American schools grade 2-12
Study on Your Phone
K12 - 10th Grade
(434 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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asperity | noun | Harshness or sharpness of tone, temper, or manner |
bane | noun | A cause of great distress or annoyance |
baneful | adj. | Causing harm or ruin |
buffoon | noun | A person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior |
abstract | adj. | Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence |
doleful | adj. | Expressing sorrow or sadness |
extrovert | noun | A person who is outgoing and enjoys being around others |
extroverted | adj. | Outgoing and socially confident |
garish | adj. | Excessively bright or showy |
admonish | verb | To warn or reprimand someone firmly |
hierarchy | noun | A system where people or things are ranked one above the other according to status or authority. |
imbue | verb | To fill or inspire with a feeling or quality |
instigate | verb | To provoke or stir up |
penchant | noun | A strong liking or preference for something |
advocate | verb | To support or argue for a cause or policy |
rambunctious | adj. | Uncontrollably energetic and noisy |
repertoire | noun | A collection of skills or pieces a person can perform or use |
rudiment | noun | Basic principle or element |
undermine | verb | To weaken or damage something gradually |
alternative | noun | A choice or option that is available instead of something else. |
unremitting | adj. | Never relaxing or slackening; persistent |
adjudicate | verb | To make an official decision about who is right in a dispute |
adjudicator | noun | A person who makes a formal judgment or decision |
centennial | adj. | Relating to a 100th anniversary |
ambiguous | adj. | Having more than one possible meaning |
countenance | noun | A person's face or facial expression |
disgruntle | verb | To make dissatisfied or irritated |
equilibrium | noun | A state of balance between opposing forces or actions |
expedite | verb | To speed up a process or action |
analogy | noun | A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification |
expeditious | adj. | Done with speed and efficiency |
gird | verb | To encircle or bind with a belt or band |
gratuitous | adj. | Unnecessary or unwarranted |
illusory | adj. | Based on illusion; not real |
anarchy | noun | A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority |
implacable | adj. | Unable to be calmed or pacified |
luminary | noun | A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field |
manifesto | noun | A public declaration of intentions, motives, or views, especially of a political nature |
mesmerize | verb | To capture someone's complete attention, often in a spellbinding way |
assimilate | verb | To absorb or integrate into a wider society or culture |
precedent | noun | An earlier event or action that serves as an example or guide |
spurious | adj. | Not genuine or authentic |
curtail | verb | To reduce or limit something |
discriminate | verb | To treat a person or group unfairly based on differences |
augment | verb | To make something larger or more substantial |
discrimination | noun | Unjust treatment of different categories of people, especially on grounds of race, age, or sex |
espionage | noun | The practice of spying or using spies to obtain information |
inalienable | adj. | Not able to be taken away or transferred |
incarcerate | verb | To confine in a prison |
authentic | adj. | Genuine or real; not fake |
incarceration | noun | The state of being confined in prison |
indignity | noun | Treatment that causes one to feel shame or loss of dignity |
indiscriminate | adj. | Lacking careful choice or planning |
infamous | adj. | Well-known for a bad quality or deed |
belligerent | adj. | Hostile and aggressive |
infamy | noun | The state of being well known for a bad quality or deed |
intercede | verb | To intervene on behalf of another |
malign | verb | To speak about someone in a spitefully critical manner |
perpetrate | verb | To carry out or commit a harmful, illegal, or immoral action |
bolster | verb | To support or strengthen |
perpetrator | noun | A person who carries out a harmful, illegal, or immoral act |
rampant | adj. | Spreading unchecked and uncontrolled |
rancor | noun | Bitter, long-lasting resentment |
reparation | noun | Compensation given for a wrong or injury |
bureaucratic | adj. | Related to the business of running an organization, or overly concerned with procedure and rules. |
smattering | noun | A small amount or slight knowledge of something |
accolade | noun | An award or expression of praise |
adamant | adj. | Unyielding in attitude or opinion |
adulate | verb | To excessively praise or admire someone |
coalition | noun | A group formed for a common purpose |
adulation | noun | Excessive admiration or praise |
altercation | noun | A noisy argument or disagreement |
annals | noun | A record of events, often yearly |
assiduous | adj. | Showing great care and perseverance |
cohesive | adj. | Sticking together or being united |
chary | adj. | Cautious or wary |
clique | noun | A small, exclusive group of people |
decrepit | adj. | Worn out or ruined because of age or neglect. |
endow | verb | To provide with a quality, ability, or asset |
collaborate | verb | To work jointly on an activity or project. |
endowment | noun | A financial donation given to an institution |
ephemeral | adj. | Lasting for a very short time |
ingratiate | verb | To gain favor by deliberate efforts |
pantheon | noun | A temple dedicated to all gods |
comply | verb | To act in accordance with a wish or command |
perverse | adj. | Deliberately behaving in an unreasonable or unacceptable way |
perversity | noun | Deliberate and stubborn resistance to guidance or discipline |
tutelage | noun | Guidance or instruction provided by a mentor or teacher |
acrimony | noun | Bitterness or ill feeling |
concurrent | adj. | Happening or existing at the same time |
acrimonious | adj. | Angry and bitter |
affinity | noun | A natural liking or attraction to something or someone |
ambivalent | adj. | Having mixed feelings |
ambivalence | noun | The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone |
connotation | noun | An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning. |
cessation | noun | The act of stopping something |
emaciated | adj. | Abnormally thin or weak, usually due to illness or lack of food |
enclave | noun | A distinct area or group enclosed or isolated within a larger one |
engender | verb | To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition |
contingent | adj. | Dependent on something else |
exacerbate | verb | To make a situation worse |
illicit | adj. | Not allowed by law or rules |
indigenous | adj. | Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place |
inexorable | adj. | Impossible to stop or prevent |
criteria | noun | Standards or principles used to judge or decide something |
infatuated | adj. | Having an intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone or something. |
infatuation | noun | An intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone or something. |
insatiable | adj. | Impossible to satisfy |
poignant | adj. | Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret |
demeanor | noun | A person's outward behavior or manner |
proselytize | verb | To try to convert someone to a different belief or opinion |
ameliorate | verb | To make a bad situation better |
baleful | adj. | Threatening harm or evil |
berate | verb | To scold or criticize angrily |
deplore | verb | To express strong disapproval of something |
circumvent | verb | To find a way around an obstacle or problem |
compunction | noun | A feeling of guilt or moral scruple |
condone | verb | To accept or allow behavior that is considered wrong |
diminutive | adj. | Extremely small in size |
derogatory | adj. | Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude |
euphemism | noun | A mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one considered too harsh or blunt. |
expendable | adj. | Not necessary or worth keeping; able to be sacrificed |
heresy | noun | Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine |
heretical | adj. | Holding an opinion that is at odds with what is generally accepted, especially in religion |
disparity | noun | A great difference or inequality |
infirmity | noun | Physical or mental weakness |
infirm | adj. | Weak or frail, especially due to old age or illness |
profane | adj. | Showing disrespect toward sacred things |
recompense | verb | To give something to someone as a reward or as a payment for loss or suffering |
disseminate | verb | To spread information widely |
repast | noun | A meal or the food served at a meal |
servitude | noun | The state of being under the control of someone else |
castigate | verb | To criticize someone severely |
colloquial | adj. | Used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary. |
dissident | noun | A person who opposes official policy, especially that of an authoritarian state. |
colloquialism | noun | Informal expression |
epitaph | noun | An inscription on a tombstone in memory of the person buried there |
exodus | noun | A mass departure of people |
inter | verb | To place a dead body in a grave or tomb |
distraught | adj. | Deeply upset and agitated |
interment | noun | The act of burying a dead body |
lacerate | verb | To tear or cut deeply |
laceration | noun | A deep cut or tear in skin or flesh |
largesse | noun | Generous giving of gifts or money |
divert | verb | To change the direction or path of something |
obituary | noun | A notice of a person's death, usually with a brief biography. |
omnivorous | adj. | Eating both plants and animals. |
permeate | verb | To spread throughout something |
rendition | noun | A performance or interpretation, especially of a musical or dramatic work |
docile | adj. | Easily taught, led, or controlled |
resurgence | noun | A revival or increase after a period of little activity or decline. |
stereotype | noun | A widely held but fixed and oversimplified idea of a particular type of person or thing |
stipend | noun | A fixed regular sum paid as a salary or allowance |
subservient | adj. | Excessively willing to obey others |
dormant | adj. | In a state of rest or inactivity |
adjacent | adj. | Next to or adjoining something else |
beset | verb | To trouble or threaten persistently. |
cede | verb | To give up control or possession of something, often unwillingly. |
circuitous | adj. | Not direct or straightforward |
egocentric | adj. | Focused on oneself and lacking consideration for others |
desultory | adj. | Lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm |
galvanize | verb | To stimulate or excite into action |
implement | verb | To put into effect or action |
inconsequential | adj. | Not important or significant |
elusive | adj. | Difficult to find, catch, or achieve |
magnitude | noun | The size or extent of something |
materialize | verb | To become real or actual |
muster | verb | To gather or bring together |
prohibitive | adj. | Excessively high or difficult to afford |
emulate | verb | To try to be like someone or something admired |
reminisce | verb | To recall past experiences |
reminiscence | noun | A memory or recollection of past events |
reminiscent | adj. | Tending to remind one of something |
vanguard | noun | The leading position in a movement or field. |
equitable | adj. | Fair and impartial |
visionary | adj. | Having or showing clear ideas about what should happen or be done in the future |
cautionary | adj. | Serving as a warning |
constrain | verb | To restrict or limit someone or something |
constraint | noun | A limitation or restriction |
estrange | verb | To cause someone to be no longer close or affectionate to someone else |
flotilla | noun | A fleet of small ships |
gossamer | noun | A fine, light, delicate material or substance |
ignominious | adj. | Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame |
incur | verb | To bring upon oneself |
fabricate | verb | To construct or manufacture |
liquidate | verb | To convert assets into cash |
magnate | noun | A wealthy and influential person in business |
misnomer | noun | An incorrect or inappropriate name for something. |
onerous | adj. | Involving a great deal of effort and difficulty |
facilitate | verb | To make an action or process easier |
pandemonium | noun | Wild and noisy disorder or confusion |
quixotic | adj. | Unrealistically idealistic |
tenacious | adj. | Holding firmly to something |
tenacity | noun | The quality of being determined and persistent |
fraudulent | adj. | Involving deception, especially criminal deception |
vestige | noun | A small remaining part of something that once existed |
zephyr | noun | A gentle, mild breeze |
attest | verb | To provide evidence or proof |
axiom | noun | A statement or principle that is generally accepted as true |
heinous | adj. | Extremely wicked or shockingly evil |
axiomatic | adj. | Self-evident or universally accepted as true |
churlish | adj. | Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way |
concoct | verb | To prepare by mixing ingredients |
concoction | noun | A mixture of various ingredients or elements. |
imminent | adj. | About to happen soon |
derivative | noun | A form that is based on another source |
differentiate | verb | To recognize or express the difference between things |
disparage | verb | To speak about someone or something in a way that shows strong disapproval |
disparaging | adj. | Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth. |
impetuous | adj. | Acting quickly and without thought or care |
dissipate | verb | To scatter or disperse |
esoteric | adj. | Intended for or understood by only a small group with specialized knowledge |
olfactory | adj. | Related to the sense of smell |
plethora | noun | An excessive amount |
incongruous | adj. | Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects. |
refurbish | verb | To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building |
secrete | verb | To produce and release a substance, often in a biological context |
vagary | noun | An unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or someone's behavior. |
volatile | adj. | Likely to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse. |
inherent | adj. | Existing as a natural and essential part of something |
agrarian | adj. | Related to farming or rural matters |
burgeon | verb | To grow or develop rapidly |
cataclysm | noun | A large-scale and violent event in the natural world. |
cataclysmic | adj. | Causing great destruction or upheaval |
lax | adj. | Not strict or severe; careless or negligent |
culinary | adj. | Related to cooking or the kitchen |
denigrate | verb | To criticize unfairly or belittle |
gourmet | noun | A person with a refined taste for food and drink |
grandiloquent | adj. | Using lofty, pompous language |
meticulous | adj. | Showing great attention to detail |
grandiloquence | noun | A pompous or extravagant manner of speaking |
hybrid | noun | A combination of two different elements, often referring to plants or animals that result from crossbreeding. |
manifold | adj. | Many and various |
palatable | adj. | Having a pleasant taste |
negligent | adj. | Failing to take proper care in doing something |
panacea | noun | A solution for all problems or difficulties |
plebeian | adj. | Relating to the common people; lacking refinement |
scourge | noun | A cause of great suffering or a severe affliction |
stalemate | noun | A situation where no progress can be made |
nonchalant | adj. | Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed |
temperate | adj. | Moderate or mild, especially in climate |
aftermath | noun | The consequences or results following an event, especially a disastrous one. |
aphorism | noun | A brief saying that expresses a general truth or principle |
catharsis | noun | The process of releasing strong emotions |
oblivious | adj. | Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one |
cathartic | adj. | Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions |
cohort | noun | A group of people with a shared characteristic, often used in statistical studies. |
culpable | adj. | Deserving blame |
culpability | noun | Responsibility for a fault or wrong |
obscure | adj. | Not clear or hard to understand |
diabolical | adj. | Extremely evil or cruel |
enormity | noun | The great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong |
gibe | verb | To make mocking or taunting remarks |
innocuous | adj. | Not harmful or offensive |
omnipotent | adj. | Having unlimited power |
necessitate | verb | To make something necessary |
odyssey | noun | A long, adventurous journey |
partisan | noun | A strong supporter of a party, cause, or person |
posterity | noun | Future generations or descendants |
opportune | adj. | Occurring at a favorable or appropriate time |
premeditated | adj. | Planned or thought out in advance. |
scurrilous | adj. | Making or spreading scandalous claims with the intention of damaging someone's reputation |
adjunct | noun | Something added or connected to a larger or more important thing |
belie | verb | To give a false impression |
oppose | verb | To disapprove or fight against |
carnage | noun | Large-scale killing or destruction of life |
dilemma | noun | A situation requiring a choice between equally undesirable alternatives |
diverse | adj. | Showing a great deal of variety |
diversity | noun | The state of having a range of different things or people |
perfunctory | adj. | Done with minimal effort or reflection |
eradicate | verb | To completely eliminate or destroy |
flout | verb | To openly disregard a rule or law |
foment | verb | To instigate or stir up trouble or rebellion |
insurrection | noun | A violent uprising against an authority or government |
precarious | adj. | Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. |
mandatory | adj. | Required by law or rules; compulsory |
mitigate | verb | To make something less severe or serious |
pretext | noun | A false reason given to hide the real reason |
singular | adj. | Exceptionally good or great |
precipitate | verb | To cause something to happen suddenly or sooner than expected |
somnolent | adj. | Sleepy or drowsy |
stalwart | adj. | Loyal and reliable |
aberration | noun | Something that departs from what is normal or expected |
antiquated | adj. | Outdated or old-fashioned |
preclude | verb | To prevent something from happening or make it impossible |
celestial | adj. | Related to the sky or outer space |
certitude | noun | Absolute certainty or conviction |
disburse | verb | To pay out money, especially from a fund |
galaxy | noun | A vast system of stars, gas, and dust bound together by gravity |
preposterous | adj. | Completely absurd or ridiculous |
intractable | adj. | Difficult to manage or control |
juncture | noun | A specific point in time, especially one made critical by a concurrence of circumstances. |
juxtapose | verb | To place side by side for comparison or contrast |
juxtaposition | noun | The act of placing things side by side for comparison or contrast |
proficient | adj. | Skilled and experienced at doing something |
maelstrom | noun | A powerful whirlpool |
optimum | adj. | Most favorable or best condition |
pillory | verb | To publicly criticize or ridicule |
proliferate | verb | To increase rapidly in numbers or spread quickly |
propensity | noun | An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way |
proliferation | noun | Rapid increase in numbers or spread |
remiss | adj. | Negligent in the performance of one's duty |
titanic | adj. | Extremely large or powerful |
titan | noun | A person or thing of enormous size, strength, or influence |
qualitative | adj. | Relating to the quality or characteristics of something rather than its quantity |
abominate | verb | To feel intense dislike or hatred |
abominable | adj. | Causing moral revulsion |
abridge | verb | To shorten a text without losing the main idea |
abridged | adj. | Shortened by having some parts removed |
quantitative | adj. | Related to measuring or expressed as a quantity |
animosity | noun | Strong hostility or opposition |
auspicious | adj. | Favorable or promising success |
beleaguer | verb | To cause constant or repeated trouble for |
confidant | noun | A trusted person with whom one shares personal matters |
recalcitrant | adj. | Stubbornly resisting authority or control |
constituent | noun | A component part of something |
iniquitous | adj. | Grossly unfair or morally wrong |
inure | verb | To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant |
inveigh | verb | To speak or write with great hostility |
redeem | verb | To compensate for faults or bad aspects |
predecessor | noun | A person who held a job or position before someone else. |
sabotage | verb | To deliberately destroy or obstruct something, especially for political or military advantage. |
sadistic | adj. | Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others |
scathing | adj. | Severely critical or harsh |
rejuvenate | verb | To make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively |
transpire | verb | To occur or happen |
aura | noun | A distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround a person or thing |
banal | adj. | Lacking originality or freshness |
bemuse | verb | To confuse or puzzle someone |
relegate | verb | To assign to a lower position or rank |
cognizant | adj. | Being aware or having knowledge of something |
cognizance | noun | Awareness or knowledge of something |
conundrum | noun | A confusing or difficult problem or question. |
evanescent | adj. | Quickly fading or disappearing |
relinquish | verb | To voluntarily give up or let go of |
factotum | noun | A person who does all sorts of work; a handyman or servant |
grandiose | adj. | Impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, often to an excessive degree |
induce | verb | To cause something to happen |
intransigent | adj. | Unwilling to change one's views or to agree about something |
repugnant | adj. | Causing a strong feeling of dislike or disgust |
intransigence | noun | Unwillingness to change one's views or agree |
laudatory | adj. | Expressing praise or commendation |
panache | noun | Distinctive and stylish flair |
picayune | adj. | Of little value or importance |
resilient | adj. | Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions |
predilection | noun | A strong liking or preference for something |
promontory | noun | A high point of land extending into a body of water |
aggregate | verb | To collect or gather into a whole |
allocate | verb | To distribute resources or duties for a particular purpose |
retrospect | noun | Reviewing past events or situations |
augur | verb | To predict a good or bad outcome |
bastion | noun | A fortified place or stronghold |
decorum | noun | Proper behavior and good taste |
defunct | adj. | No longer existing or functioning |
sanction | noun | A penalty for disobeying a rule or law |
disarray | noun | A state of disorganization or untidiness |
halcyon | adj. | Peaceful and happy |
homily | noun | A religious talk or sermon, usually based on a passage from the Bible, given during a church service. |
hyperbole | noun | Exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally |
spontaneous | adj. | Happening naturally without planning |
importune | verb | To ask persistently and urgently |
jurisdiction | noun | The official power to make legal decisions and judgments. |
ruminate | verb | To think deeply or repeatedly about something |
rumination | noun | Deep or considered thought about something |
static | adj. | Unchanging or lacking movement |
temerity | noun | Excessive confidence or boldness |
winnow | verb | To remove chaff from grain by blowing air on it |
acoustic | adj. | Related to sound or the sense of hearing |
acoustics | noun | The qualities of a room that determine how sound is transmitted |
stringent | adj. | Strict and precise |
assemblage | noun | A collection or gathering of things or people |
august | adj. | Inspiring admiration or respect |
auspices | noun | Support or guidance |
cavil | verb | To make petty or unnecessary objections. |
subordinate | adj. | Lower in rank or position |
curator | noun | A person in charge of a museum or art collection |
extant | adj. | Still in existence; surviving |
gamut | noun | The complete range or scope of something. |
ineffable | adj. | Too great or extreme to be expressed in words |
subsidize | verb | To support financially |
mellifluous | adj. | Having a smooth, flowing sound |
mien | noun | A person's appearance or manner indicating their mood or character |
nonpareil | adj. | Having no equal; unrivaled. |
patina | noun | A green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced by oxidation over a long period. |
tenuous | adj. | Very weak or slight |
rapt | adj. | Completely fascinated or absorbed by what one is seeing or hearing |
resuscitate | verb | To revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death |
amenable | adj. | Open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled. |
ascribe | verb | To attribute something to a cause or source |
travesty | noun | A distorted or grossly inferior imitation |
charisma | noun | A compelling charm or appeal that can inspire devotion in others |
charismatic | adj. | Having a compelling charm or appeal that can inspire devotion in others. |
dearth | noun | A scarcity or lack of something |
demoralize | verb | To cause someone to lose confidence or hope |
tumult | noun | A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people |
ebullient | adj. | Cheerful and full of energy |
ebullience | noun | The quality of being cheerful and full of energy |
entrepreneur | noun | A person who starts and manages a business |
entrepreneurial | adj. | Related to starting and running new businesses |
unilateral | adj. | Performed by or affecting only one side or party |
fatuous | adj. | Silly and pointless |
harbinger | noun | A person or thing that signals or announces the approach of something. |
homogeneous | adj. | Consisting of parts or elements that are all the same |
homogeneity | noun | The quality of being uniform or similar |
validate | verb | To confirm the accuracy or truthfulness of something |
incumbent | noun | A person who currently holds a specific position or office |
matriarchy | noun | A social system where women hold primary power |
matriarchal | adj. | Relating to a social system where females hold primary power |
neophyte | noun | A person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief |
vindicate | verb | To clear from blame or suspicion |
prerogative | noun | A right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class |
sibling | noun | A brother or sister |
accost | verb | To approach someone aggressively or confrontationally |
avarice | noun | Extreme greed for wealth or material gain |
zealot | noun | A person who is fanatically committed to a cause |
bilk | verb | To cheat or defraud someone |
consummate | adj. | Showing a high degree of skill and flair; complete or perfect |
conversant | adj. | Familiar with or knowledgeable about something |
credulous | adj. | Easily fooled or too ready to believe things |
credulity | noun | Willingness to believe something without much evidence |
euphoria | noun | A feeling of intense happiness or excitement |
euphoric | adj. | Extremely happy or excited |
fortuitous | adj. | Happening by chance, often in a positive way |
hypothetical | adj. | Based on possible situations or ideas rather than actual facts. |
hypothesis | noun | An idea or explanation for something that is based on known facts but has not yet been proved |
incoherent | adj. | Not clear or understandable |
incoherence | noun | Lack of clarity or consistency |
minuscule | adj. | Extremely small |
pleasantry | noun | A polite remark or light conversation |
procrastinate | verb | To delay or postpone action |
procrastination | noun | The action of delaying or postponing tasks |
qualm | noun | A feeling of uneasiness or doubt |
stigma | noun | A mark of disgrace or infamy |
stigmatize | verb | To mark someone or something as disgraceful or shameful |