Ac2E 8th Honors Writing

Ac2E 8th Honors Writing

Monday, April 24, 2017

Vocabulary Words

Below are all of our vocabulary words and the Quizlet link. 





1. Vindicated: (Verbclear (someone) of blame or suspicion

2. Nodus: (Noun) a difficult or intricate point, situation, plot


3. Nonchalant: (Adj) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed


4. Vilipend: (Verb) regard as worthless or of little value


5. Reconciliation:(Noun) the restoration of friendly relations; an agreement after an argument 


6. Flabbergast: (Verb) surprise (someone) greatly; astonish


7. Inconsequential: (Adj) not important or significant


8. Abrasive: (Adj) overly aggressive 


9. Feeble: (Adj) lacking physical strength


10. Unfathomable: (Adj) incapable of being fully explored or understood


11. Elaborate: (Verb) Go further into detail; expand 


12. Inconspicuous: (Adj) not clearly visible or attracting attention


13. Frank: (Adj) open, honest, and direct in speech or writing


14. Altercation: (Noun)  noisy argument or disagreement


15. Inevitable: (Adj) certain to happen; unavoidable


16. Cynical: (Adj) concerned only with one's own interests and typically disregarding accepted or appropriate standards in order to achieve them


17. Parched: (Adj) dried out with heat; extremely thirsty 


18. Havoc: (Noun) widespread destruction


19. Novice: (Noun) a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation


20. Serene: (Adj) calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil


21. Rebuke: (Verb) express sharp disapproval or criticism


22. Elude: (Verb) evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way


23. Debacle: (Noun) a sudden and ignominious failure


24. Divergent: (Adj) tending to be different


25. Congregation: (Noun) a gathering or collection of people, animals, or things


26. Integrity: (Noun) the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles


27. Mundane: (Adj) lacking interest or excitement; dull


28. Tenacious: (Adj) tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely; Stubborn 


29. Vague: (Adj) of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning


30. Concur: (Verb) be of the same opinion; agree


31. Incompatible: (Adj) (of two things) so opposed in character as to be incapable of existing together


32. Jubilation: (Noun) a feeling of great happiness and triumph


33. Scrutinize: (Verb) examine or inspect closely and thoroughly


34. Prudent: (Adj) acting with or showing care and thought for the future


35. Advocate: (Noun) a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy


    - Advocate: (Verb) publicly recommend or support

36. Relentless: (Adj) oppressively constant


37. Fickle: (Adj) changing frequently


38. Decipher: (Verb) convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language


39. Abstain: (Verb) restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something


40. Coy: (Adj) Shy 


41. Oblivious: (Adj) not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one


42. Diligent: (Adj) hard-working and having or showing care in ones work


43. Conform: (Verb) comply with rules, standards, or laws

44. Condescending: (Adj) having or showing a feeling of superiority 


45. Pretentious: (Adj) attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed


46. Eclectic: (Adj)  having ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources


47. Grotesque: (Adj) comically or repulsively ugly or distorted


48. Elusive: (Adj) difficult to find, catch, or achieve


49. Eerie: (Adj) strange and frightening; werid 


50. Prolific: (Adj) present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful


51. Dilapidated: (Adj) in a state of disrepair or ruin


52. Notorious: (Adj) famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed


53. Puerile: (Adj) childish


54. Reciprocate: (Verb) respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one


55. Baffle: (Verb) totally bewilder or perplex; to confuse 


56. Discreet: (Adj) careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage


57. Emulate: (Verb) imitate; copy 

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