Sound Caused By Percussion Ievil/patience Personified; N: Personification Perdition : Damnation; Complete Ruin; Hell Personify : Represent (an Inanimate Object) Aa Person; 3359 3384 Be The Embodiment Or Perfect Example Of; Ex. She Ievil/patience Personified; N: Personification Peregrination : Journey Perspicacious : Having Insight; Penetrating; Astute 3360 3385 Peremptory : Demanding And Leaving No Choice; 3361 Imperative; Ex. Peremptory Decree/knock

Perspicuity : Clearness Of Expression; Freedom From 3386 Ambiguity

Perennial : Something That Is Continuing Or Recent

Perspicuous : (of Something) Plainly Expressed; Easy To 3387 Understand; Ex. Perspicuous Comments

Perfidious : Basely False

Pert : (esp. Of A Girl Or Young Woman) Impertinent; 3388 Forward; Trim; Jaunty; Ex. Pert Young Miss/hat

3362 3363 Perfidy : Violation Of A Thrust 3364

Pertinacious : Stubborn; Persistent 3389

Perforate : Pierce; Put A Hole Through 3365

Pertinent : Suitable; To The Point 3390

Perfunctory : Done Routinely And With Little Care; 3366 Superficial; Not Thorough; Lacking Interest, Care, Or Enthusiasm; Ex. Perfunctory Kiss Perigee : Point Of Moon's Orbit When It Is Nearest The 3367 Earth; Cf. Apogee

Perturb : Disturb Greatly 3391 Perturbation : Agitation 3392

Perimeter : Outer Boundary

Perusal : Reading

3368

3393

Peripheral : Of A Periphery; Marginal; Outer; Of Minor 3369 Importance; Not Central; Ex. Peripheral Nerve/interest

3394

Peruse : Read Through With Care;

Periphery : Edge, Especially Of A Round Surface 3370

Pervasive : Spread Throughout; Permeating 3395

Perjury : False Testimony While Under Oath 3371

Perverse : Stubborn; Intractable 3396

Permeable : Porous; Allowing Passage Through 3372

Perversion : Corruption; Turning From Right To Wrong 3397

Permeate : Pass Through; Spread

Perversity : Stubborn Maintenance Of A Wrong Cause

3373

3398

Permissive : Allowing Much Freedom; Lenient; Ex. 3374 Permissive Society

Pervert : Corrupt; Turn From Right To Wrong; Misuse; Ex. 3399 Perverted Sexual Desire/scientific Knowledge; N: Person Whose Sexual Behavior Inot Natural Pessimism : Belief That Life Is Basically Bad And Evil; 3400 Gloominess

Pernicious : Very Harmful; Deadly; Very Destructive; Ex. 3375 Pernicious Effect/anemia

Pestilential : Causing Plague; Baneful

Pied : Variegated; Multicolored

3401

3426

Pestle : Tool For Mashing Or Grinding Substances Ia 3402 Hard Bowl Or Mortar

3427

Petrify : Turn To Stone; Cause To Become Stonelike; 3403 Stuor Paralyze

Pigment : Coloring Matter (usually Powder To Be Mixed 3428 With Water Or Oil)

Piety : Religious Devotion; Godliness

Petty : Trivial; Unimportant; Very Small 3404

Pillage : Plunder 3429

Petulant : Touchy, Peevish 3405 Phalanx : Formation Of Infantry Carrying Overlapping 3406 Shieldand Long Spears; Group Of Men Packed Together (for Attack Or Defense) Pharisaical : Pertaining To The Pharisees, Who Paid 3407 Scrupulous Attention To The Tradition; Self-Righteous; Hypocritical Pharisee : Pharisee: Member Of An Ancient Jewish Group 3408 That Emphasized Strict Observance Of The Mosaic Law (considering Themselvevery Holy); Hypocritical SelfPhenomena : Observable Facts; Subjects Of Scientific 3409 Investigation; Sg. Phenomenon: Observable Fact; Very Unusual Person, Thing, Or Event; Marvel; Wonder; Cf. Phenomena : Observable Facts; Subjects Of Scientific 3410 Investigation; Sg. Phenomenon: Observable Fact; Very Unusual Person, Thing, Or Event; Marvel; Wonder; Cf. Philander : Make Love Lightly; Flirt 3411 Philanderer : Faithless Lover; Flirt 3412

Pillory : Punish By Placing In A Wooden Frame And 3430 Subjecting To Ridicule Pinch : Squeeze Between The Thumb And A Finger, Or 3431 Other Edges; Ex. I Had To Pinch Myself To Make Sure I Wasn't Dreaming. N: Amount That Can Be Held Between Pinion : Restrain 3432 Pinnacle : Peak; Highest Point; Acme; Ex. Pinnacle Of 3433 Fame Pious : Devout; Religious; N: Piety 3434 Piquant : Pleasantly Tart-Tasting; Spicy; Pleasantly 3435 Stimulating; Ex. Piquant Situatiowhemy Old Enemy Asked For My Help Pique : Irritation; Resentment From Wounded Pride (e.G. 3436 Loss In A Contest); V: Provoke; Arouse; Annoy; Cause To Feel Resentment; Ex. Pique Her Curiosity Piscatorial : Pertaining To Fishing; Cf. Pisces 3437

Philanderer : Faithless Lover; Flirt 3413

Pitfall : Hidden Danger; Concealed Trap 3438

3414

Philanthropist : Lover Of Mankind; Doer Of Good

Pith : Core Or Marrow; Spongelike Substance Ithe Center 3439 Of Stems; Essence; Substance

Philistine : Narrow-Minded Person, Uncultured And 3415 Exclusively Interested In Material Gain

3440

Pithy : Concise; Meaty

Philology : Study Of Language 3416

Pittance : Small Allowance Or Wage 3441

Phlegmatic : Calm; Not Easily Disturbed 3417

Pivotal : Crucial; Key; Vital 3442

Phobia : Morbid Fear 3418

Placebo : Harmless Substance Prescribed As A Dummy 3443 Pill

Phoenix : Symbol Of Immortality Or Rebirth; Ex. Phoenix Placid : Peaceful; Calm; Ex. Placid Child/lake 3419 Rising From Its Ashes 3444 Phylum : Major Classification, Second To Kingdom, Of Plagiarism : Theft Of Another's Ideas Or Writing Passed 3420 Plants And Animals; Category Ranking Below A Kingdom 3445 Off As Original And Above A Class; Division Physiognomy : Face Plagiarize : Steal Another's Ideas Or Writings And Pass 3421 3446 Them Off As One's Own; Ex. Ideas Plagiarized From My Article; N: Plagiarism; Cf. Kidnap Picaresque : Pertaining To Rogues In Literature Plaintive : Expressing Sorrow; Mournful; Ex. Plaintive 3422 3447 Song Picaresque : Pertaining To Rogues In Literature 3423 Piebald : Of Different Colors; Mottled; Spotted Idifferent 3424 Colors (esp. Iblack And White); Ex. Piebald Horse; Cf. Pie+bald Piecemeal : One Part At A Time; Gradually; Istages; Ex. 3425 Read A Novel Piecemeal

Plait : Braid; Interwine; Interweave Strands Or Lengths Of; 3448 Make By Weaving Strands Together; Ex. Plaited Hair; N: Braided Length As Of Hair Or Fabric; Cf. Pigtail, Ponytail Plane : Carpenter'tool For Smoothing And Leveling Wood; 3449 V: Cf. Flat Plaster : Paste That Hardento A Smooth Solid And Iused 3450 For Coating Walls; V:

Plasticity : Ability To Be Molded; Adj. Plastic: Capable Of Plummet : Fall Sharply; Fall Straight Down; Ex. Stock 3451 Being Shaped Or Molded; Ex. Plastic Material Such As 3476 Prices Plummeted. Clay Platitude : Trite Remark; Commonplace Statement Plutocracy : Society Ruled By The Wealthy 3452 3477 Platonic : Purely Spiritual; Theoretical; Without Sensual 3453 Desire Plaudit : Praise; Enthusiastic Approval; 3454 Round(successioor Series) Of Applause; Adj. Plauditory; Cf. Applaud Plauditory : Approving; Applauding 3455 Plausible : Having A Show Of Truth But Open To Doubt 3456 Plebeian : Common; Pertaining To The Common People 3457

Podiatrist : Doctor Who Treats Ailments Of The Feet 3478 Podium : Pedestal; Raised Platform 3479 Poignancy : Quality Of Being Deeply Moving; Keenness 3480 Of Emotion; Adj. Poignant: Touching; Deeply Moving; (of Sorrow, Grief, Etc.) Painful; Keenly Distressing To The Poise : Good Judgment With Composure; Balance; V: 3481 Place In A Carefully Balanced Position Polar : Of A Pole; Characterized By Opposite Extremes; 3482 Ex. Polar Opposites

Plebiscite : Expression Of The Will Of A People By Direct Polarity : State Of Having Two Opposite Qualities 3458 Election 3483 Plenary : (of Power) Complete; Full; Fully Attended By All Polarize : Split Into Opposite Extremes Or Camps 3459 Qualified Members; Ex. Plenary Power 3484 Plenipotentiary : Fully Empowered

Polemic : Controversy; Argument In Support Of Point Of 3485 View

Plenitude : Abundance; Completeness 3461

Polemical : Aggressive Iverbal Attack; Disputatious (rather 3486 Thasimply Expressing Opinions); A:(polemic);

Plethora : Excess; Overabundance; Ex. A Plethora Of 3462 Excuses

3487

3460

Politic : Expedient; Prudent; Well Devised

Pliable : Flexible; Easily Influenced; Yielding; Adaptable

Polity : (particular Form Of) Political Organization; Form 3488 Of Government Of Nation Or State; Ex. Student Polity

Pliable : Flexible; Easily Influenced; Yielding; Adaptable

Polyglot : Speaking Several Languages; Multilingual; Ex. 3489 Polyglot Person/society; N:

Pliant : Flexible; Easily Influenced

Pomposity : Self-Important Behavior; Acting Like A 3490 Stuffed Shirt

3463 3464 3465 Plight : Condition, State (especially A Bad State Or 3466 Condition); Predicament

Ploy : Stratagem To Gain An Advantage; Tactic; Ex. 3468 Management Ploy

Ponderous : Having Great Weight; Weighty; Unwieldy; 3491 Lacking Lightness; Dull; Ex. Ponderous Body/style Of Writing Ponderous : Having Great Weight; Weighty; Unwieldy; 3492 Lacking Lightness; Dull; Ex. Ponderous Body/style Of Writing Pontifical : Pertaining To A Bishop Or Pope; Pompous Or 3493 Pretentious; Cf. Pontiff: Pope; Bishop

Pluck : Courage; V: Pull Off Or Out; Pull Out The Hair Or 3469 Feathers Of; Adj. Plucky: Courageous; Brave

3494

Plight : Condition, State (especially A Bad State Or 3467 Condition); Predicament

Porous : Full Of Pores; Like A Sieve

Plumage : Feathers Of A Bird; 3470

Porous : Full Of Pores; Like A Sieve 3495

Plumage : Feathers Of A Bird; 3471

Porridge : Soft Food Made By Boiling Oatmeal 3496

Plumage : Feathers Of A Bird; 3472 Plumb : Exactly Vertical; N: Weight Othe End Of A Line; 3473 V: Examine Very Carefully Or Critically Iorder To Understand; Measure Depth (by Sounding); Ex. Plumb Plumber : One Who Installand Repairpipeand 3474 Plumbing(pipes) Plume : Feather, Esp. Large Or Showy One; Something 3475 That Riseinto The Air (like The Shape Of A Feather); Ex. Plume Of Smoke

Portend : Foretell; Presage 3497 Portent : Sign; Omen; Forewarning 3498 Portent : Sign; Omen; Forewarning 3499 Portly : Stately; Stout 3500

Pose : Assume A Particular Posture; Put Forward; 3501 Present; Affect A Particular Attitude (to Impresothers); Ex. Pose A Threat; N: Posterity : Descendants; Future Generations; Ex. Go 3502 Dowto Posterity; Cf. Posterior, Anterior Posthumous : After Death (as Of Child Borafter Father's 3503 Death Or Book Published After Author's Death); Coming Or Occurring After One's Death; Ex. Posthumous Postmortem : Autopsy; Adj: Occurring After Death; Of A 3504 Postmortem Postprandial : After Dinner 3505

Precept : Practical Rule Guiding Conduct; Ex. Mother's 3526 Precept Precinct : Division Of A City For Election Or Police 3527 Purposes; Precincts: Space That Surrounda Building; Ex. Precinctof The College Precipitate : Headlong; Rash 3528 Precipitous : Steep; Overhasty; Precipitate 3529 Precise : Abstract; Concise Summing Up Of Maipoints; 3530 Concise Summary Of A Text

Postulate : Self-Evident Truth 3506

Precise : Exact 3531

Postulate : Self-Evident Truth

Preclude : Make Impossible; Prevent; Exclude; Eliminate

3507

3532

Posture : Assume Aaffected Pose; Act Artificially; N: 3508 Pose; Attitude

3533

Precocious : Advanced In Development

Potent : Powerful; Persuasive; Greatly Influential 3509

Precursor : Forerunner 3534

Potentate : Monarch; Sovereign 3510 Potentate : Monarch; Sovereign 3511

Predator : Predatory Animal Or Bird; Predatory Person; 3535 Creature That Seizes And Devours Another Animal; Person Who Robs Or Exploits Others; Adj. Predatory: Predatory : Plundering 3536

Potion : Dose (of Liquid) 3512

Predecessor : Former Occupant Of A Post 3537

3513

Potpourri : Heterogeneous Mixture; Medley

Predetermine : Determine In Advance; Predestine; Settle 3538 Or Decide Beforehand; Influence Markedly

Poultice : Soothing Application Applied To Sore And 3514 Inflamed Portions Of The Body

3539

Practicable : Feasible 3515

Predilection : Partiality; Preference Predispose : Give Ainclinatiotoward (iadvance); Make 3540 Susceptible To; Ex. Predispose People To Certaicancer;

Practical : Based On Experience; Useful 3516

Preeminent : Outstanding; Superior 3541

Pragmatic : Practical (as Opposed To Idealistic); Preempt : Prevent Iadvance; Head Off(forestall); Forestall 3517 Concerned With Practical Worth Or Impact Of Something; 3542 By Acting First; Appropriate For Oneself Before Others; Ex. Pragmatic Test Of The Skill Supplant; Take The Place Of; Displace; Ex. Preempt Any Pragmatist : Practical Person Preen : Make Oneself Tidy Iappearance; Feel Self3518 3543 Satisfactioor Pride; (of A Bird) Smooth Or Clea(feathers) With The Beak; Ex. Preeoneself On; Cf. Prune Prance : Move About In A Spirited Manner (proudly And Prefatory : Introductory; Of A Preface 3519 Confidently) 3544 Prance : Move About In A Spirited Manner (proudly And 3520 Confidently)

Prefatory : Introductory; Of A Preface 3545

Prank : Mischievous Trick 3521

Prefatory : Introductory 3546

Prate : Speak Foolishly; Boast Idly

Prehensile : Capable Of Grasping Or Holding (esp. By 3547 Wrapping Around); Ex. Prehensile Tails

Prattle : Babble 3523

Prelate : Church Dignitary; Priest Of High Positioithe 3548 Church (esp. Bishop)

Precarious : Unsafe; Lacking Istability; Uncertain; Risky; 3524 Ex. Precarious Living

3549

3522

Prelude : Introduction; Forerunner

Precedent : Something Preceding In Time Which May Be Prelude : Introduction; Forerunner 3525 Used As An Authority Or Guide For Future Decision 3550

Premeditate : Plan In Advance; Ex. Premeditated Murder 3551 Premise : Assumption; Postulate 3552 Premonition : Forewarning 3553 Premonitory : Serving To Warn 3554 Prepossessing : Attractive; Cf. Preoccupying ? 3555 Preposterous : Absurd; Ridiculous 3556

Prime : Period Of Ideal Or Peak Condition; Earliest Or 3576 Beginning Stage; Ex. In The Prime Of Life; Ex. Prime Of The Year(spring); Adj: First In Importance Or Rank; First; Primogeniture : Seniority By Birth; State Of Being The 3577 First-Borchild; Right Of The Eldest Child (to Inherit The Entire Property Of One Or Both Parents) Primordial : Existing At The Beginning (of Time); 3578 Rudimentary Pristine : Unspoiled; Remaining 3579 Characteristic Of Earlier Times; Pristine Condition Pristine : Unspoiled; Remaining 3580 Characteristic Of Earlier Times; Pristine Condition Privation : Hardship; Want 3581

In A Pure State; Primitive; Ex. Old Book In In A Pure State; Primitive; Ex. Old Book In

Prerogative : Privilege; Unquestionable Right

Privy : Secret; Hidden; Not Public; Made A Participant In 3582 Something Secret; Ex. Privy Chamber Government; Ex. Be Privy To A Discussion; Cf. Private Presage : Foretell Probe : Explore With A Probe Or Tools; Investigate; N: 3558 3583 Slender Instrument Used To Explore A Wound Or Body Cavity; Device Designed To Investigate An Unknown Prescience : Ability To Foretell The Future; Knowledge Of Probity : Uprightness; Incorruptibility 3559 Actions Before They Occur; Adj. Prescient 3584 3557

Presentiment : Premonition; Foreboding 3560 Prestige : Impression Produced By Achievements Or 3561 Reputation Presume : Take For Granted; Assume; Act 3562 Overconfidently; Take Liberties; Presume On/upon: Take Unfair Advantage Of (someone'kindnesor Connection); N: Presumptuous : Arrogant; Taking Liberties 3563

Problematic : Causing A Problem; Opeto Doubt; Doubtful; 3585 Unsettled; Questionable; Ex. Whether The Arena Will Ever Be Completed Is Problematic. Proboscis : Long Snout; Nose 3586 Proclivity : Inclination; Natural Tendency 3587 Procrastinate : Postpone; Delay 3588

Pretend : Feign; Pretend To: Claim To Possess; Make Procurement : Obtaining; V: Procure: Obtain By Effort; 3564 Pretensionto; Ex. I Don't Pretend To Much Expertise; N: 3589 Obtain (a Prostitute) For Another Pretense Pretension : Pretentiousness; Claim (without Foundation); Prod : Poke; Stir Up; Urge 3565 Ex. I Make No Pretensionto Skill Aan Artist. 3590 Pretension : Pretentiousness; Claim (without Foundation); Prodigal : Wasteful; Reckless With Money; Profuse; Ex. 3566 Ex. I Make No Pretensionto Skill Aan Artist. 3591 A Mind Prodigal Of Ideas; N: Prodigality Preternatural : Beyond What Is Normal In Nature; 3567 Supernatural; Ex. Preternatural Strength/forces

Prodigy : Marvel; Highly Gifted Child 3592

Pretext : Excuse 3568

Profane : Violate; Desecrate 3593

Prevail : Be Widespread; Triumph Over; Gaivictory; Prevail Profligate : Dissipated; Wasteful; Licentious 3569 On: Persuade; Induce; Ex. Justice Has Prevailed; Ex. 3594 Prevail Osomeone To Do Something Prevalent : Widespread; Generally Accepted Profound : Deep; Not Superficial; Complete; Ex. Profound 3570 3595 Thinker/remark/silence/deafness; N: Profundity Prevaricate : Lie 3571 Prey : Target Of A Hunt; Victim; V: Hunt And Eat As 3572 Prey; Victimize; Ex. Cats Prey On Mice.

Profusion : Great Amount; Plenty; Overabundance; 3596 Excess; Lavish Expenditure; Ex. Profusion Of Choices; Adj. Profuse: Plentiful; Copious; Giving Or Given Progenitor : Ancestor 3597

Prim : Very Precise And Formal; Exceedingly Proper 3573

Prognosis : Forecasted Course Of A Disease; Prediction 3598

Primal : First In Rank Or Importance; Being First In Time; Prognosticate : Predict 3574 Original; Ex. Man'primal Innocence 3599 Primary : First In Rank Or Importance; Principal; Earliest 3575 In Time; Ex. Primary Stages; N: Cf. First

Prohibitive : So High As To Prohibit Purchase Or Use; 3600 Tending To Prevent The Purchase Or Use Of Something; Prohibiting; Inclined To Prevent Or Forbid; Ex. Prohibitive

Projectile : Missile

Propound : Put Forth For Consideration Or Analysis; Set 3626 Forth; Ex. Propound A Problem/theory

Proletarian : Member Of The Working Class

Propound : Put Forth For Consideration Or Analysis; Set 3627 Forth; Ex. Propound A Problem/theory

3601 3602 Proletarian : Member Of The Working Class 3603

Propriety : Fitness; Correct Conduct 3628

Proliferation : Rapid Growth; Spread; Multiplication

Propulsive : Driving Forward

3604

3629

Prolixity : Tedious Wordiness; Verbosity; Adj. Prolix: 3605 Wordy; Verbose; Diffuse

3630

Prologue : Introduction (to A Poem Or Play) 3606

Proselytize : Convert To A Religion Or Belief Prosody : Art Of Versification; Study Of The Metrical 3631 Structure Of Verse

Prolong : Lengthen; Extend; Draw Out

Prosody : The Art Of Versification

3607

3632

Prominent : Protruding(sticking Out); Conspicuous; 3608 Notable; Eminent

Prosper : Become Successful (esp. Financially); Thrive; 3633 Grow Well; Ex. Children Prospering Under Hicare

Promiscuous : Mixed Indiscriminately; Indiscriminate; Not Prosperity : Good Fortune And Financial Success; 3609 Choosing Carefully; Indiscriminate Ithe Choice Of Sexual 3634 Physical Well-Being Partners; Irregular, Particularly Sexually; Ex. Promontory : Headland Prosperity : Good Fortune And Financial Success; 3610 3635 Physical Well-Being Promote : Advance Irank; Advance; Help To Flourish; Prostrate : Stretch Out Full On Ground; Make Prostrate; 3611 Advocate; Help Actively Iforming; Publicize Or Popularize; 3636 Enervate; Ex. Prostrating Illness; Adj: Lying Face Down; Ex. Milk Promotes Health; Ex. Promote A Match/bill; Ex. Having Lost All Strength Promote : Advance Irank; Advance; Help To Flourish; Prostrate : Stretch Out Fill On Ground 3612 Advocate; Help Actively Iforming; Publicize Or Popularize; 3637 Ex. Milk Promotes Health; Ex. Promote A Match/bill; Ex. Promulgate : Make Known By Official Proclamation Or Protagonist : Leader Or Noticeable Supporter Of An Idea; 3613 Publication 3638 Chief Character In A Play Or Story Prong : Pointed Projecting Part 3614

Protean : Versatile; Able To Take Many Shapes 3639

Prong : Pointed Projecting Part 3615 Pronounced : Distinct; Very Noticeable; Ex. Pronounced 3616 Limp

Protocol : Diplomatic Etiquette; Ceremony And Etiquette 3640 Observed By Diplomats; First Copy Of A Treaty Before Its Ratification; Ex. Protocol Demands That The Queemeet Prototype : Original Work Used As A Model By Others 3641

Prop : Support Placed Under Or Against Something; V: 3617 Propagate : Increase In Number By Producing Young; 3618 Multiply; Spread; Ex. Most Plants Propagate By Seed; Ex. Newspaper Propagating Their Ideas Propellants : Substances Which Propel Or Drive Forward 3619 Propensity : Natural Inclination 3620

Prototype : Original Work Used As A Model By Others 3642 Protrude : Stick Out; Jut; Project; Ex. Protruding Teeth 3643 Protuberance : Protrusion; Swelling; Bulge 3644 Protégé : Person Receiving Protection And Support From 3645 A Patron

Prophetic : Of A Prophet Or Prophecy; Having To Do With Protégé : Person Receiving Protection And Support From 3621 Predicting The Future; N: Prophecy; V: Prophesy; N: 3646 A Patron Prophet Prophylactic : Used To Prevent Disease Provenance : Place Of Origin; Origior Source Of 3622 3647 Something; Ex. Gunpowder Is Of Chinese Provenance; Cf. Come Propinquity : Nearness; Kinship Proverb : Adage; Someone Or Something Well Known For 3623 3648 Notoriety; Adj. Proverbial: Of A Proverb; Widely Known; Adv: Proverbially Propitious : Favorable; Kindly Providence : Quality Of Being Provident; Divine Care; 3624 3649 God'care; Providence: God; Ex. It Seemed Like Providence That The Doctor Happened To Be There; Adj. Proponent : Person Who Supports Or Proposes (an Idea) Providence : Quality Of Being Provident; Divine Care; 3625 3650 God'care; Providence: God; Ex. It Seemed Like Providence That The Doctor Happened To Be There; Adj.

Provident : Displaying Foresight; Thrifty; Preparing For 3651 Emergencies Provincial : Pertaining To A Province; Limited 3652

Pugilist : Boxer 3676 Pugnacity : Combativeness; Dispositioto Fight; Adj. 3677 Pugnacious: (of People) Belligerent; Combative Inature

Provision : Act Of Providing; Something Provided; Puissant : Powerful; Strong; Potent 3653 Preparatory Measure; Provisions: Necessary Supplie(esp. 3678 Food); Stipulation; Condition In An Agreement; Ex. Provisional : Tentative Puissant : Powerful; Strong; Potent 3654 3679 Proviso : Stipulation 3655

Pulchritude : Beauty; Comeliness 3680

Provocative : Arousing Anger Or Sexual Interest; Pulmonary : Pertaining To The Lungs 3656 Annoying; Ex. Provocative In Tight Jeans; V: Provoke: 3681 Incite To Anger; Cause (an Unpleasant Action Or Feeling); Prowess : Extraordinary Ability; Military Bravery; Ex. Pulpit : Raised Platform Used In Preaching (in A Church) 3657 Prowess Ibattle 3682 Proximity : Nearness 3658

Pulsate : Throb 3683

Proxy : Authorized Agent 3659

Pulverize : Crush Or Grind Into Very Small Particles 3684

Prude : Excessively Modest Person 3660

Pummel : Beat 3685

Prudent : Cautious; Careful

Punctilious : Laying Stress On Niceties Of Conduct, 3686 Form; Precise

Prune : Cut Away; Trim

Pundit : Learned Hindu; Any Learned Man; Authority On A 3687 Subject

3661 3662 Prurient : Based On Lascivious Thoughts 3663

Pungent : Stinging; Caustic 3688

Pry : Inquire Impertinently (someone Else's Private 3664 Affairs); Use Leverage To Raise Or Opesomething; Prize; N: Pries: Tool For Prying Pseudonym : Pen-Name 3665

Punitive : Punishing; Ex. Punitive Measures 3689 Punitive : Punishing; Ex. Punitive Measures 3690

Psyche : Soul; Mind 3666

Puny : Insignificant; Tiny; Weak 3691

Psychiatrist : A Doctor Who Treats Mental Diseases

Purchase : Firm Grasp Or Footing

3667

3692

Psychic : Of Psyche; Mental; Of Or Possessing 3668 Extraordinary Mental Powers

3693

Purgatory : Place For Spiritual Expiation

Psychopathic : Pertaining To Mental Derangement 3669

Purgatory : Place For Spiritual Expiation 3694

Psychosis : Mental Disorder

Purgatory : Place For Spiritual Expiation

3670

3695

Psychosomatic : Of The Influence Of The Mind On The 3671 Body (esp. With Respect To Disease)

3696

Psychosomatic : Of The Influence Of The Mind On The 3672 Body (esp. With Respect To Disease)

Purport : Intention; Purpose; Meaning; V: Claim; Profess; 3697 Ex. Order Which Purports To Be Signed By The General

Purloin : Steal

Pucker : Gather Into Wrinkleor Folds; N: Wrinkle Or Fold

Purport : Intention; Purpose; Meaning; V: Claim; Profess; 3698 Ex. Order Which Purports To Be Signed By The General

Pudding : Hot Sweet Dish

Purported : Alleged; Claimed; Reputed Or Rumored; Ex. 3699 Purported Satanists

3673 3674 Puerile : Childish 3675

Purse : Pucker; Contract (lips) Into Wrinkles; N: Wallet 3700

Purveyor : Furnisher Of Foodstuffs; Caterer 3701

Query : Inquiry; Question; 3726

Purview : Scope 3702

Queue : Line 3727

Pushy : Disagreeably Aggressive 3703

Quibble : Equivocate; Play On Words 3728

Pusillanimous : Cowardly; Fainthearted

Quibble : Equivocate; Play On Words

3704

3729

Putative : Supposed; Reputed; Generally Regarded As 3705 Such; Ex. Putative Father Of The Child

3730

Quiescent : At Rest; Dormant

Putrefy : Make Or Become Putrid; N: Putrefaction 3706

Quiescent : At Rest; Dormant 3731

Putrescent : Becoming Putrid; Putrefying 3707

Quietude : Tranquillity 3732

Putrid : Foul; Rotten; Decayed

Quintessence : Purest And Highest Embodiment; Perfect 3733 Example; Apotheosis; Most Essential Element; Ex. Quintessence Of Wit; Adj. Quintessential; Cf. Fifth Puzzle : Baffle Or Confuse By A Difficult Problem; Ponder Quirk : Suddesharp Turor Twist; Startling Twist; Caprice; 3709 Over A Problem In An Effort To Solve; Clarify Or Solve By 3734 Idiosyncrasy; Peculiarity Of Behavior; Ex. By A Quirk Of Reasoning; Ex. Puzzle Out The Answer; N: Fate Pyromaniac : Person With An Insane Desire To Set Quisling : Traitor Who Aids Invaders; Cf. Vidkuquisling 3710 Things On Fire 3735 3708

Quack : Charlatan; Impostor 3711

Quiver : Case For Arrows 3736

Quadrupled : Four-Footed Animal 3712

Quixotic : Idealistic But Impractical 3737

Quagmire : Bog; Marsh 3713 Quail : Cower; Lose Heart 3714

Quizzical : Curious; Suggesting Puzzlement (without 3738 Saying); Questioning; Teasing; Mocking; Bantering; Ex. Quizzical Glance Quorum : Number Of Members Necessary To Conduct A 3739 Meeting

Quaint : Odd; Old-Fashioned; Picturesque

Quorum : Number Of Members Necessary To Conduct A 3740 Meeting

Qualified : Limited; Restricted 3716

Quorum : Number Of Members Necessary To Conduct A 3741 Meeting

Qualify : Reach A Necessary Standard; Limit The 3717 Meaning Of Something Stated

Quotidian : Daily; Commonplace; Customary; Ex. 3742 Quotidiaroutine

3715

Qualms : Uneasy Feelings; Misgivings; Uneasy Fears 3718 Especially About Matters Of Conscience; Ex. I Have No Qualms About Giving This Assignment To Helen. Quandary : Dilemma; State Of Uncertainty; Ex. She Is Ia 3719 Quandary About Whether To Go. Quarantine : Isolation Of Person Or Ship To Prevent 3720 Spread Of Infection

Rabble : Mob; Noisy Crowd 3743 Rabid : Like A Fanatic; Furious 3744 Rabies : Disease Passed On By The Bite Of An Infected 3745 Animal (causing Madnesand Death)

Quarry : Victim; Object Of A Hunt

Raconteur : Story-Teller

3721

3746

Quash : Crush; Suppress; Squash; Subdue; Annul; Ex. 3722 Quash A Rebellion/the Decisioof The Low Court

Raffle : Lottery; V: Award Aa Prize In A Raffle; Ex. Raffle 3747 Off A New Car

Queasy : Experiencing Nausea; Nauseated; Easily 3723 Nauseated; Squeamish; Ex. Feel A Little Queasy

Rag : Scrap Of Cloth; Adj. Ragged: Old And Torn; 3748 Seeming Unfinished And Imperfect; Ex. Ragged Debut/performance Ragamuffin : Person Wearing Tattered Clothes 3749

Quell : Suppress; Put Aend To; Put Dowforcibly; 3724 Extinguish; Quiet; Ex. ``army Quells Rebellion'' Inewspaper; Cf. Kill Querulous : Fretful; Whining 3725

Rail : Complaibitterly; Scold; Rant; Ex. The Weaker 3750 Railing Against Injustices

Raiment : Clothing; Garments; Ex. I Have No Raiment Fit Rarefied : Made Less Dense (of A Gas) 3751 To Wear. 3776 Rake : Angle Of A Slope; V: Slant From The 3752 Perpendicular Rakish : Jaunty; Stylish; Sporty; Morally Corrupt; 3753 Dissolute; Ex. He Wore His Hat At A Rakish And Jaunty Angle. Rally : Come Or Bring Together; Call Up Or Summon 3754 (forces, Vital Powers, Etc.); Revive Or Recuperate (after Illness Or Difficulty); N: Act Of Rallying; Mass Gathering Ram : Male Sheep; V: Strike Or Drive Against With A 3755 Heavy Impact Ramble : Wonder Aimlessly (physically Or Mentally) 3756

Raspy : Grating; Harsh 3777 Ratify : Approve Formally; Verify 3778 Ratiocination : Reasoning; Act Of Drawing Conclusions 3779 From Premises Ration : Fixed Portion; V: Distribute Arations 3780 Rational : (of A Person) Having Reason; (of Ideas) Based 3781 On Reason; Logical

Ramification : Branching Out; Subdivision; One Branch Of Rationale : Fundamental Reason Or Principle (on Which 3757 A System; One Of The Results Following From An Action 3782 A System Or Principle Is Based); Fundamental Reason Or Decision; Ex. Ramifications Of A Business/the Or Justification; Grounds For An Action Ramification : Branching Out; Subdivision; One Branch Of Rationalization : Bringing Into Conformity With Reason 3758 A System; One Of The Results Following From An Action 3783 Or Decision; Ex. Ramifications Of A Business/the Ramify : Divide Into Branches Or Subdivisions Rationalize : Reason; Justify An Improper Act 3759 3784 Ramp : Slope; Inclined Plane

Raucous : (of Voice) Harsh And Unpleasant; (of People) 3785 Disorderly And Boisterous; Ex. Raucous Shouts

Rampart : Defensive Mound Of Earth

Ravage : Devastate; Plunder; Despoil; Ex. Crops Ravaged 3786 By Storms

Ramshackle : Rickety; Falling Apart

Ravel : Fall Apart Into Tangles; Entangle; Unravel Or 3787 Untwist

3760 3761 3762 Rancid : Having The Odor Of Stale Fat

Ravenous : Extremely Hungry

3763

3788

Rancor : Long-Lasting Hatred; Bitterness; Ex. 3764 Negotiatiowithout Rancor; Adj. Rancorous

Ravine : Narrow Valley With Steep Sides; Gorge; Cf. 3789 Gully, Canyon

Random : Without Definite Purpose, Plan, Or Aim; 3765 Haphazard; Ex. Random Shots; Ex. Chosen At Random

3790

Reactionary : Recoiling From Progress; Retrograde

Rank : Offensive In Odor Or Flavor

Realm : Kingdom; Field Or Sphere; Ex. Not Within The 3791 Realms Of Possibility

Rankle : Irritate; Fester 3767

Reaper : One Who Harvests Grain; Ex. The Grim Reaper; 3792 V: Reap: Cut And Gather (crop); Harvest A Crop

Ransack : Search Thoroughly; Pillage (going Through A 3768 Place); Ex. Enemy Soldierransacked The Town.

3793

3766

Rebate : Discount

Rant : Speak Violently Or Excitedly; Rave; Talk Excitedly Rebuff : Reject Bluntly; Snub; Beat Back; Ex. She 3769 Showing Anger; Scold; Make A Grandiloquent Speech; 3794 Rebuffed His Invitation; N: Ex. The Priest Ranted About The Devil. Rapacious : Voracious; Ravenous; Taking Everything One Rebus : Representatioof Words Ithe Form Of Pictures Or 3770 Can; Excessively Grasping; Plundering; Subsisting Olive 3795 Symbols; Puzzle Iwhich Pictures Or Letters Stand For Prey; Ex. Rapacious Birds Words; Ex. ``r U 18'' Is A Rebus For ``are You 18''. Rapport : Close Relationship; Emotional Closeness; Rebuttal : Refutation; Response With Contrary Evidence 3771 Harmony 3796 Rapprochement : Reconciliation

Recalcitrant : Disobedient Or Resisting Authority Eveafter 3797 Being Punished; Obstinately Stubborn; Determined To Resist Authority; Unruly; Ex. Recalcitrant Child Rapt : Engrossed; Absorbed; Enchanted; Ex. Rapt Recant : Disclaim Or Disavow; Retract A Previous 3773 Listener 3798 Statement; Openly Confess Error; Ex. Recant One's Faith/a Statement Rapture : Great Joy And Delight; Ecstasy; Adj. Rapturous Recapitulate : Summarize 3774 3799 3772

Rare : (of Air) Thin In Density; Rarefied; Ex. Rare Air Of 3775 The Mountains

Recast : Reconstruct (a Sentence, Story, Statue, Etc.); 3800 Fashioagain

Receptive : Quick Or Willing To Receive (ideas, 3801 Suggestions, Etc.); Ex. Receptive To The Proposal Recess : Pause; Temporary Cessation; Alcove; Secret 3802 Inner Place; Ex. Parliament In Recess; V: Cf. Recessive Recession : Withdrawal; Retreat 3803 Recidivism : Habitual Return To Crime 3804

Redress : Remedy; Compensation; Ex. Seek Redress For 3826 The Damage To Your Car; V: Put Right; Remedy Or Rectify (a Wrong); Make Amends For Reduce : Diminish; Bring To A Weaker Or More Difficult 3827 Condition; Demote; Lower In Rank; Separate Into Componentby Analysis; Ex. Reduced To The Ranks; Ex. Reek : Emit (aunpleasant Odor Or Smoke); Give Off 3828 Aunpleasant Odor; Give Out Smoke; Ex. Reeking Chimney; N: Unpleasant Odor; Stench Refectory : Dining Hall 3829

Recipient : Receiver 3805

Referendum : Direct Vote By All The People 3830

Reciprocal : Mutual; Given And Received In Return; 3806 Exchangeable; Interacting; Ex. Reciprocal Trade Agreement Reciprocate : Repay In Kind 3807

Referendum : Direct Vote By All The People 3831 Refractory : Unmanageable; Disobedient And Stubborn; 3832 Ex. Refractory Horse

Recite : Repeat Aloud (something Learned); Describe; Ex. Refractory : Unmanageable; Disobedient And Stubborn; 3808 Recite Hicomplaints; N: Recitation 3833 Ex. Refractory Horse Reckon : Count; Calculate; Regard As; Think; Suppose

Refulgent : Effulgent; Brilliant; Brightly Shining; Gleaming; 3834 Ex. Refulgent Moon

Recline : Lie Down

Refurbish : Renovate; Make Clean, Bright, Or Fresh 3835 (make New) Again; Make Bright By Polishing; Ex. Refurbish Aold Theater; Cf. Furbish: Polish Refutation : Disproof Of Opponents' Arguments 3836

3809 3810 Recluse : Hermit 3811 Reconcile : Make Friendly Again (after Quarrel); Make 3812 Consistent (two Ideas In Opposition); Correct Inconsistencies; Ex. Reconcile One's Political Principles Reconcile : Make Friendly Again (after Quarrel); Make 3813 Consistent (two Ideas In Opposition); Correct Inconsistencies; Ex. Reconcile One's Political Principles Recondite : Abstruse; Profound; Secret 3814

Refute : Disprove 3837 Regal : Royal; Of A Monarch; Ex. Regal Manner 3838 Regale : Entertain 3839

Reconnaissance : Survey Of Enemy By Soldiers; 3815

Regatta : Boat Or Yacht Race 3840

Reconnaissance : Survey Of Enemy By Soldiers;

3817

Regeneration : Spiritual Rebirth; Ex. Regeneration Of The 3841 Prisoners; V: Regenerate: Give Or Obtain New Life; Reform Spiritually Regent : A Person Who Governin Place Of A Ruler Who 3842 Iill, Absent, Or Still A Child; Adj. Ex. The Prince Regent

Recourse : Resorting To Help When In Trouble; Ex. 3818 Without Recourse To

3843

3816 Recount : Narrate Or Tell; Count Over Again

Regicide : Murder Of A King Or Queen

Recreant : Coward; Betrayed Of Faith 3819

Regime : Method Or System Of Government 3844

Recrimination : Countercharges

Regimen : Prescribed Course Of Diet Or Exercise; 3845 Prescribed Diet And Habits; Ex. Daily Regimeof A Dancer

Rectify : Correct

Regiment : Military Unit; V: Subject To Strict Order; Ex. 3846 Regimented Society

3820 3821 Rectitude : Uprightedness

Rehabilitate : Restore To Proper Condition

3822

3847

Recuperate : Recover; Return To Health; Regain; Ex. 3823 Recuperate Losses

3848

Reimburse : Repay

Recurrent : Occurring Again And Again

Reinstate : Restore To A Previoucondition Or Position

3824

3849

Redolent : Odorous; Fragrant; Suggestive (of An Odor); 3825 Ex. Redolent Of Onions/mystery

3850

Reiterate : Repeat

Rejoinder : Reply; Retort; Comeback; V: Rejoin: Say 3851 Ireply

Remote : Distant In Manner; Aloof 3876

Rejuvenate : Make Young Again

Remunerative : Compensating; Rewarding

3852

3877

Relapse : Return To A Former State (esp. After 3853 Improvement); N:

3878

Relegate : Put Into A Lower Or Worse Place; Banish To 3854 Ainferior Position; Delegate; Assign; Ex. Relegate The Old Furniture To The Children's Room; Ex. Relegated To Relent : Become Less Severe; Give In(surrender); Adj. 3855 Relentless: Unyielding; Continuously Severe Relent : Become Less Severe; Give In(surrender); Adj. 3856 Relentless: Unyielding; Continuously Severe

Remunerative : Compensating; Rewarding Remunerative : Compensating; Rewarding 3879 Render : Give; Deliver; Provide; Represent In Verbal Or 3880 Artistic Form; Depict; Perform; Make; Translate; Ex. Render The Song Beautifully Rendezvous : Meeting Place 3881

Relevancy : Pertinence; Reference To The Case In Hand

Rendition : Translation; Artistic Interpretation Of A Song

3857

3882

Relevant : Having Importance; Pertinent; Referring To The 3858 Case In Hand; N: Relevance, Relevancy

3883

Renegade : Deserter; Apostate

Relic : Surviving Remnant (from Aextinct Culture); Renegade : Deserter; Apostate 3859 Memento; Keepsake; Relics: Corpse; Ex. Ancient Relics; 3884 Ex. Relics Of His Travel; Ex. His Relics Are Buried At X. Religiouos : Religion; (of A Person) Pious; Having Renege : Break A Promise; Deny; Go Back On; Ex. 3860 Reverence For A Deity 3885 Renege Othe Contract/paying Off The Debt Relinquish : Give Up Something (with Reluctance); Yield; Renounce : Abandon; Give Up (by Formal 3861 Release; Ex. Relinquish Power/the Claim To The Land/his 3886 Announcement); Disown; Repudiate; Ex. Renounce One's Hold On My Arm Claim To The Property/one's Religion; N: Renunciation Relish : Savor; Enjoy Renovate : Restore To Good Condition; Renew 3862 3887 Remediable : Reparable 3863

Rent : Tear Made By Rending; Rip; Split 3888

Remedial : Curative; Corrective 3864

Renunciation : Giving Up; Renouncing 3889

Reminiscence : Recollection

Repartee : Clever Reply

3865

3890

Reminiscent : Suggestive Of Something (in The Past); Of 3866 Reminiscence

3891

Repast : Meal; Feast; Banquet

Remiss : Negligent 3867

Repeal : Revoke; Annul 3892

Remiss : Negligent 3868 Remission : Temporary Moderation (of Disease 3869 Symptoms); Remitting Of A Debt Or Punishment; Cancellation Of A Debt; Pardon; Ex. The Disease Went Remit : Transmit (money) In Payment; Free Someone 3870 From A Debt Or Punishment Remittance : Remitting Of Money; Amount Of Money 3871 Remitted Remnant : Remainder 3872

Repel : Drive Away; Disgust; Ex. Repel The 3893 Attack/moisture; Ex. Repelled By The Dirty Room; Cf. Repulsion Repellent : Driving Away; Unattractive 3894 Repercussion : Rebound; Reaction; Reverberation; Ex. 3895 Serious Repercussion Repertoire : List Of Works Of Music, Drama, Etc., A 3896 Performer Is Prepared To Present Repine : Fret; Complain; Be Annoyed; Ex. Repine Over 3897 The Undone Work

Remonstrance : Protest; Objection; V: Remonstrate: Say Replenish : Fill Up Again 3873 In Protest 3898 Remonstrate : Protest 3874 Remorse : Guilt; Self-Reproach 3875

Replete : Fully Filled; Filled To The Brim Or 3899 Of Being Stuffed; Abundantly Supplied; Ex. Replete With Errors Replete : Fully Filled; Filled To The Brim Or 3900 Of Being Stuffed; Abundantly Supplied; Ex. Replete With Errors

To The Point Report To The Point Report

Replete : Fully Filled; Filled To The Brim Or To The Point 3901 Of Being Stuffed; Abundantly Supplied; Ex. Report Replete With Errors Replicate : Reproduce; Duplicate 3902

Resentment : Indignation; Bitterness; Displeasure; V: 3926 Resent: Feel Anger About

Reserve : Self-Control; Self-Restraint; Formal But Distant 3927 Manner; Reticence; Ex. Without Reserve: Freely And Openly; Adj. Reserved: Shy And Uncommunicative Repose : Resting; State Of Being At Rest; Calmness; V: Reserve : Self-Control; Self-Restraint; Formal But Distant 3903 Lie At Rest; Relax; Put Or Place; Ex. Repose Our Hopein 3928 Manner; Reticence; Ex. Without Reserve: Freely And A Single Man Openly; Adj. Reserved: Shy And Uncommunicative Repository : Storehouse Residual : Remaining; Left Over; Of A Residue; N: 3904 3929 Residue Reprehensible : Deserving Blame 3905

Residue : Remainder; Balance 3930

Representational : (of A Style Of Art) Showing Thingathey Resign : Give Up (a Position, Right, Or Claim); Submit 3906 Actually Appear In Real Life 3931 (oneself) Passively Repress : Hold Back (the Natural Expression Of); 3907 Restrain; Crush; Oppress; Ex. Repressed Child; Ex. Repress A Laugh/rebellion Repress : Hold Back (the Natural Expression Of); 3908 Restrain; Crush; Oppress; Ex. Repressed Child; Ex. Repress A Laugh/rebellion Reprieve : Temporary Stay 3909

Resignation : Patient Submissiveness; Statement That 3932 One Is Quitting A Job; Adj. Resigned: Acquiescent Resigned : Unresisting; Patiently Submissive 3933 Resilient : Elastic; Having The Power Of Springing Back 3934

Reprimand : Reprove Severely 3910

Resolution : Determination 3935

Reprisal : Retaliation

3912

Resonant : (of A Sound) Echoing; Resounding(sounding 3936 Loudly); Deep And Full In Sound; Producing Resonance; Ex. Resonant Voice; N: Resonance Resort : Turn To For Help; Ex. Resort To Violence; N: 3937

Reprise : Musical Repetition; Repeating Of A Piece Of 3913 Music; Repeat Performance; Recurrent Action; Ex. Reprise Ithe Finale; Ex. Constant Reprises Reproach : Blame; Censure 3914

Resound : (of A Place) Be Filled With Sound; (of A 3938 Sound) Sound Loudly; Sound Back; Echo; Ex. Hall Resounded With Laughter Resourceful : Clever And Imaginative (in Dealing With 3939 Difficult Situations); N: Resource, Resourcefulness

3911 Reprisal : Retaliation

Reprobation : Severe Disapproval 3915

Respiration : Breathing; Exhalation; Adj. Respiratory 3940

Reprove : Censure; Rebuke 3916

Respite : Delay In Punishment; Interval Of Relief; Rest 3941

Repudiate : Disown; Disavow

Resplendent : Brilliant; Lustrous

3917

3942

Repulse : Reject With Rudenesor Coldnes(an Offer Or 3918 Friendship); Drive Back (an Enemy Attack); Cf. Repulse != Cause Repulsion Repulsion : Act Of Driving Back; Distaste 3919

Responsiveness : State Of Reacting Readily To Appeals, 3943 Orders, Etc.; Adj. Responsive: Readily Reacting; Ex. Responsive To Treatment Restitution : Reparation; Indemnification 3944

Reputable : Respectable; Having A Good Reputation

Restive : Impatiently Restless (induced By External 3945 Coercioor Restriction); Restlessly Impatient; Obstinately Resisting Control; Ex. Restive Horses Because Of Reputed : Supposed; Ex. Reputed Father Of The Child; V: Resumption : Taking Up Again; Recommencement; V: 3921 Repute: Consider; N: Repute: Reputation; Esteem 3946 Resume: Begin Or Take Up Again; Take Or Occupy Again; Ex. Kindly Resume Your Seats. Requiem : Mass For The Dead; Dirge Resurge : Rise Again; Flow To And Fro; N: Resurgence; 3922 3947 Adj. Resurgent: (of Ideas Or Beliefs) Experiencing Revival; Surging Again Requisition : Formal Demand Or Request; Ex. Requisition Resurgent : Rising Again After Defeat, Etc. 3923 For More Computing Equipment; V: 3948 3920

Requite : Repay; Revenge 3924 Rescind : Cancel 3925

Resurrect : Revive 3949 Resuscitate : Revive; Bring Back To Life Or 3950 Consciousness; Ex. Resuscitate The Drowned Child

Retain : Keep; Maintain Possession Of; Employ (esp. A Revulsion : Suddestrong Feeling Of Disgust; Suddeviolent 3951 Lawyer Or Advisor); N: Retainer: Servant; Fee Paid To 3976 Change Of Feeling; Negative Reaction; Ex. Revulsiofrom Retain An Advisor The Scenes Of Torture Retain : Keep; Maintain Possession Of; Employ (esp. A Rhapsodize : Speak Or Write In An Exaggeratedly 3952 Lawyer Or Advisor); N: Retainer: Servant; Fee Paid To 3977 Enthusiastic Manner; Ex. Rhapsodize Over The Beauty Of Retain An Advisor The Scenery Retaliate : Repay In Kind (usually For Bad Treatment); V: Rhapsody : Excessively Enthusiastic Expression Of 3953 Retaliate 3978 Feeling; Musical Composition Of Irregular Form (aif Made Up Aone Playit) Retaliation : Repayment In Kind (usually For Bad Rhetoric : Art Of Effective Communication; Insincere 3954 Treatment) 3979 Language Retard : Delay (in Development); Adj. Retarded: (aof A 3955 Child) Slower In Development

Rhetorical : Pertaining To Effective Communication; 3980 Insincere Language

Retard : Delay (in Development); Adj. Retarded: (aof A 3956 Child) Slower In Development

3981

Retentive : Holding; Having A Good Memory 3957 Reticence : Reserve; Uncommunicativeness; Inclination 3958 To Be Silent

Ribald : Wanton; Profane Rickety : (of Buildings) Likely To Break Or Fall Apart; Of 3982 Rickets; Cf. Rickets; Cf. Vitamin D

3959

Riddle : Pierce With Holes; Permeate Or Spread 3983 Throughout; Ex. The Gunmariddled The Car With Bullets; Ex. The Whole Report Is Riddled With Errors; N: Large Rife : Abundant; Current 3984

Retiring : Shy And Reserved (of A Person); Modest; Ex. 3960 Her Retiring Personality

3985

Retinue : Following; Attendants

Rife : Abundant; Current

Retort : Quick, Sharp Reply 3961

Rife : Abundant; Current 3986

Retract : Withdraw; Take Back; Draw Back; Ex. Retract A Rift : Narrow Opening Ia Large Mass; Break Ia Friendly 3962 Statement/an Offer/claws; N: Retraction; Cf. Retractile 3987 Relation; Ex. Through A Rift Ithe Clouds; Op. Reconciliation Retrench : Cut Down; Economize Rig : Fix Or Manipulate; Manipulate Dishonestly For 3963 3988 Personal Gain; Ex. Rig The Election Retribution : Vengeance; Compensation; Punishment For Righteous : Morally Upright; Just 3964 Offenses 3989 Retrieve : Recover; Put Right; Find And Bring In; Regain; 3965 Ex. Retrieve The Situation

3990

Rightful : Legally Correct; Ex. Rightful Owner

Retrograde : Go Backwards; Degenerate, Instead Of 3966 Advancing

Rigid : Hard And Unbending; Stiff And Unyielding; Fixed In 3991 Behavior Or Views; Strict; Rigorous; Ex. Rigid Rule

Retrospective : Looking Back On The Past 3967

Rile : Irritate; Vex; Muddy 3992

3968

Revelry : Boisterous Merrymaking

Rip : Tear Or Be Torn Quickly And Violently; Ex. The Sail 3993 Ripped Under The Force Of The Wind; N:

Reverberate : Echo Repeatedly; Resound; Ex. The 3969 Thunder Reverberated Across The Valley.

3994

Risible : Inclined To Laugh; Ludicrous

Reverend : Deserving Reverence; N: Priest 3970

Risque : Verging Upon The Improper; Offcolor 3995

Reverent : Respectful; Worshipful 3971

Rivet : Metal Pin Used For Fastening Metal Platetogether; 3996 V: Fasten With A Rivet; Engross

Revert : Relapse; Backslide; Turn Back To; Return To The Riveting : Holding One's Attention; Absorbing; Engrossing 3972 Former Owner; N: Reversion 3997 Revile : Slander; Vilify 3973

Rivulet : Small Stream; Cf. Rill < Rivulet < River 3998

Revoke : Cancel; Retract; Cf. Irrevocable 3974

Roan : Brown Mixed With Gray Or White 3999

Revulsion : Suddestrong Feeling Of Disgust; Suddeviolent Robust : Vigorous; Strong 3975 Change Of Feeling; Negative Reaction; Ex. Revulsiofrom 4000 The Scenes Of Torture

Roil : To Make Liquids Murky By Stirring Up Sediment 4001

Rummage : Ransack; Thoroughly Search 4026

Romp : Play Or Frolic Boisterously; Gambol; N:

Run-Down : (of A Place) Dilapidated; In A Bad Condition; 4027 (of A Person) Weak Or Exhausted

Rooster : Cock; Adult Male Chicken

Runic : Mysterious; Set Dowiaancient Alphabet; N: Rune: 4028 One Of The Letters Of Aalphabet Used By Ancient Germanic Peoples (cut Ostone Or Wood); Magic Charm Ruse : Trick; Stratagem 4029

4002 4003 Roseate : Rosy; Optimistic; Ex. Roseate Views 4004 Roseate : Rosy; Optimistic; Ex. Roseate Views 4005

Ruse : Trick; Stratagem 4030

Roster : List 4006

Ruse : Trick; Stratagem 4031

Roster : List (of Names) 4007

Rustic : Pertaining To Country People; Uncouth 4032

Roster : List (of Names) 4008

Rusticate : Banish To The Country; Dwell In The Country 4033

4009

Rostrum : Platform For Speech-Making; Pulpit

Rustle : Make Slight Soundlike Silk Moving Or Being 4034 Rubbed Together

Rote : Repetition; Memorizatiothrough Repetitiowithout 4010 Understanding; Ex. Learpoetry By Rote

4035

Rote : Repetition 4011 Rotund : (of A Person) Fat And Round 4012

Ruthless : Pitiless Saboteur : One Who Commits Sabotage; Destroyer Of 4036 Property; N: Sabotage: Destruction Of Property (usually Carried Out Secretly) Saccharine : Cloyingly Sweet 4037

Rotunda : Circular Building Or Hall Covered With A Dome 4013

Saccharine : Cloyingly Sweet 4038

Rotundity : Roundness; Sonorousness Of Speech 4014

Sacrilegious : Desecrating; Profane 4039

Rousing : Lively; Inducing Excitement; Stirring; V: Rouse: Sacrosanct : Most Sacred; Inviolable 4015 Waken; Arouse From Sleep Or Depression; Excite; Stir 4040 Up Rout : Stampede; Drive Out Saga : Scandinavian Myth; Any Legend 4016 4041 4017

Rubble : Broken Fragments

Sage : Persocelebrated For Wisdom; Wise Person; Adj: 4042 Wise

Rubric : Title Or Heading (ired Print); Directions For 4018 Religious Ceremony; Protocol

4043

Rubric : Title Or Heading (ired Print); Directions For 4019 Religious Ceremony; Protocol

4044

Ruddy : Reddish; Healthy-Looking 4020 Rudimentary : Elementary; Not Developed; Crude; N: 4021 Rudiment: Fundamental Element Or Principle; Ex. Rudiments Of The Language Rue : Regret; Lament; Mourn; Ex. He Will Rue The Day; 4022 N: Adj. Rueful

Salacious : Lascivious; Lustful; Ex. Salacious Monk Saline : Salty Sallow : (of The Skin) Yellowish And Unhealthy-Looking; 4045 Sickly Icolor; Ex. Sallow Complexiodue To Jaundice Salubrious : Healthful; Conducive To Health Or Well4046 Being; Socially Desirable; Ex. Salubrious Area; Cf. Health

4023

Salutary : Tending To Improve; Beneficial; Wholesome; 4047 Ex. The Punishment Had A Salutary Effect Othe Boy; Cf. Health Salvage : Rescue (goods Or Property) From Loss; N: 4048 Saving; Property Saved

Rumble : Make Or Move With A Deep Rolling Sound 4024 (athunder Or Stomach)

Sanctimonious : Displaying Ostentatious Or Hypocritical 4049 Devoutness

Rueful : Regretful; Sorrowful; Dejected

Ruminate : Chew The Cud; Ponder 4025

Sanction : Approve; Ratify 4050

Sanctuary : Place Of Refuge; Shelter; Shrine; Holy Place; Scad : A Great Quantity; Ex. Scads Of Clothes 4051 Ex. The Outlaw Was Granted Sanctuary In The Church. 4076 Sangfroid : Coolness In A Trying Situation 4052 Sangfroid : Coolness In A Trying Situation 4053 Sanguine : Cheerful; Hopeful 4054 Sap : Diminish; Weaken; Undermine The Foundations Of 4055 (a Fortification); Ex. The Element Kryptonite Sapped His Strength. Sarcophagus : Stone Coffin, Often Highly Decorated 4056 Sarcophagus : Stone Coffin, Often Highly Decorated

Scaffold : Temporary Platform For Workers (to Work At 4077 Heights Above The Ground); Bracing Framework; Platform For Execution Scale : Climb Up; Ascend; Remove Or Come Off In 4078 Scales; N: Flake Of Epidermis; Ascending Or Descending Series Of Musical Tones Scanty : Meager; Insufficient 4079 Scanty : Meager; Insufficient 4080 Scapegoat : Someone Who Bears The Blame For Others 4081

Sardonic : Scornfully Mocking; Disdainful; Sarcastic; 4058 Cynical; Ex. Sardonic Smile

Scavenge : Hunt Through Discarded Materials For Usable 4082 Items Or Food; Search, Especially For Food; N: Scavenger: One Who Scavenges; Animal That Feeds Scavenger : Collector And Disposer Of Refuse; Animal 4083 That Devours Refuse And Carrion

Sartorial : Pertaining To Tailors Or Tailoring; Ex. A Maof 4059 Great Sartorial Elegance; Cf. Sartor: Tailor

Scavenger : Collector And Disposer Of Refuse; Animal 4084 That Devours Refuse And Carrion

4057

Sate : Satisfy To The Full; Cloy 4060

Scenario : Plot Outline; Screenplay(script For A Movie); 4085 Opera Libretto; Outline Of Possible Future Events

Satellite : Small Body Revolving Around A Larger One

Schematic : Of A Schema Or Scheme; Relating To An 4086 Outline Or Diagram; Using A System Of Symbols; N: Schema: Diagrammatic Representation; Outline Satiate : Surfeit; Satisfy Fully Scheme : Systematic Plan; Plot; Clever Dishonest Plan; 4062 4087 Orderly Arrangement Of Elements; Ex. Health Insurance Scheme; Ex. A Scheme To Escape Taxes; Ex. A Color Satiety : Condition Of Being Crammed Full; Glutted State; Schism : Division; Split 4063 Repletion 4088 4061

Satire : Form Of Literature In Which Irony; Sarcasm, And 4064 Ridicule Are Employed To Attack Vice And Folly

Scholarly : Full Of Learning; Erudite; Like A Scholar; Ex. 4089 Scholarly Journal

Satirical : Mocking

Scintilla : Shred; Least Bit

4065

4090

Saturate : Soak Thoroughly; Imbue; Impregnate; Charge; 4066 Fill To Capacity

Scintillate : Sparkle; Flash; Be Animated; Be Full Of Life; 4091 Ex. Scintillating Conversation

Saturate : Soak

Scion : Offspring

4067

4092

Satyr : Half-Human, Half-Bestial Being In The Court Of 4068 Dionysus, Portrayed As Wanton And Cunning

Scoff : Laugh (at); Mock; Ridicule; Ex. Scoff At Their 4093 Threats

Saunter : Stroll Slowly 4069

Scorch : Sear; N: 4094

Savant : Scholar

4071

Score : Number Of Points; Written Form Of A Musical 4095 Composition; Reason; Group Of 20; Notch Or Incision; Ex. Full/vocal Score; Ex. Don't Worry On That Score; V: Scotch : Stamp Out(put Aend To); Thwart; Hinder; Ex. 4096 Scotch The Rumor; Cf. Cut; Cf.

Savor : Enjoy; Have A Distinctive Flavor, Smell, Or 4072 Quality; N: Taste Or Smell; Distinctive Quality

4097

4070 Savoir Faire : Tact; Poise; Sophistication

Savory : Pleasant Itaste; Tasty; Pleasing, Attractive, Or 4073 Agreeable; Ex. Savory Reputation Savory : Pleasant Itaste; Tasty; Pleasing, Attractive, Or 4074 Agreeable; Ex. Savory Reputation

Scowl : Frown Angrily; N: Angry Frown Scrap : Small Bit Or Fragment; Discarded Waste 4098 Material; Fight; Ex. A Scrap Of Paper/cloth; V: Break Into Partfor Disposal; Discard Aworthless; Fight; Quarrel Scrappy : Quarrelsome 4099

Scabbard : Case For A Sword Blade; Sheath 4075

Scraps : Leftover Food 4100

Scraps : Leftover Food 4101

Seclusion : Isolation; Solitude 4126

Scraps : Leftover Food

Secrete : Hide Away; Produce And Release A Substance 4127 Into An Organism

Screech : Unpleasant High Sharp Sound; Shriek; V:

Sect : Separate Religious Body; Faction; Group Of 4128 People With Common Beliefs Within A Larger Group

Screech : Unpleasant High Sharp Sound; Shriek; V:

Sectarian : Relating To A Religious Fraction Or Subgroup; 4129 Narrow-Minded; Limited

4102 4103 4104 Scruple : Hesitate For Ethical Reasons; Fret About; Ex. 4105 She Did Not Scruple To Read His Diary; N: Uneasy Feeling Arising From Conscience; Conscience Scrupulous : Conscientious; Extremely Thorough; Ex. 4106 Scrupulous Worker

Secular : Worldly; Not Pertaining To Church Matters; 4130 Temporal Sedate : Composed; Grave 4131

Scrutinize : Examine Closely And Critically

Sedentary : Requiring Sitting; Done While Sitting; Not 4132 Moving From One Place To Another; Settled; Ex. Sedentary Job/population Scuffle : Struggle Confusedly; Move Off Ia Confused Hurry; Sedition : Resistance To Authority; Insubordination 4108 N: Cf. Scuffling Twins ? 4133 4107

Scuffle : Struggle Confusedly; Move Off Ia Confused Hurry; Seduce : Lead Away From Proper Conduct; Entice; Adj. 4109 N: Cf. Scuffling Twins ? 4134 Seductive Scullion : Menial Kitchen Worker 4110

Sedulous : Diligent 4135

Scullion : Menial Kitchen Worker

Seedy : Run-Down; Decrepit; Disreputable; Having Many 4136 Seeds; Ex. Seedy Downtowhotel

Scullion : Menial Kitchen Worker

Seedy : Run-Down; Decrepit; Disreputable; Having Many 4137 Seeds; Ex. Seedy Downtowhotel

4111 4112 Scullion : Menial Kitchen Worker

Seemly : (of Behavior) Proper; Appropriate

4113

4138

Scurrilous : Abusive; Obscene; Indecent; Ex. Scurrilous 4114 Remark

Seep : Pass Slowly Through Small Openings; Ooze; 4139 Trickle; N: Seepage

Scurry : Move Briskly 4115 Scurvy : Contemptible; Despicable; N: Disease Caused 4116 By Deficiency Of Vitamic

Seethe : Be Violently Disturbed; Boil; (of A Liquid) Move 4140 About Wildly As If Boiling; Ex. The Natiowas Seething With Discontent. Seine : Net For Catching Fish 4141

Seamy : Sordid; Base; Filthy; Unwholesome; Ex. Seamy Seismic : Pertaining To Earthquakes 4117 Side Of City Life 4142 Sear : Burthe Surface Of; Char Or Burn; Brand; Parch; 4118 Cause (a Plant) To Wither

Selective : Careful In Choosing; Having An Effect Only On 4143 Certain Things; Not General; Ex. Eclectic Weed Killer

Season : Enhance The Flavor Of By Adding A Spice, Etc. Self-Indulgence : Excessive Indulgence Of One'own Desire 4119 ; Inure; Harden; N: Seasoning: Something Used In 4144 Seasoning Seasonable : Occurring At The Proper Time Or Season; Self-Righteous : Sure Of One'own Righteousness; 4120 Opportune; Ex. Seasonable Intervention In The Dispute 4145 Moralistic Seasonable : Occurring At The Proper Time Or Season; 4121 Opportune; Ex. Seasonable Intervention In The Dispute Seasonal : Of A Particular Season; Ex. Seasonal Rise In 4122 Employment Seasoned : Experienced 4123 Sebaceous : Oily; Fatty 4124 Secession : Withdrawal 4125

Semblance : Outward Appearance; Guise; Ex. We Called 4146 Ithe Troops To Bring A/some Semblance Of Order To The City. Seminal : Related To Seed Or Semen; Germinal; Creative; 4147 Providing A Basis For Further Development; Influencing Future Developments; Ex. Seminal Research In A New Seminary : School For Training Future Ministers; 4148 Secondary School, Especially For Young Women Senility : Old Age; Feeblemindedness Of Old Age; Adj. 4149 Senile: Resulting From Old Age; Showing The Weakness Of Body Or Mind From Old Age; Ex. Senile Dementia Sensitization : Process Of Being Made Sensitive Or 4150 Acutely Responsive To Aexternal Agent Or Substance; V: Sensitize: Make Or Become Sensitive

Sensual : Devoted To The Pleasures Of The Sense; 4151 Carnal; Voluptuous; Ex. Sensual Woman/curves/lips Sententious : Terse; Concise; Aphoristic

Shard : Fragment Generally Of Brokepottery (glass, Clay 4176 Bowl, Or Cup)

4152

Shaving : Very Thipiece, Usually Of Wood (cut From A 4177 Surface With A Sharp Blade)

Sentient : Capable Of Sensatioand Conscious; Aware; 4153 Sensitive; Ex. Sentient Creature; N: Sentience

Sheaf : Bundle Of Stalks Of Grain; Any Bundle Of Things 4178 Tied Together

Sentient : Capable Of Sensatioand Conscious; Aware; 4154 Sensitive; Ex. Sentient Creature; N: Sentience

Shear : Remove (fleece Or Hair) By Cutting; Remove The 4179 Hair Or Fleece From; Cut With Or Aif With Shears; N: Shears; Pair Of Scissors Sheathe : Place Into A Case; Insert Into Or Provide With 4180 A Sheath; Ex. He Sheathed His Dagger; N: Sheath: Case For A Blade Shed : Small Roofed Structure For Storage And Shelter; 4181 V: Pour Forth; Lose By Natural Process; Repel Without Allowing Penetration; Radiate; Cast; Ex. Shed Shed : Small Roofed Structure For Storage And Shelter; 4182 V: Pour Forth; Lose By Natural Process; Repel Without Allowing Penetration; Radiate; Cast; Ex. Shed Sheer : Pure; Thin And Transparent; Very Steep 4183

Sentimental : Swayed By Sentiment; Appealing To The 4155 Sentiments Sentinel : Sentry; Lookout 4156 Septic : Putrid; Producing Putrefaction 4157 Seraph : High-Ranking, Six-Winged Angel 4158 Sere : Sear; Parched; Dry

Sherbet : Flavored Dessert Ice

4159

4184

Serendipity : Gift For Finding Valuable Things Not 4160 Searched For

Shift : Change Position Or Place; Exchange (one Thing) 4185 For Another; Change In Direction Or Position; Ex. Shift The Stolen Goods; N: Group Of Workerwhich Serpentine : Winding; Twisting; Of Or Like A Serpent; Ex. Shimmer : Shine With A Flickering Light; Glimmer 4161 Serpentine Course Of The River; N: Serpent: Snake 4186 Intermittently; Ex. The Moonlight Shimmered Othe Water; N: Serrated : Having A Saw-Toothed Edge; Ex. Serrated Leaf Shirk : Avoid (responsibility, Work, Etc.); Malinger 4162 4187 Serrated : Having A Saw-Toothed Edge; Ex. Serrated Leaf

Shoddy : Made Of Inferior Material; Sham; Not Genuine; 4188 Inferior; Dishonest; Ex. Shoddy Goods/trick

Servile : Slavish; Cringing 4164

Shoddy : Made Of Inferior Material; Sham; Not Genuine; 4189 Inferior; Dishonest; Ex. Shoddy Goods/trick

Servitude : Slavery; Compulsory Labor Imposed As A 4165 Punishment

4190

4163

Sever : Separate; Cut Off (a Part) From A Whole; Break 4166 Up (a Relationship); N: Severance; Cf. Severance Pay: Extra Pay Giveaemployee Upoleaving A Position Severance : Division; Partition; Separation 4167

Shoot : New Growth From A Plant Shove : Push Forward; Push Roughly; Ex. Pushing And 4191 Shoving To Get On The Bus; N: Shrew : Scolding Woman 4192

Severity : Harshness; Plainness

Shrewd : Clever; Astute

4168

4193

Sextant : Navigatiotool Used To Determine 4169 Latitude And Longitude (by Measuring The Stars) Sextant : Navigatiotool Used To Determine 4170 Latitude And Longitude (by Measuring The Stars) Shack : Crude Cabin 4171

A Ship's Altitudes Of

Shrivel : Make Or Become Shrunken And Wrinkled (often 4194 By Drying)

A Ship's Altitudes Of

Shrivel : Make Or Become Shrunken And Wrinkled (often 4195 By Drying)

Shackle : Chain; Fetter 4172 Shade : Slight Difference In Degree; Nuance; Degree Of 4173 Color; Ex. Shadeof Meaning/grey

Shudder : Shake Uncontrollably; Tremble; V: 4196 Shuffle : Mix Together; Jumble; Move (something) From 4197 One Place To Another; Slide (the Feet) Along The Ground While Walking; Ex. Shuffle Paperfrom One Pile To Shunt : Move (a Railway Train) From One Track To 4198 Another; Turaside; Divert; Sidetrack; Ex. Shunt Traffic Around Aaccident; N: Shyster : Lawyer Using Questionable Methods; 4199 Unscrupulous Practitioner

Sham : Pretend; Feign; Adj: Not Genuine; Fake; Ex. 4174 Sham Jewelry; N: Something That Is Not What It Appears; Impostor; Pretense; Ex. The Agreement Was A Shangrila : Imaginary Remote Paradise On Earth; Cf. Lost Sibling : Brother Or Sister 4175 Horizon 4200

Sibylline : Prophetic; Oracular; N: Sibyl: Womaprophet 4201 (ithe Ancient World)

Skirmish : Minor Fight 4226

Sidereal : Relating To Stars; Ex. Sidereal Day

Skittish : Inconstant; Capricious; Frivolous; Not Serious; 4227 Ex. Charming But Skittish Young Woman; Cf. Skit

Sidereal : Relating To Stars; Ex. Sidereal Day

Skulk : Move Furtively And Secretly; Ex. He Skulked 4228 Through The Less Fashionable Sections Of The City.

4202 4203

Sidetrack : Switch (a Railroad Car) To A Siding; Divert Skullduggery : Dishonest Behavior 4204 From A Main Issue; N: Cf. Siding: Short Section Of 4229 Railroad Track Connected By Switchewith A Main Track Sift : Put Through A Sieve To Separate Fine From Coarse Slack : Moving Slowly; Sluggish; Inactive; (of A Rope) 4205 Particles; Sort Or Examine Carefully 4230 Loose; Negligent; Lax; Ex. Slack Season; Ex. Slack In One'work; N: V: Significant : Expressing A Meaning; Important; Ex. Slag : Glassy Residue From Smelting Metal; Dross; 4206 Significant Smile; N: Significance: Importance; Meaning; 4231 Waste Matter V: Signify: Denote; Mean; Signal; Make Known; Matter; Silt : Sediment Deposited By Running Water Slander : Defamation; Utterance Of False And Malicious 4207 4232 Statements 4208

Simian : Monkeylike

Slap : Hit Quickly With The Flat Part Of The Hand; N: Cf. 4233 Smack

Similitude : Similarity; Using Comparisons Such As 4209 Similes

Slapdash : Hasty And Careless; Haphazard; 4234 Sloppy(carelessly Done)

Simper : Smirk; Smile Ia Silly Way; Smile Affectedly

Slaughter : Killing Of Animalfor Food; Massacre; V: 4235 Butcher (animals) For Food; Kill In Large Numbers

Simpering : Smirking

Slavish : Of Or Like A Slave; Servile; Showing No 4236 Originality; Copied Very Closely; Ex. Slavish Devotion/copy Of The Original Sleazy : Shabby And Dirty; Flimsy; Insubstantial; Ex. 4237 Sleazy Back-Street Hotel/fabric

4210 4211 Simplistic : Oversimplified 4212 Simplistic : Oversimplified 4213

Sledge : Large Sled Drawn By Work Animals 4238

Simulate : Feign 4214

Sleek : Smooth And Shining (afrom Good Health); V: 4239

Sinewy : Tough; Strong And Firm

Sleeper : Something Originally Of Little Value Or 4240 Importance That In Time Becomes Very Valuable

Sinister : Evil

Sleigh : Large Vehicle Drawn By A Horse Over Snow Or 4241 Ice

4215 4216 Sinister : Evil

Sleight : Dexterity

4217

4242

Sinuous : Winding; Bending In And Out; Not Morally 4218 Honest

Slew : Large Quantity Or Number; Ex. Slew Of Errands 4243 Left

Siren : Apparatufor Making Sounds; Womanlike Creature

Slick : Make Smooth Or Glossy; N: Smooth Surface; Ex. 4244 Oil Slick; Adj: Smooth; Glossy; Deftly Executed; Adroit; Glib Skeptic : Doubter; Person Who Suspends Judgment Until Slight : Insult To One's Dignity; Snub; V: Treat As If Of 4220 He Has Examined The Evidence Supporting A Point Of 4245 Small Importance; Insult; Snub; Adj. Small Isize; Of Small View Importance Skiff : Small Light Sailboat Or Rowboat Slink : Move Furtively; Adj. Slinky: Stealthy; Furtive; 4221 4246 Sneaky (ain Ambush) 4219

Skiff : Small Light Sailboat Or Rowboat 4222

Slink : Move Furtively; Adj. Slinky: Stealthy; Furtive; 4247 Sneaky (ain Ambush)

Skim : Read Or Glance Through Quickly; Touch Lightly In Slipshod : Slovenly; Careless; Sloppy; Untidy; Shabby; 4223 Passing; Brush; Remove From The Surface Of A Liquid 4248 Ex. Slipshod Work Skimp : Provide Or Use Scantily; Live Very Economically; Slipshod : Slovenly; Careless; Sloppy; Untidy; Shabby; 4224 Ex. Skimp Onecessities; Adj. Skimpy: Inadequate 4249 Ex. Slipshod Work Iamount; Scanty; Stingy; Niggardly Skinflint : Miser Slither : Slip Or Slide 4225 4250

4251

Sloth : Laziness

Snuffle : Sniffle; Sniff Repeatedly (in Order To Keep Liquid 4276 From Running Out Of The Nose)

Slough : (of A Snake) Shed Or Cast Off (dead Outer 4252 Skin); N: Outer Layer That Is Shed

Soar : Rise Or Fly High In The Air; Ex. The Rocket 4277 Soared Into The Sky.

Slovenly : Untidy; Careless In Work Habits 4253

Sober : Serious; Solemn; Not Drunken; Abstemiouor 4278 Temperate; V: Make Or Become Sober

Sluggard : Lazy Person 4254

Sobriety : Soberness 4279

Sluggish : Slow; Lazy; Lethargic 4255

Sobriquet : Nickname 4280

Sluice : Artificial Channel For Directing Or Controlling The Sodden : Soaked; Dull, As If From Drink 4256 Flow Of Water 4281 Slur : Slander; Insult To One's Character Or Reputation; 4257 V:

4282

Sodden : Soaked; Dull, As If From Drink

Slur : Slander; Insult To One's Character Or Reputation; 4258 V:

4283

Sodden : Soaked; Dull, As If From Drink

Smart : Intelligent; Quick And Energetic; Fashionable; Ex. Sojourn : Temporary Stay 4259 Smart Pace/restaurant; V: Cause Or Feel A Sharp Pain; 4284 N: Smarting Pain Smattering : Slight Knowledge; Small Scattered Number Solace : Comfort In Trouble 4260 Or Amount; Ex. Smattering Of German 4285 Smear : Spread Or Cover With A Sticky Substance; N: 4261 Mark Made By Smearing Smelt : Melt (ore) For Separating And Removing The 4262 Metal; Melt Or Blend Ores Changing Their Chemical Composition Smirk : Conceited Smile; Offensively Self-Satisfied Smile 4263 (ofteat Someone Else's Misfortune); V:

Solace : Comfort In Trouble 4286 Solace : Comfort In Trouble 4287

Smirk : Conceited Smile; Offensively Self-Satisfied Smile 4264 (ofteat Someone Else's Misfortune); V:

Solder : Repair Or Make Whole By Using A Metal Alloy; 4288 N: Metal Alloy (usually Tiand Lead) Used Ithe Moltestate To Joimetallic Parts Solemnity : Seriousness; Gravity 4289

Smirk : Conceited Smile; Offensively Self-Satisfied Smile 4265 (ofteat Someone Else's Misfortune); V:

4290

Solicitor : Lawyer In The Lower Court Of Law

Smolder : Smoulder; Burslowly Without Flame; Be Liable Solicitous : Anxious; Worried; Concerned; Eager; Ex. 4266 To Break Out At Any Moment; Exist Ia Suppressed State; 4291 Solicitous To Do Something; N: Solicitude Ex. Smoldering Anger Smother : Kill From Lack Of Air; Suppress; Cover Thickly; Soliloquy : Talking To Oneself 4267 Ex. Smothered In Little Stickers 4292 Smudge : Dirty Mark With Unclear Edgemade By 4268 Rubbing; V: Smug : Self-Satisfied; Complacent 4269

Solitude : State Of Being Alone; Seclusion; Adj. Solitary: 4293 Existing Or Living Alone (esp. By Choice); Remote Or Secluded; Single; Sole; Ex. Solitary Life/inn; Ex. No Solstice : Point At Which The Sun Is Farthest From The 4294 Equator

Sneak : Move, Give, Or Take In A Quiet, Stealthy Way; N: Soluble : Able To Be Dissolved In A Liquid; Able To Be 4270 One Who Sneaks; Adj. Sneaky 4295 Worked Out Or Solved Snicker : Half-Stiffed Laugh

Solvent : Able To Pay All Debts

4271

4296

Snip : Short Quick Cut With Scissors; V: Cut With 4272 Scissors

4297

Snivel : Complaior Whine Tearfully; Ruat The Nose; 4273 Snuffle; Ex. Don't Come Back Sniveling To Me.

4298

Snivel : Complaior Whine Tearfully; Ruat The Nose; 4274 Snuffle; Ex. Don't Come Back Sniveling To Me.

4299

Snub : Ignore Or Behave Coldly Toward; Ex. I Made A 4275 Suggestion But She Snubbed Me; N:

4300

Somatic : Pertaining To The Body; Bodily; Physical Somber : Gloomy; Depressing Somnambulist : Sleepwalker Somnolent : Half Asleep

Sonic : Of Sound Or Itspeed In Air; Cf. Subsonic, 4301 Supersonic

Spawn : Lay Eggs (in Large Numbers); Produce Offspring 4326 (in Large Numbers); N: Eggs Of Aquatic Animals

Sonic : Of Sound Or Itspeed In Air; Cf. Subsonic, 4302 Supersonic

Specious : Seemingly Reasonable But Incorrect; 4327 Misleading (often Intentionally)

Sonnet : 14-Line Poetic Verse Form With A Fixed Rhyme Speck : Small Piece Or Mark; Ex. Speck Of Dust In The 4303 Pattern 4328 Eye Sonorous : Resonant; Producing A Full Deep Sound; 4304 Producing Sound Soothsayer : One Who Foretellthe Future

Spectral : Ghostly; N: Specter: Spectre; Ghost; Phantom 4329

Sophisticated : Worldly Wise And Urbane; Refined; 4306 Complex; N: Sophistication; V: Sophisticate

Spectrum : Colored Band Produced When A Beam Of 4330 Light Passes Through A Prism; Broad And Continuous Range; Ex. Whole Spectrum Of Modern Thoughts Speechless : Unable For The Moment To Speak (because 4331 Of Strong Feeling); Ex. Speechleswith Anger

Sophistication : Artificiality; Unnaturalness; Act Of 4307 Employing Sophistry In Reasoning

4332

Sophistry : Seemingly Plausible But Fallacious 4308 Reasoning

4333

4305

Sophomoric : Immature; Shallow 4309

Spendthrift : Someone Who Wastes Money Sphinx-Like : Enigmatic; Mysterious Spin : Rotate Swiftly; Make (thread) By Twisting (cotton, 4334 Wool, Etc.); N:

Soporific : Sleep Producer 4310

Splenetic : Spiteful; Irritable; Peevish 4335

Sordid : Filthy; Foul; Base; Vile; Ex. Sordid Bed/story

Spoilsport : One Who Spoilthe Pleasure Of Others

4311

4336

Sound : In Good Condition; Showing Good Judgment Or 4312 Good Sense; Thorough; Complete; Ex. Sound Mind/investment/training Soupton : Suggestion; Hint; Taste 4313

Spontaneity : Lack Of Premeditation; Naturalness; 4337 Freedom From Constraint

Sour : Having A Sharp Or Acid Taste; Acid; Tart; Bad4314 Tempered; V:

Spoonerism : Accidental Transpositioof Sounds 4339 Isuccessive Words; Ex. ``let Me Sew You To Your Sheet'' For ``let Me Show You To Your Seat''; Cf. William Sporadic : Occurring Irregularly; Intermittent 4340

Sour : Having A Sharp Or Acid Taste; Acid; Tart; Bad4315 Tempered; V:

Spoof : Parody 4338

Sovereign : Ruler In A Monarchy; Adj: (of A Country) Sportive : Playful 4316 Independent And Self-Governing; Having Supreme Power; 4341 Supreme; Excellent Sovereignty : Complete Independence And SelfSprightly : Lively 4317 Government (of A Country); Supremacy Of Authority; 4342 Power To Govern Sow : Plant Or Scatter Seed Spruce : Neat And Trim Iappearance; Smart; Ex. Be 4318 4343 Spruce For Your Job Interview; V: Spangle : Small Metallic Piece Sewn To Clothing For 4319 Ornamentation Spare : Give; Use Frugally; Refrain From Harming; Save 4320 From Experiencing; Exempt; Ex. Spare Me 5 Minutes; Ex. Take Thimoney And Spare My Life; Ex. The Emperor Sparse : Not Thick; Thinly Scattered; Scanty 4321

Spry : Vigorously Active; Nimble 4344 Spume : Froth; Foam 4345 Spurious : False; Counterfeit; Forged; Illogical; Ex. 4346 Spurious Arguments

Spartan : Without Attentioto Comfort; Lacking Luxury And Spurn : Reject Disdainfully; Scorn; Ex. She Spurned All 4322 Comfort; Sternly Disciplined; Ex. Spartaliving 4347 Offers Of Help. Condition/life Spate : Suddeflood Or Rush; Ex. Spate Of Accidents Spurn : Reject; Scorn 4323 4348 Spatial : Relating To Space 4324

Squabble : Minor Quarrel; Bickering; V: Engage Ia Minor 4349 Quarrel; Ex. Squabbling Children

Spatula : Broad-Bladed Instrument Used For Spreading Or Squalid : Dirty; Neglected; Poor 4325 Mixing 4350

Squalor : Conditioof Being Squalid; Filth; Degradation; Stellar : Pertaining To The Stars; Of A Star Performer; 4351 Dirty Neglected State; Adj. Squalid: Dirty; Sordid; Morally 4376 Outstanding; Ex. Stellar Attraction Of The Entire Repulsive; Ex. Squalid Story Performance Squander : Waste Stem : Stop Or Check (the Flow Of); Ex. Stem The 4352 4377 Bleeding From The Slashed Artery; N: Maiaxis Of A Plant; Stalk Squash : Crush; Quash; Suppress Stench : Strong Foul Odor; Reek; Stink 4353 4378 Squat : Short And Thick; Stocky; Ex. Ugly Squat Tower; 4354 V: N: Squelch : Produce A Splashing Sound (when Stepping 4355 Through Mud); Crush; Squash; Cf. Staccato : Played Iaabrupt Manner; Marked By Abrupt 4356 Sharp Sound; Ex. Staccato Applause

Stentorian : Extremely Loud 4379 Stereotype : One Regarded As Embodying A Set Image 4380 Or Type; Fixed And Unvarying Representation; Standardized Mental Picture Often Reflecting Prejudice; Stereotyped : Fixed And Unvarying Representation 4381

Stagnant : (of Water) Not Flowing (often Bad-Smelling); 4357 Motionless; Stale; Not Developing; Inactive; Dull; Ex. Stagnant Industrial Output Staid : Serious And Sedate; Sober; Ex. Staid During The 4358 Funeral Ceremony

Sterile : Incapable Of Producing Young; Free From 4382 Microorganism; V: Sterilize

Stalemate : Deadlock; Situation In Which Further Action 4359 Is Blocked

Stickler : Perfectionist; Persowho Insists Things Be 4384 Exactly Right

Stalwart : Physically Strong; Brawny; Steadfast; Strong 4360 Imind Or Determination; Ex. Stalwart Supporter; N: Stalwart Follower Stamina : Strength; Staying Power 4361

Stickler : Perfectionist; Persowho Insists Things Be 4385 Exactly Right

Stern : Check The Flow 4383

Stifle : Suppress; Extinguish; Inhibit; Smother Or 4386 Suffocate

Stammer : Speak With Involuntary Pauseor Repetitions 4362

Stigma : Token Of Disgrace; Brand 4387

Stamp : Step On Heavily (so Ato Crush Or Extinguish); 4363 Put An End To; Imprint Or Impreswith A Mark, Design, Or Seal; Shape With A Die; Characterize; Ex. Machine Stamp : Step On Heavily (so Ato Crush Or Extinguish); 4364 Put An End To; Imprint Or Impreswith A Mark, Design, Or Seal; Shape With A Die; Characterize; Ex. Machine Stampede : Sudden Frenzied Rush (of Panic-Stricken 4365 Animalor People); V: Participate In Or Cause Stampede; Ex. Stampede Before The Price Rises Stanch : Stop Or Check Flow Of Blood; Ex. Stanch The 4366 Gushing Wound

Stink : Stench; V: Emit A Strong Foul Odor 4388 Stint : Supply; Allotted Demand; Assigned Portion Of 4389 Work Stipend : Pay For Services 4390 Stipple : Paint Or Draw With Dots Or Short Strokes 4391

Standstill : Condition Of No Movement Or Activity; Stop 4367

Stipple : Paint Or Draw With Dots Or Short Strokes 4392

Stanza : Division Of A Poem Start : Move Suddenly Or Involuntarily; Ex. Start At The 4369 Sight Of A Snake

Stock : Standard; Kept Regularly Istock Or Supply; 4393 Typical; Routine; Common; Ex. Stock Sizes Of Paper; Ex. Stock Excuse/character; N: Goods For Sale Ia Shop; Stockade : Woodeenclosure Or Pen; Fixed Line Of Posts 4394 Used As Defensive Barrier

Stately : Formal; Ceremonious; Grand In Style Or Size; 4370 Majestic

Stodgy : Dull; Stuffy; Boringly Conservative; Ex. Stodgy 4395 Book

4368

4371

Statue : Law

Stodgy : Dull; Stuffy; Boringly Conservative; Ex. Stodgy 4396 Book

Statutory : Created By Statute Or Legislative Action; 4372 Regulated By Statute; Ex. Statutory Age Limit

4397

Stoic : Person Who Is Indifferent To Pleasure Or Pain

Steadfast : Steadily Loyal; Unswerving; Steady

Stoke : To Feed Plentifully

4373

4398

Stealth : Action Of Moving Secretly Or Unseen; Slyness; 4374 Sneakiness; Secretiveness; Adj. Stealthy

4399

Stein : Beer Mug 4375

Stolid : Dull; Impassive Stoop : Bend Forward And Down; Lower Or Debase 4400 Oneself; Fall To A Lower Standard Of Behavior By Doing Something; Condescend; Ex. Stoop To Lying

Straggle : Stray Or Fall Behind (a Main Group); Spread 4401 Out In A Scattered Group; Ex. Straggling Marathon Racer; Ex. Straggling Branch Straggle : Stray Or Fall Behind (a Main Group); Spread 4402 Out In A Scattered Group; Ex. Straggling Marathon Racer; Ex. Straggling Branch Strangle : Kill By Choking Or Suffocating; Suppress 4403 Stratagem : Deceptive Scheme 4404 Stratified : Divided Into Classes; Arranged Into Strata; V: 4405 Stratify Stratum : Layer Of Earth's Surface; Layer Of Society

Subaltern : Subordinate 4426 Subdued : Less Intense; Quieter; Ex. Subdued Lighting; 4427 Ex. Subdue: Conquer; Make Less Intense; Quiet; Ex. Subdue One's Anger Subjective : Influenced By Personal Feelings; Occurring 4428 Or Taking Place Within The Mind; Unreal; Ex. Subjective Sensation Of The Ghostly Presence Sublimate : Refine; Purify; Replace (natural Urges) With 4429 Socially Acceptable Activities; Change Between A Solid State And A Gaseous State Sublime : Exalted; Noble; Uplifting 4430

4406

Subliminal : Below The Threshold Of Conscious 4431 Perception; Ex. Subliminal Advertisement

Strew : Spread Randomly; Sprinkle; Scatter; Ex. Flower 4407 Girl Strewing Rose Petals

Submerge : Place Under Water; Dip; Go Under Water; 4432 Cover Completely (awith Water); Ex. Submerged In Work

Striated : Marked With Parallel Bands; Striped; Grooved; Submerge : Place Under Water; Dip; Go Under Water; 4408 Ex. Striated Rocks; V: Striate; N: Stria: Thigroove Or Line 4433 Cover Completely (awith Water); Ex. Submerged In Work Stricture : Critical Comments; Severe And Adverse 4409 Criticism

Submissive : Yielding; Timid 4434

Strident : Loud And Harsh

Subordinate : Occupying A Lower Rank; Inferior; 4435 Submissive; N: V: Put In A Lower Rank Or Class

Strident : Loud And Harsh 4411

Suborn : Persuade To Act Unlawfully (especially To 4436 Commit Perjury); N: Subornation

Stringent : (of Rules) Binding; Rigid; Marked By Scarcity 4412 Of Money; Ex. Stringent Economic Conditions

4437

4410

Subsequent : Following; Later

Strut : Pompous Walk 4413

Subservient : Behaving Like A Slave; Servile; Obsequious 4438

Strut : Supporting Bar 4414

Subside : Settle Down; Descend; Grow Quiet 4439

Studied : Carefully Contrived; Calculated; Unspontaneous; Subsidiary : Subordinate; Secondary 4415 Deliberate; Thoughtful; Ex. Studied Remark 4440 Studious : Given To Diligent Study 4416 Stultify : Make Stupid Imind; Cause To Appear Or 4417 Become Stupid Or Inconsistent; Suppress; Frustrate Or Hinder; Ex. Stultifying Effect Of Uninteresting Work; Ex. Stultify : Make Stupid Imind; Cause To Appear Or 4418 Become Stupid Or Inconsistent; Suppress; Frustrate Or Hinder; Ex. Stultifying Effect Of Uninteresting Work; Ex. Stumble : Trip And Almost Fall; Proceed Unsteadily; Act 4419 Falteringly; N: Stupefy : Make Numb; Stun; Amaze 4420

Subsistence : Existence; Means Of Support; Livelihood 4442 Substantiate : Support (a Claim) With Evidence; Establish 4443 With Evidence; Verify Substantive : Substantial; Essential; Pertaining To The 4444 Substance; Substantial; Considerable; Ex. Substantive Issues Subsume : Include (as A Member Of A Group); 4445 Encompass

Stupor : State Of Apathy; Daze; Lack Of Awareness

Subsume : Include (as A Member Of A Group); 4446 Encompass

Sturdy : Strong And Firm (in The Body)

Subterfuge : Stratagem(deceptive Scheme); Pretense; 4447 Evasion; Ex. Resort To A Harmless Subterfuge

Stygian : Gloomy; Hellish; Deathly

Subtlety : Perceptiveness; Ingenuity; Delicacy; Adj. 4448 Subtle: Delicate; So Slight As To Be Difficult To Detect; Able To Make Fine Distinctions; Clever; Ex. Subtle Subtlety : Nicety; Cunning; Guile; Delicacy 4449

4421 4422 4423 Stymie : Present An Obstacle; Stump 4424 Suavity : Urbanity; Polish 4425

Subsidy : Direct Financial Aid By Government, Etc. 4441

Subtlety : Perceptiveness; Ingenuity; Delicacy; Adj. 4450 Subtle: Delicate; So Slight As To Be Difficult To Detect; Able To Make Fine Distinctions; Clever; Ex. Subtle

Subversive : Tending To Overthrow Or Ruin

4451

Superimpose : Place Over Something Else 4476

Succinct : Brief; Terse; Compact 4452

Supernal : Heavenly; Celestial 4477

Succor : Aid; Assistance; Relief 4453

Supernumerary : Person Or Thing In Excess Of What Is 4478 Necessary; Extra

Succor : Assist (someone In Difficulty); Aid; Comfort; N: 4454

Supersede : Cause To Be Set Aside; Replace 4479

Succulent : Juicy; Full Of Juice Or Sap; Full Of Richness; Supine : Lying Oback; Passive; Inactive; Ex. The 4455 Ex. Succulent Plant Such As A Cactus 4480 Defeated Pugilist Lay Supine; Ex. Supine Acceptance Of The Decision Succumb : Yield (to Something Overwhelming); Give In; Supplant : Replace; Usurp 4456 Die; Ex. Succumb To The Illness 4481 Suckle : Give Or Take Milk At The Breast Or Udder 4457

Supplant : Take The Place Of Unfairly; Usurp; Replace 4482

Suffocate : Die Or Kill From Lack Of Air; Suppress 4458

Suppliant : Entreating; Beseeching 4483

Suffragist : Advocate Of The Extensioof Voting Rights (for Supplicate : Petition Humbly; Pray To Grant A Favor 4459 Women); Cf. Suffrage 4484 Suffuse : Spread Through Or Over (with A Color Or Liquid); Supposition : Assumption; Hypothesis; Surmise; V: 4460 Charge; Ex. A Blush Suffused Her Cheeks. 4485 Suppose Suitor : Man Who Icourting A Woman

Supposititious : Assumed; Counterfeit; Hypothetical

4461

4486

Sully : Defile; Soil; Tarnish; Ex. Sully One's Hands 4462 Imenial Labor

Suppress : Put An End To Forcibly; Subdue; Stifle; 4487 Overwhelm; Inhibit The Expression Of; Check; Prevent From Being Published Or Made Public; Ex. Suppress A Surcease : Cessation 4488

Sultry : Sweltering 4463 Summation : Act Of Finding The Total; Summary 4464 Sumptuous : Grand Suggesting Great Expense; Lavish; 4465 Rich; Ex. Sumptuous Feast Sunder : Separate; Part 4466

Surfeit : Satiate; Feed Or Supply To Excess; Stuff; 4489 Indulge To Excess Ianything; N: Surfeiting; Excessive Amount; Ex. Surfeit Of Food Surfeit : Satiate; Feed Or Supply To Excess; Stuff; 4490 Indulge To Excess Ianything; N: Surfeiting; Excessive Amount; Ex. Surfeit Of Food Surge : Powerful Movement Of Or Like A Wave; V: 4491

Sundry : Various; Several 4467

Surly : Rude; Cross 4492

Superannuated : Retired On Pension Because Of Age 4468

Surmise : Guess 4493

Supercilious : Contemptuous; Haughty 4469

Surmount : Overcome 4494

Supercilious : Contemptuous; Haughty 4470

Surpass : Exceed 4495

4471

Supercilious : Contemptuous; Haughty

Surreptitious : Done Secretly; Secret; Furtive; Sneaky; 4496 Hidden

Supererogatory : Superfluous; More Thaneeded Or 4472 Demanded

4497

Superficial : Of The Surface; Not Deep; Shallow; Not 4473 Thorough; Trivial; Ex. Superficial Analysis/knowledge

4498

Superficial : Of The Surface; Not Deep; Shallow; Not 4474 Thorough; Trivial; Ex. Superficial Analysis/knowledge Superfluous : Excessive; Overabundant; Unnecessary 4475

Surveillance : Watching; Guarding Surveillance : Watching; Guarding Susceptible : Impressionable; Easily Influenced; 4499 Sensitive; Having Little Resistance As To A Disease; Likely To Suffer; Receptive To; Capable Of Accepting; Ex. Suspend : Cause To Stop For A Period; Interrupt; Hold In 4500 Abeyance; Defer; Hang From Above; Exclude For A Period From A Position; Ex. Suspended State; Ex.

Sustain : Suffer (harm Or Loss); Experience; Support; Tactile : Pertaining To The Organs Or Sense Of Touch 4501 Prop; Maintain; Keep In Existence; Nourish (to Maintain 4526 Life); Ex. Sustain The Family/the Trapped Miners Sustenance : Sustaining; Means Of Livelihood, Support, Taint : Contaminate; Cause To Lose Purity; Modify With A 4502 Food, Nourishment; Something That Maintains Life; Food 4527 Trace Of Something Bad; Ex. Tainted Reputation; N: Stain; Touch Of Decay Or Bad Influence; Cf. Touch Suture : Stitches Sewn To Hold The Cut Edges Of A Takeoff : Burlesque; Act Of Leaving The Ground 4503 Wound Or Incision; Material Used In Sewing 4528 Swagger : Walk Or Behave With An Over-Confident 4504 Manner

4529

Takeoff : Burlesque; Act Of Leaving The Ground

Swarm : Large Group Of Insectmoving In A Mass; Crowd 4505 Of People Or Animals; V: Move In A Crowd Or Mass

Talisman : Charm; Object Believed To Give Supernatural 4530 Powers To Or Protect Its Bearer

Swathe : Swath; Wrap Around; Bandage; Ex. One's Head Talon : Claw Of Bird 4506 Swathed Ibandages 4531 Sway : Swing From Side To Side; Influence (someone) To Tan : Convert (hide) Into Leather; Make Brown By 4507 Change One'opinion; N: 4532 Exposure To The Sun Swell : Long Wave Of Water That Movecontinuously 4508 Without Breaking; V:

Tan : Convert (hide) Into Leather; Make Brown By 4533 Exposure To The Sun

Swelter : (of A Person) Suffer From Oppressive Heat; Be 4509 Oppressed By Heat

Tangential : Peripheral; Only Slightly Connected; 4534 Digressing

Swerve : Deviate; Turaside Sharply From A Straight 4510 Course; Ex. Swerve From The Principle; Ex. The Car Swerved To The Right. Swill : Drink Greedily 4511

Tangible : Able To Be Touched; Real; Concrete; Palpable; 4535 Possible To Realize Or Understand; Ex. Tangible Proof Tanner : Persowho Turns Animal Hides Into Leather 4536

Swindler : Cheater 4512

Tantalize : Tease; Torture With Disappointment 4537

Swipe : Hit With A Sweeping Motion; N:

Tantamount : Equivalent In Effect Or Value; Ex. This 4538 Invasiois Tantamount To A Declaratioof War; Cf. Amount

Sybarite : Lover Of Luxury 4514

Tantrum : Fit Of Bad Temper; Fit Of Petulance; Caprice; 4539 Ex. The Child Went Into Tantrums.

Sycophant : Servile Flatterer; Bootlicker; Yes Man; Adj. 4515 Sycophantic

Tantrum : Fit Of Bad Temper; Fit Of Petulance; Caprice; 4540 Ex. The Child Went Into Tantrums.

Syllogism : Logical Formula Utilizing A Major Premise, A 4516 Minor Premise And A Conclusion

Taper : Very Thin Candle; Gradual Decrease Ithe Width Of 4541 A Long Object; V: Make Or Become Gradually Narrower Toward One End Tardy : Slow; Sluggish; Not On Time; Late; Ex. Tardy 4542 Arrival

4513

Sylvan : Pertaining To The Woods; Rustic 4517 Synchronous : Similarly Timed; Simultaneous With 4518

Tarn : Small Mountain Lake 4543

Synthesis : Combining Parts Into A Whole

Tarnish : Make Or Become Dull Or Discolored; N:

4519

4544

Synthetic : Not Natural; Artificial; Resulting From 4520 Synthesis; Ex. Synthetic Fiber; N:

4545

Tablet : Small Round Piece Of Medicine; Flat Piece Of 4521 Stone Or Metal Bearing An Inscription; Ex. Stone Tablet On The Wall Tacit : Understood (without Actually Being Expressed); 4522 Not Put Into Words; Ex. Tacit Agreement Taciturn : Habitually Silent; Talking Little

Tarry : Delay; Dawdle Tarry : Delay; Dawdle 4546 Tart : Sharp To The Taste; Acid-Tasting; Caustic; 4547 Sarcastic; Ex. Tart Apple/reply

4523

Tatter : Torn Piece Of Cloth; Adj. Tattered: (of Clothes) 4548 Old And Torn; (of A Person) Dressed In Old Torn Clothes

Tact : Skill Or Sensitivity In Dealing With People Without 4524 Causing Offence

4549

Tatterdemalion : Ragged Fellow

Tactful : Careful Not To Cause Offence; Op. Tactless 4525

Taunt : Deride Or Provoke; Challenge In Derision; N: 4550

Taunt : Deride Or Provoke; Challenge In Derision; N:

Tendentious : Promoting A Particular Point Of View; 4576 Biased; Having Aaim; Designed To Further A Cause; Ex. Tendentious Rather Thatruth-Seeking; Cf. Tend: Move Ia Taurine : Like A Bull Tendentious : Promoting A Particular Point Of View; 4552 4577 Biased; Having Aaim; Designed To Further A Cause; Ex. Tendentious Rather Thatruth-Seeking; Cf. Tend: Move Ia Taut : Tight; Strained; Tense; Ready; Op. Slack Tender : Offer Formally; Extend; Ex. Tender One's 4553 4578 Resignation/the Exact Fare; N: Formal Offer; Money; Ex. Legal Tender; Adj: Young And Vulnerable; Sensitive To Tautological : Needlessly Repetitious; Ex. ``it Was Visible Tenet : Doctrine; Dogma 4554 To The Eye''; 4579 4551

Tautology : Unnecessary Repetitions; Pleonasm 4555

Tenet : Doctrine; Dogma 4580

Tawdry : Cheap And Gaudy; Ex. Tawdry Jewelry 4556

Tensile : Capable Of Being Stretched; Of Tension; Ex. 4581 Tensile Rubber

Taxonomist : Specialist In Classifying (animals, Etc.); Cf. Tension : Stretching; Condition Of Being Stretched; 4557 Taxonomy: Science Of Classification 4582 Mental Strain; Strained Relationship Between Groupor People Tedious : Boring; Tiring Tentative : Not Fully Worked Out Or Developed; 4558 4583 Provisional; Experimental; Uncertain; Hesitant; Not Definite Or Positive; Ex. Tentative Agreement/reply Tedium : Boredom; Weariness; Adj. Tedious Tenuous : Thin; Rare; Slim 4559 4584 Teetotalism : Practice Of Abstaining Totally From 4560 Alcoholic Drinks; N: Teetotaler;; Adj. Teetotal; Cf. T + Total Temerity : Boldness; Nerve; Rashness; Ex. Temerity To 4561 Ask For A Pay Increase After Only Three Day's Work Temper : Moderate; Tone Down Or Restrain; Toughen 4562 (steel) Temperament : Characteristic Frame Of Mind; 4563 Disposition; Emotional Excess; Adj. Temperamental: Of Temperament; Having Frequent Changes Of Temper; Ex. Temperament : Characteristic Frame Of Mind; 4564 Disposition; Emotional Excess; Adj. Temperamental: Of Temperament; Having Frequent Changes Of Temper; Ex. Temperament : Characteristic Frame Of Mind; 4565 Disposition; Emotional Excess; Adj. Temperamental: Of Temperament; Having Frequent Changes Of Temper; Ex. Temperate : Moderate; Restrained; Self-Controlled; 4566 Moderate In Respect To Temperature; Cf. Temperance: Moderation And Self-Restraint; Abstinence Of Alcoholic Tempestuous : Stormy; Violent; Impassioned; N: 4567 Tempest: Violent Storm

Tepid : Lukewarm; Slightly Warm; Half-Hearted; Not 4585 Eager; Ex. Tepid Reactioto The New Film; Ex. Tepid Supporter Tepid : Lukewarm; Slightly Warm; Half-Hearted; Not 4586 Eager; Ex. Tepid Reactioto The New Film; Ex. Tepid Supporter Termagant : Shrew, Scolding, Brawling Woman 4587 Terminal : Part That Formthe End; Railroad Or Bustation; 4588 Adj. Forming An End; Ending In Death; Fatal; Ex. Terminal Cancer Terminate : Bring To An End 4589 Termination : End; V: Terminate 4590 Terminology : Terms Used In A Science Or Art 4591 Terminus : Last Stop Of Railroad 4592

Tempestuous : Stormy; Violent; Impassioned; N: 4568 Tempest: Violent Storm

4593

Terminus : Last Stop Of Railroad

Tempestuous : Stormy; Violent; Impassioned; N: 4569 Tempest: Violent Storm

4594

Terrapin : American Marsh Tortoise

Tempo : Speed Of Music 4570

Terrestrial : On The Earth 4595

Tenacious : Holding Fast 4571

Terse : Concise; Abrupt; Pithy 4596

Tenacity : Firmness; Persistency; Adhesiveness

Tertiary : Third

4572

4597

Tenancy : Possession Of Land Or Building By Rent; 4573 Period Of A Tenant'occupancy

4598

Tenant : One That Payrent To Use Property Owned By 4574 Another

4599

Tend : Have A Tendency; Take Care Of; Minister; Serve 4575 At; Apply One'attention; Attend

Testator : Maker Of A Will Testy : Irritable; Short-Tempered Tether : Tie (aanimal) With A Rope Or Tether; N: Rope Or 4600 Chaito Which Aanimal Is Tied; Limit Of One's Endurance; Ex. The End Of One's Tether

4601

Thematic : Relating To A Unifying Motif Or Idea

Timbre : Quality Of A Musical Tone Produced By A 4626 Musical Instrument

Theocracy : Government Of A Community By Religious 4602 Leaders

4627

Timidity : Lack Of Self-Confidence Or Courage

Theoretical : Based On Theory; Not Practical Or Applied; 4603 Hypothetical

Tinge : Give A Slight Degree Of A Color Or Quality To; N: 4628 Slight Degree Of A Color Or Quality; Ex. Tinged With Grey/jealousy Therapeutic : Curative; N: Therapy Tinge : Give A Slight Degree Of A Color Or Quality To; N: 4604 4629 Slight Degree Of A Color Or Quality; Ex. Tinged With Grey/jealousy Thermal : Pertaining To Heat; Producing Heat; Warm; Ex. Tint : Slight Degree Of Color; V: Give A Tint To 4605 Thermal Bath; N: Rising Current Of Warm Air 4630 Thesis : Opinion Put Forward And Supported By 4606 Reasoned Arguments Thespian : Pertaining To Drama 4607 Thrash : Beat With A Whip Or Flail; Defeat Utterly; Talk 4608 About Thoroughly In Order To Find The Answer; Move Wildly Or Violently; Ex. The Fishethrashed About In The Threadbare : Worthrough Till The Threads Show; Shabby 4609 And Poor; Hackneyed; Ex. Threadbare Excuses

Tipple : Drink (alcoholic Beverages) Frequently 4631 Tirade : Long Angry Denunciatory Speech; Diatribe; 4632 Harangue; Extended Scolding; Denunciation Titanic : Gigantic 4633 Tithe : Tax Of One-Tenth 4634

Threadbare : Worthrough Till The Threads Show; Shabby 4610 And Poor; Hackneyed; Ex. Threadbare Excuses

Titillate : Tickle; Excite Pleasantly; Ex. Not To Titillate 4635 The Audience But To Enlighteit

Threat : Sign Or Warning (of Coming Danger); Ex. Threat 4611 Of Rain; V: Expresa Threat; Give Warning Of (something Bad); Ex. The Cloud Threatenrain. Threnody : Song Of Lamentation; Dirge 4612

Title : Name (of A Book, Film, Etc.); Mark Of Rank; 4636 Formal Appellation As Of Rank Or Office (such As Lord Or General); Right Or Claim To Possession; Title : Name (of A Book, Film, Etc.); Mark Of Rank; 4637 Formal Appellation As Of Rank Or Office (such As Lord Or General); Right Or Claim To Possession; Titter : Nervous Laugh 4638

Thresh : Beat (cereal Plants) With A Machine Or Flail To 4613 Separate The Grainfrom The Straw Thrifty : Careful About Money; Economical 4614

Titter : Nervous Laugh 4639

Thrive : Prosper; Flourish

Titular : Of A Title; Iname Only; Nominal; Having The Title 4640 Of Aoffice Without The Obligations; Ex. Titular Head Of The Company Throb : (of A Heart Or Machine) Beat Rapidly Or Violently; Toady : Flatter Of Favors 4616 N: Ex. Hearthrob: Heartbeat; Sweetheart 4641 4615

Throes : Violent Anguish 4617

Toga : Roman Outer Robe 4642

Throng : Crowd

Token : Outward Sign; Ex. A Token Of Our Gratitude

4618

4643

Throttle : Strangle; Regulate The Speed Of With A 4619 Throttle; N: Valve That Regulates The Flow; Cf. Throat ?

Toll : Sound (a Large Bell) Slowly At Regular Intervals; N: 4644 Sound Of A Bell; Fixed Tax Or Charge

Thwart : Block Or Hinder; Baffle; Frustrate 4620

Tome : Large Volume; Book 4645

Thyme : Aromatic Plant Used For Seasoning 4621

Tonsure : Shaving Of The Head Especially By 4646 Persoentering Religious Orders; V:

Tickle : Touch (the Body) Lightly So Ato Cause Laughter; Topography : Physical Features Of A Region 4622 Please 4647 Tickle : Touch (the Body) Lightly So Ato Cause Laughter; Torpedo : Underwater Explosive Apparatus; V: 4623 Please 4648 Tightwad : Miser; Excessively Frugal Person 4624

Torpedo : Underwater Explosive Apparatus; V: 4649

Tiller : Handle Used To Move Boat's Rudder (to Steer) 4625

Torpid : Dormant; Dull; Lethargic 4650

Torpor : Lethargy; Sluggishness; Dormancy 4651

Transgression : Violation Of Law; Sin 4676

Torque : Twisting Force; Force Producing Rotation 4652

Transient : Fleeting; Quickly Passing Away; Staying For 4677 A Short Time

Torrent : Rushing Stream; Flood; Ex. The Raifell Itorrents.

Transition : Going From One State Of Action To Another

4653

4678

Torrid : (of Weather) Hot Or Scorching; Passionate; Ex. 4654 Torrid Love Affairs

4679

Torso : Trunk Of Statue With Head And Limbs Missing; 4655 Human Trunk

4680

Transition : Going From One State Of Action To Another Transitory : Impermanent; Fleeting

Tortilla : Flat Cake Made Of Cornmeal, Etc.

Translucent : Partly Transparent

4656

4681

Tortuous : Winding; Full Of Curves; Ex. Tortuous 4657 Mountairoad

4682

Toss : Throw Lightly; Move Or Lift (the Head) With A 4658 Sudden Motion; Flip (a Coin) To Decide Something

Transparent : Permitting Light To Pass Through Freely; 4683 Easily Detected; Obvious; Clear; Ex. Transparent Lie

Totem : Animal, Plant, Or Natural Object Serving Aa 4659 Symbol Of A Clan Or Family; Representation Of The Symbol Of A Clan; Ex. Totem Pole Totter : Shake Or Move Unsteadily; Sway As If About To 4660 Fall Touching : Causing A Feeling Of Pity Or Sympathy; 4661 Pathetic; V: Touch: Cause To Feel Pity Or Sympathy; Adj. Touched Touchstone : Stone Used To Test The Fitness Of Gold 4662 Alloys; Criterion

Transmute : Change; Convert To Something Different

Transpire : Exhale; Become Known; Happen 4684 Transpose : Reverse The Order Or Position Of 4685 Trappings : Outward Decorations; Ornaments 4686 Trappings : Outward Decorations; Ornaments 4687

Touchy : Over Sensitive; Easily Offended; Irascible; Traumatic : Pertaining To An Injury Caused By Violence 4663 Delicate; Needing Delicate Handling; Ex. Touchy Situation 4688 Toxic : Poisonous 4664 Tract : Propaganda Pamphlet (esp. By A Religious Or 4665 Political Group); Expanse Of Land; Regioof Indefinite Size; System Of Related Organs; Ex. Digestive Tract Tractable : Docile 4666 Traduce : Expose To Slander 4667

Travail : Strenuous Work; Toil; Painful Labor; Labor Of 4689 Childbirth Traverse : Go Through Or Across 4690 Travesty : Copy Or Example Of Something That 4691 Completely Misrepresents The True Nature Of The Real Thing; Comical Parody Or Imitation; Treatment Aimed At Tread : Walk; Trample; N: Grooved Face Of A Tire; 4692 Horizontal Part Of A Step

Trajectory : Path Taken By A Projectile; Ex. Trajectory Of Treasure : Keep Aprecious; Cherish 4668 A Bullet 4693 Tramp : Walk With A Heavy Step; Travel On Foot; N: 4669 Vagrant; One Who Travelaimlessly About; Long Walk; Sound Of Heavy Walking Trample : Step Heavily With The Feet; Crush Under The 4670 Feet Trance : Hypnotic State; Ecstatic State; Detachment 4671 From One'physical Surrounding (ain Contemplation Or Daydreaming); Cf. Transition Tranquillity : Calmness; Peace 4672

Treasure : Keep Aprecious; Cherish 4694 Treatise : Article Treating A Subject Systematically And 4695 Thoroughly Trek : Travel; Journey 4696 Trenchant : Cutting; Keen 4697

Transcend : Exceed; Surpass 4673

Trenchant : Cutting; Keen 4698

Transcendent : Exceeding Ordinary Limits; Superior; Trepidation : Fear; Trembling Agitation 4674 Surpassing; V: Transcend: Go Beyond; Exceed; Surpass; 4699 N: Transcendancy Transcribe : Copy; Write A Copy Of; N: Transcription Tribulation : Distress; Suffering 4675 4700

Tribunal : Court Of Justice

Truncate : Cut The Top Off

4701

4726

Tribune : Official Of Ancient Rome Elected By The 4702 Plebianto Protect Their Rights; Protector Of The People

4727

Tribute : Tax Levied By A Ruler; Payment Made By One 4703 Nation To Another In Acknowledgment Of Submission; Mark Of Respect (such As Praise Or Gift); Ex. Pay Tribute : Tax Levied By A Ruler; Payment Made By One 4704 Nation To Another In Acknowledgment Of Submission; Mark Of Respect (such As Praise Or Gift); Ex. Pay Tribute : Tax Levied By A Ruler; Payment Made By One 4705 Nation To Another In Acknowledgment Of Submission; Mark Of Respect (such As Praise Or Gift); Ex. Pay Trickle : Flow In Dropor In A Thin Stream; N: 4706

Truncate : Cut The Top Off; Shorten Trunk : Main Wooden Stem Of A Tree; Human Body 4728 Excluding The Head And Limbs; Torso; Prehensile Nose Of An Elephant Tryst : Meeting 4729 Tumid : (of A Part Of The Body) Swollen; Distended; 4730 Bombastic; Pompous Tumult : Commotion; Riot; Noise 4731

Trickster : Person Who Cheatpeople 4707

Turbid : Muddy; Having The Sediment Disturbed 4732

Trident : Three-Pronged Spear

Turbulence : State Of Violent Agitation

4708

4733

Trifle : Something Of Little Importance Or Value; Small 4709 Amount; Ex. A Trifle; V: Treat Without Seriousness; Flirt

4734

Turbulence : State Of Violent Agitation

Trifling : Trivial; Unimportant 4710

Tureen : Deep Table Dish For Holding Soup 4735

Trigger : Set Off; Start 4711

Turgid : Swollen; Distended 4736

Trilogy : Group Of Three Works 4712 Trim : Make Neat Or Tidy By Clipping; Reduce By 4713 Removing What Iunnecessary; Ornament; Decorate (round The Edges); Ex. Trim The Cost; Ex. Jacket Trinket : Knickknack; Bauble; Cheap Jewelry 4714

Turmoil : Extreme Confusion; Great Commotioand 4737 Confusion; Ex. Throw The Country Into Turmoil Turncoat : Traitor 4738 Turpitude : Depravity; Baseness; Ex. Moral Turpitude 4739

Trite : Hackneyed; Commonplace 4715

Turpitude : Depravity; Baseness; Ex. Moral Turpitude 4740

Trivia : Trifles; Unimportant Matters 4716

Tutelage : Guardianship; Training 4741

Trivia : Trifles; Unimportant Matters

Tutelage : Guardianship; Training

4717

4742

Troth : Pledge Of Good Faith Especially Ibetrothal; 4718 Betrothal; Ex. By My Troth

Tutelary : Protective; Pertaining To A Guardianship; Ex. 4743 Tutelary Deities

Trough : Long Narrow Container For Feeding Farm Tycoon : Wealthy And Powerful Businessperson; Wealthy 4719 Animals; Lowest Point (of A Wave, Business Cycle, Etc.); 4744 Leader; Magnate; Ex. Business Tycoon Long Narrow Depressioas Betweewaves Truckle : Curry Favor; Act In An Obsequious Way Typhoon : Tropical Hurricane Or Cyclone 4720 4745 Truculence : Aggressiveness; Ferocity; Adj. Truculent: 4721 Aggressive; Pugnacious; Fierce

Tyranny : Oppression; Cruel Government 4746

Truculent : Aggressive; Savage 4722

Tyro : Beginner; Novice 4747

Truism : Self-Evident Truth

Ulcer : Sore Place Appearing On The Skin Inside Or 4748 Outside The Body; Ex. Stomach Ulcer; Adj. Ulcerous; V: Ulcerate Trumpery : Objects That Are Showy, Valueless, Deceptive Ulterior : Intentionally Hidden; Beyond What Is Evident; 4724 4749 Situated Beyond; Unstated And Often Questionable; Ex. Ulterior Motive Trumpery : Objects That Are Showy, Valueless, Deceptive Ultimatum : Last Demand; Last Warning; Last Statement 4725 4750 Of Conditions That Must Be Met; Ex. They Have Ignored Our Ultimatum. 4723

Umbrage : Resentment; Anger; Sense Of Injury Or Insult; Unfettered : Liberated; Freed From Chains; V: Unfetter 4751 Ex. Take Umbrage At His Rudeness 4776 Unaccountable : Inexplicable; Impossible To Account For; Unfledged : Immature 4752 Unreasonable Or Mysterious 4777 Unassailable : Not Open To Attack; Impregnable; Not 4753 Subject To Question Unassuaged : Unsatisfied; Not Soothed

Unfrock : Strip A Priest Or Minister Of Church Authority 4778

4754

Ungainly : (of Someone) Awkward Imovement; Clumsy; (of 4779 Something) Unwieldy; Ex. Ungainly Dancer/instrument

Unassuming : Modest; Ex. The Champion's Unassuming 4755 Manner

4780

Unbridled : Violent; Uncontrolled; Ex. Unbridled 4756 Rage/greed

Uniformity : Sameness; Monotony; Adj. Uniform: The 4781 Same All Over

Uncanny : Strange; Mysterious; Ex. Uncanny Knack 4757 Unconscionable : Unscrupulous; Not Guided By 4758 Conscience; Excessive; Beyond Reason; Ex. Unconscionable Demand Uncouth : Outlandish; Clumsy; Boorish 4759 Unction : The Act Of Anointing With Oil; Ex. Extreme 4760 Unction

Unguent : Ointment

Unilateral : One-Sided; Involving Or Affecting Only One 4782 Side; Ex. Unilateral Declaration Unimpeachable : That Cannot Be Impeached; Beyond 4783 Doubt Or Question; Blameless And Exemplary Uninhibited : Unrepressed; Free In Behavior And Feelings 4784 Unintimidating : Unfrightening 4785

Unctuous : Oily; Bland; Insincerely Suave

Unique : Without An Equal; Single In Kind

4761

4786

Underhand : Done Slyly And Secretly (being Dishonest); 4762 A: (underhanded)

Unison : Unity Of Pitch (imusical Performance); Complete 4787 Accord; Ex. The Choir Sang Iunison.

Underlying : Lying Below; Fundamental 4763 Undermine : Weaken; Sap 4764

Universal : Characterizing Or Affecting All; General; 4788 Present Everywhere; Of The Universe; Cosmic; Ex. Universal Agreement; Ex. A Subject Of Universal Interest Unkempt : Disheveled; With Uncared-For Appearance 4789

Underscore : Underline; Emphasize

Unmitigated : (of Something Bad) Not Moderated; 4790 Unrelieved Or Immoderate; Without Qualification; Absolute; Ex. Unmitigated Disaster Understate : State With Lestruth Than Seemwarranted By Unravel : Disentangle; Solve 4766 The Facts; Ex. He Understated The Seriousnesof The 4791 Crime; N: Understatement; Op. Overstate Undertaker : Funeral Director; One Whose Businesito Unregenerate : Making No Attempt To Change One'bad 4767 Arrange Burials 4792 Practices 4765

Undulate : Move With A Wavelike Motion 4768

Unrequited : Not Requited; Not Reciprocated; Ex. 4793 Unrequited Love

Undulating : Moving With A Wavelike Motion; V: Undulate; Unruly : Disobedient; Lawless 4769 Cf. Und: Wave 4794 Unearth : Dig Up; Discover (facts) By Careful Searching; Unsavory : Distasteful; Disagreeable; Morally Offensive; 4770 Ex. He Unearthed Some Secrets About Her; Op. Conceal 4795 Ex. Unsavory Activity/reputation Unearthly : Not Earthy; Weird 4771

Unscathed : Unharmed; Ex. Escape The Accident 4796 Unscathed

Unequivocal : Plain; Obvious; Unmistakable

Unsightly : Ugly; Unpleasant To Look At

4772

4797

Unexceptionable : Entirely Acceptable; Not Offering Any 4773 Basis For Criticism

4798

Unsullied : Untarnished

Unfaltering : Steadfast 4774 Unfeigned : Genuine; Real 4775

Untenable : Insupportable 4799 Untoward : Unexpected And Adverse; Unfortunate Or 4800 Unlucky; Ex. Untoward Encounter

Unwarranted : Unjustified; Groundless; Undeserved 4801

Vagary : Capricious Happening; Caprice; Whim; Cf. 4826 Wander

Unwieldy : Awkward (to Carry Or Move); Cumbersome; 4802 Unmanageable

Vagrant : Wandering From Place To Place; Roving; Stray; 4827 Moving In A Random Fashion; Ex. Vagrant Thoughts; N: Vagrancy Unwitting : Not Knowing; Unaware; Unintentional; Ex. She Vain : Full Of Self-Admiration; Conceited; Without Result; 4803 Was Their Unwitting Accomplice; Ex. Unwitting Insult; Cf. 4828 Unsuccessful; N: Vanity Wit: Know Unwonted : Unaccustomed; Unusual; Ex. He Arrived With Vain : Full Of Self-Admiration; Conceited; Without Result; 4804 Unwonted Punctuality. 4829 Unsuccessful; N: Vanity Upbraid : Scold; Reproach 4805

Vainglorious : Boastful; Excessively Conceited 4830

Upright : (sitting Or Standing) Straight Up; Honest; Moral

Valediction : Saying Farewell; Expression Of Leave4831 Taking

Uproar : Noisy Confusion

Valid : Logically Convincing; Sound; Legally Acceptable; 4832 Effective; Ex. Valid Reasoning/passport

4806 4807 Uproarious : Marked By Commotioor Uproar; Very Noisy 4808 (esp. With Laughter); Hilarious; Causing Loud Laughter; Extremely Funny Upshot : Outcome 4809

Valor : Bravery 4833 Vampire : Ghostly Being That Sucks The Blood Of The 4834 Living

Urbane : Suave; Refined; Elegant 4810

Vanguard : Forerunners; Advance Forces 4835

Urchin : Mischievous Child (usually A Boy)

Vantage : Position Giving An Advantage

4811

4836

Urge : Drive Or Force Forward (by Causing Impulses); 4812 Drive To Take Action; Impel; Entreat Earnestly; Ex. Urge Horses; N: Impulse That Promptaction Urgent : Compelling Immediate Action; Pressing; 4813 Persistent; Importunate; Ex. Urgent In Hidemands

Vapid : Lacking Liveliness; Dull And Unimaginative; Insipid 4837 And Flavorless; Ex. Vapid Lecture Variegate : Change The Appearance Of (by Marking With 4838 Different Colors)

Ursine : Bearlike; Pertaining To A Bear

Varnish : Paint Used To Coat A Surface With A Glossy 4839 Film; Glossy Coating Produced By Using Thisubstance; Ex. Nail Varnish; V: Usurp : Seize Another's Power Or Rank (without Legal Vassal : In Feudalism, One Who Held Land Of A Superior 4815 Authority); Supplant; Appropriate; N: Usurpation; Cf. Take 4840 Lord For One's Owuse Usurpation : Act Of Seizing Power And Rank Of Another Vaunted : Boasted; Bragged; Highly Publicized 4816 4841 4814

Usury : Lending Money At Illegal Rates Of Interest 4817

Veer : Change In Direction 4842

Utopia : Imaginary Land With Perfect Social And Political Vegetate : Live In A Monotonous Way 4818 System 4843 Uxorious : Excessively Submissive Or Devoted To One's 4819 Wife; Cf. Uxor: Wife

Vellum : Parchment 4844

Vacillation : Fluctuation; Wavering

Velocity : Speed

4820

4845

Vacuous : Empty; Lacking Iideas; Inane; Stupid; Ex. 4821 Vacuous Expression; N: Vacuity

4846

Venal : Capable Of Being Bribed

Vagabond : Wanderer; Tramp

Vendetta : Blood Feud

4822

4847

Vagary : Capricious Happening; Caprice; Whim; Cf. 4823 Wander

4848

Vagary : Capricious Happening; Caprice; Whim; Cf. 4824 Wander

4849

Vagary : Capricious Happening; Caprice; Whim; Cf. 4825 Wander

4850

Vendor : Seller Veneer : Thin Layer; Cover Veneer : Thin Layer; Cover

Venerate : Revere; Treat With Great Respect 4851 Venial : Forgivable; Trivial 4852 Venison : The Meat Of A Deer 4853

Verity : Quality Of Being True; Lasting Truth Or Principle; 4876 Ex. The Verity Of His Testimony; Ex. One Of The Eternal Verities Vernacular : Living Language (as Compared To The 4877 Official Language); Language Spokeia Country Or Region; Natural Style; Ex. Lapse Into The Vernacular Vernal : Pertaining To Spring 4878

Venison : Meat Of A Deer; Cf. Cow: Beef; Cf. Pig: Pork, Versatile : Having Many Talents; Capable Of Working In 4854 Ham, Bacon; Cf. Calf: Veal; Cf. Sheep: Mutton; Cf. Lamb: 4879 Many Fields Lamb Venom : Poison (of Animal); Hatred; Ex. Remarks Full Of Vertebrate : Having A Backbone Or Spinal Column; N: 4855 Venom; Adj. Venomous 4880 Group Of Animalhaving A Segmented Spinal Column Vent : Small Opening; Outlet 4856

Vertebrate : Having A Backbone Or Spinal Column; N: 4881 Group Of Animalhaving A Segmented Spinal Column

Vent : Express; Utter 4857

Vertex : Summit 4882

Ventilate : Admit Fresh Air Into To Replace Stale Air 4858

Vertigo : Dizziness 4883

Ventral : Abdominal 4859

Verve : Enthusiasm; Liveliness 4884

Ventriloquist : Someone Who Can Make His Or Her Voice Vestige : Trace; Remains; Ex. Vestiges Of Some Ancient 4860 Seem To Come From Another Person Or Thing 4885 Religion Venture : Risk; Expose To Risk; Dare; Undertake A Risk; Vestige : Trace; Remains; Ex. Vestiges Of Some Ancient 4861 N: 4886 Religion Venture : Risk; Expose To Risk; Dare; Undertake A Risk; Veto : Vested Power To Reject A Bill; Exercise Of 4862 N: 4887 Thiright; V: Prevent Or Forbid By Exercising The Power Of Veto Venturesome : Bold Vex : Annoy; Distress 4863 4888 Veracious : Truthful 4864

Viable : Capable Of Maintaining Life; Feasible; Practical 4889 Or Workable; Ex. Viable Scheme

Veracity : Truthfulness; Adherence To The Truth 4865

Viand : Food 4890

Verbalize : To Put Into Words 4866

Vibrant : Full Of Vigor Or Energy; Vibrating 4891

Verbatim : Word For Word 4867 Verbiage : Pompous Array Of Words 4868

Vicarious : Experienced As If One Were Taking Part Ithe 4892 Experience Of Another; Done By A Deputy For Other People; Acting As A Substitute; Ex. Vicarious Thrill At Vicissitude : Change Of Fortune 4893

Verbose : Wordy

Vie : Contend; Compete

4869

4894

Verdant : Green; Covered With Greeplants Or Grass; 4870 Lush Ivegetation; Ex. Verdant Meadows

Vigil : Keeping Watch (during Normal Sleeping Hours); 4895 Ex. All-Night Vigil

Verdigris : Greecoating Or Patina Ocopper Which Has 4871 Beeexposed To The Weather

Vigilant : Watchful; On The Alert; Watchfully Awake; Alert 4896 To Spot Danger; N: Vigilance

Verge : Border; Edge, Rim, Or Margin; Ex. On The Verge Vigilante : One Who Without Authority Assumelaw 4872 Of: Very Near To; V: Border On 4897 Enforcement Powers Verisimilar : Having The Appearance Of Truth Or Reality; 4873 Probable Or Likely To Be True; Plausible

Vigilante : One Who Without Authority Assumelaw 4898 Enforcement Powers

Verisimilitude : Appearance Of Truth; Quality Of 4874 Appearing To Be True Or Real; Likelihood; Ex. Verisimilitude Of Her Performance As Lady Macbeth Veritable : Being Truly So; Real Or Genuine; Actual; Not 4875 False Or Imaginary

Vigilante : One Who Without Authority Assumelaw 4899 Enforcement Powers Vignette : Picture; Short Literary Sketch 4900

Vigor : Active Strength

Vivacious : Animated; Gay

4901

4926

Vile : Despicable; Unpleasant; Disgusting; Ex. Vile 4902 Slander

4927

Vile : Despicable; Unpleasant; Disgusting; Ex. Vile 4903 Slander

Vivid : (of Light Or Color) Bright And Distinct; Evoking 4928 Lifelike Mental Images; Ex. Vivid Red Hair/description

Vindictive : Disposed To Revenge; Vengeful; Out For 4904 Revenge; Spiteful; Intended To Cause Harm; Malicious; Ex. Vindictive Streak Vintner : Wine Merchant; Winemaker; Seller Of Wine 4905 Violate : Break (a Law); Defile; Desecrate; Assault 4906 Sexually; Ex. Violate Graves

Vivacious : Animated; Gay

Vivisection : Act Of Dissecting Living Animals 4929 Vixen : Female Fox; Ill-Tempered Woman 4930 Vociferous : Clamorous; Noisy 4931

Viper : Poisonous Snake 4907

Vogue : Popular Fashion; Ex. Jeans Became The Vogue. 4932

Virile : Manly; Having Masculine Spirit Or Strength; Full Of Volatile : Changeable; Of A Quickly Changing Nature (as 4908 Strength 4933 Of Temper); Mercurial; Tending To Violence; Evaporating Rapidly; Ex. Volatile Character/situatioithe Street Virtual : In Essence; Existing In Essence Though Not In Volition : Act Of Using One's Will; Act Of Making A 4909 Actual Form; For Practical Purposes; Ex. Virtual 4934 Conscious Choice; Ex. She Selected This Dress Of Her Ruler/space Own Volition. Virtue : Goodness; Moral Excellence; Good Quality; Volley : Simultaneoudischarge Of A Number Of Shots; V: 4910 Advantage; Ex. By Virtue Of; Ex. Make A Virtue Of 4935 Necessity Virtuoso : Highly Skilled Artist (esp. Imusic); Ex. Piano Voluble : Fluent; Glib 4911 Virtuoso 4936 Virulent : Extremely Poisonous 4912

Voluminous : Bulky; Large 4937

Virus : Disease Communicator 4913 Visage : Face; Appearance 4914 Visceral : Felt In One's Inner Organs 4915 Viscid : Adhesive; Gluey 4916 Viscous : Sticky; Gluey

Voluptuous : Sensual; Of Or Giving Sensual Pleasure; 4938 Indulging In Sensual Pleasures; Ex. Voluptuoulines; Ex. Voluptuoulife Of The Romans; N: Voluptuary: Voodoo : Religion Practiced Chiefly In Haiti 4939 Voracious : Ravenous; Eating Large Quantities Of Food; 4940 Exceedingly Eager; Insatiable; Ex. Voracious Animal/reader Vortex : Whirlwind; Whirlpool; Center Of Turbulence; 4941 Predicament Into Which One Is Inexorably Plunged

4917

Vouch : Give A Personal Guarantee; Ex. I Can Vouch For 4942 Hiintegrity; N: Voucher

Vise : Vice; Tool For Holding Work Iplace; Clamping 4918 Device

Vouchsafe : Grant Condescendingly; Guarantee; Ex. I 4943 Casafely Vouchsafe You Fair Returoyour Investment

Vision : Eyesight; Foresight; Mental Image Produced By 4919 The Imagination; Experience Of Seeing The Supernatural

Vulgar : Of The Common People; Deficient In Refinement; 4944 Not Refined; Coarse; Ex. Vulgar Display Of Wealth; N: Vulgarism: Vulgarity; Crudely Indecent Word; Cf. Vulgar : Of The Common People; Deficient In Refinement; 4945 Not Refined; Coarse; Ex. Vulgar Display Of Wealth; N: Vulgarism: Vulgarity; Crudely Indecent Word; Cf. Vulnerable : Susceptible To Wounds 4946

Visionary : Produced By Imagination; Fanciful; Mystical 4920 Vital : Vibrant And Lively; Critical; Living, Breathing 4921 Vitiate : Spoil The Effect Of; Make Inoperative 4922

Vulpine : Like A Fox; Crafty 4947

Vitreous : Pertaining To Or Resembling Glass 4923

Vulture : Carrion-Eating Birds 4948

Vitriolic : Corrosive; Sarcastic 4924 Vituperative : Abusive; Scolding 4925

Vying : Contending 4949 Wade : Walk Through A Substance, Such Awater, That 4950 Impedemovement

Waffle : Speak Equivocally About Aissue; N:

Waver : Move Or Swing Back And Forth; Be Uncertain Or 4976 Unsteady In Decision Or Movement; Ex. Wavering Between Accepting And Refusing Waft : Move Gently (iair Or Iseas) By Wind Or Waves; Ex. Wax : Increase; Grow 4952 Leaves Wafting Past The Window 4977 4951

Wag : Shake Repeatedly From Side To Side; Ex. The 4953 Dog Wagged Ittail; N: Humorouperson; Wit Wage : Begin And Continue (a War) 4954

Waylay : Ambush; Lie In Want 4978 Wean : Accustom A Baby Not To Nurse; Give Up A 4979 Cherished Activity

Waggish : Mischievous; Humorous; Tricky 4955

Weary : Tired After Long Work; V: 4980

Waif : Homeless Child Or Animal; Ex. Waifs And Strays 4956

Weather : Endure The Effect Of Weather Or Other Forces 4981

Waive : Give Up Temporarily; Yield

Weird : Eerie; Strange; Unnatural

4957

4982

Wake : Trail Of Ship Or Other Object Through Water; 4958 Path Of Something That Has Gone Before; Ex. Hunger Followed Ithe Wake Of The War Wallow : Roll Imud; Indulge In; (of A Ship) Roll Ia Rough 4959 Sea; Become Helpless; Ex. Wallow Ithe Mud/luxury

Well-Bred : Of Good Upbringing; Well-Mannered And 4983 Refined

Wallow : Roll Imud; Indulge In; (of A Ship) Roll Ia Rough 4960 Sea; Become Helpless; Ex. Wallow Ithe Mud/luxury

Welter : Confusion; Turmoil; Confused Mass; Bewildering 4985 Jumble; Ex. Welter Of Data

Wan : Having A Pale Or Sickly Color; Pallid 4961

Welt : Mark From A Beating Or Whipping 4984

Wheedle : Deceive, Persuade, Or Obtaiby Flattery; 4986 Cajole; Coax; Ex. Wheedle A Promise Out Of Her

Wanderlust : Strong Longing To Travel

Whelp : Young Wolf, Dog, Tiger, Etc.

4962

4987

Wangle : Achieve By Cleverness Or Trick; Wiggle Out; 4963 Fake; Ex. She Tried To Wangle Ainvitatioto The Party.

Whet : Sharpen; Stimulate; Ex. Whet Someone's 4988 Appetite

Wangle : Achieve By Cleverness Or Trick; Wiggle Out; 4964 Fake; Ex. She Tried To Wangle Ainvitatioto The Party.

Whiff : Puff Or Gust (of Air, Scent, Etc.); Short-Lasting 4989 Smell; Hint; Ex. Whiff Of Perfume/scandal

Wanton : Unrestrained; Gratuitously Cruel; Willfully 4965 Malicious; Unchaste; Sexually Improper; Promiscuous; Ex. Wantospending/killing; Cf. Having No Just Cause Ward : Administrative Division Of A City; Division In A 4966 Hospital Or Prison; Incompetent Person Placed Under The Protection Of A Guardian; V: Guard; Ward Off: Avert Warp : Twist Out Of Shape; N: 4967

Whiff : Puff Or Gust (of Air, Scent, Etc.); Short-Lasting 4990 Smell; Hint; Ex. Whiff Of Perfume/scandal

Warrant : Justification; Written Order That 4968 Serveaauthorization (esp. A Judicial Writ); Ex. Search/death Warrant; V: Justify; Guarantee Warranted : Justified; Authorized 4969

Whimsy : Whim; Tendency To Behave Amusingly 4993 Strangely; Ex. Story Full Of Whimsy

Warranty : Guarantee; Assurance By Seller

Whim : Sudden Capriciouidea; Fancy 4991 Whimsical : Capricious; Fanciful; Quaint 4992

Whimsy : Whim; Tendency To Behave Amusingly 4994 Strangely; Ex. Story Full Of Whimsy

4970

Whine : Complain (in A Sad Voice); Make A High Sad 4995 Sound (ain Pain Or Supplication)

Warren : Tunnels In Which Rabbits Live; Crowded 4971 Conditions In Which People Live

4996

Whinny : Neigh Like A Horse

Wary : Very Cautious 4972 Wastrel : Profligate

Whittle : Pare; Cut Away Thibits (from Wood); Fashioithis 4998 Way; Reduce Gradually; Trim

Wastrel : Profligate

Wholesome : Conducive To Mental Or Physical Health; 4999 Healthful

Wastrel : Profligate

Whorl : Ring Of Leaves Around Stem; Ring; Circular 5000 Arrangement; Ex. Whorls Othe Fingers

4973 4974 4975

Whit : Small Amount; Smallest Speck; Ex. Not A Whit Of 4997

Wiggle : Wriggle; Move From Side To Side With Irregular 5001 Twisting Motions

Wrangle : Quarrel; Obtain Through Arguing 5026

Willful : Intentional; Headstrong 5002

Wrath : Anger; Fury 5027

Willowy : Flexible; Pliant; Slender; Cf. Willow 5003

Wrath : Anger; Fury 5028

Wilt : Loose Freshness; Droop 5004

Wreak : Inflict; Ex. Wreak One's Vengeance On 5029

5005

Wily : Cunning; Artful

Wrench : Twist; Pull; Strain; Ex. He Wrenched The Gun 5030 Out Of Her Hands.

Wince : Move Back Suddenly; Shrink Back; Flinch; Ex. 5006 She Winced As She Touched The Cold Body.

Wrest : Obtaiby Pulling Violently; Pull Away; Take By 5031 Violence; Ex. Wrest Victory From Their Grasp

Windfall : Unexpected Lucky Event

Wretch : Miserable Person; Bad Or Despicable Person; 5032 Adj. Wretched: Miserable; Bad; Contemptible; Vile

Winnow : Sift; Separate Good Parts From Bad

Wring : Twist (to Extract Liquid); Extract By Twisting; 5033 Wrench Painfully (neckor Hands)

Winsome : Agreeable; Gracious; Engaging

Wrinkle : Small Ridge On A Smooth Surface (face Or 5034 Cloth); V:

Wisp : Small Bunch (of Hair); Faint Streak (of Smoke)

Writ : Writtecommand Issued By A Court (telling 5035 Someone To Do Or Not To Do Something)

5007 5008 5009 5010 Wispy : Thin; Slight; Barely Discernible 5011

Writhe : Squirm; Twist 5036

Wistful : Vaguely Longing; Sadly Thoughtful 5012

Wrongheaded : Stubbornly Wrong 5037

Withdrawn : Introverted; Retiring; Remote 5013

Wry : Twisted; With A Humorous Twist 5038

Wither : Shrivel; Decay

Xenophobia : Fear Or Hatred Of Foreigners

5014

5039

Withhold : Refuse To Give; Hold Back; Ex. Withholding 5015 Tax

5040

Withstand : Stand Up Against; Resist Successfully 5016

Yen : Strong Desire; Longing; Urge; Ex. Yen For Travel Yeoman : Man Owning Small Estate; Middle-Class 5041 Farmer

Witless : Foolish; Idiotic 5017

Yield : Amount Produced; Crop; Income On Investment 5042

Witticism : Witty Saying; Facetious Remark 5018

Yield : Give In; Surrender 5043

Wizardry : Sorcery; Magic

Yoke : Join Together; Unite

5019

5044

Wizened : Shriveled; Withered; Ex. Wizened Apple/old 5020 Lady

5045

Woe : Great Sorrow; Deep Inconsolable Grief; Affliction; 5021 Suffering; Ex. Financial Woes

5046

Woeful : Sad; (of Something Bad) Deplorable; Deplorably 5022 Bad; Ex. Woeful Housing Conditions

5047

Wont : Custom, Habitual Procedure

Yokel : Country Bumpkin Yore : Time Long Past; Ex. Ithe Days Of Yore Zany : Crazy; Comic

5023

Zeal : Eager Enthusiasm (to A Cause Or Ideal); Adj. 5048 Zealous

Worldly : Engrossed In Matters Of This Earth; Not 5024 Spiritual

5049

Zealot : Fanatic; Person Who Shows Excessive Zeal

Wraith : Ghost; Phantom Of A Living Person 5025

Zenith : Point Directly Overhead In The Sky; Summit 5050

Zephyr : Gentle Breeze; West Wind 5051 Zest : Outer Skin Of An Orange Used For Giving A 5052 Special Taste To Food; Spice; Interest; Flavor; Spirited Enjoyment; Ex. Add A Certain Zest To The Affair; Ex.