group 1: bad wordpart of speech/charge definition atrocityn / -an act of great cruelty and...
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Group 1: BAD
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Atrocity N / - An act of great cruelty and wickedness
Dire A / - 1)Having terrible consequences or 2) Urgent or desperate
Flagrant A / - Deliberately offensive and shocking
Inclement A / - Stormy, harsh, or unmerciful
Irksome A / - Annoying and tedious
Malevolent A / - Producing harm or evil
Precarious A / - Dependent on uncertain premises
Reprisal N / - A retaliation for an injury
Risqué A/ - Bordering on being indecent or improper
Unseemly A / - Inappropriate or improper
Despicable A/- Deserving contempt or scornIneffectual A/- Not bringing about the desired result
Group 2: CHARACTERISTIC
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Avid A/ Eager or greedy
Azure N/ The blue color of a cloudless sky
Clad A/ Clothes or covered
Combustible A/ Capable of catching fire or burning
Forbearance N / + Patience
Ornate A/+ Elaborately or excessively decorated
Resilient A / + Able to recover quickly from misfortune or to return to the original state.
Tremulous A/- Trembling or quaking
Indulgent A/ 1)Inclined to give in easily or 2) Lenient
Intricate A/ ComplicatedOvert A/ Not hidden
Group 3: LANGUAGE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Decipher V / To decode or to solve
Depict V / To describe or give a picture of
Dialect N / A particular form of a language spoken in a certain geographical region
Dub V / To give a title, nickname, or description
Glib A / - Insincere or superficial
Memoir N / An account based on the author’s personal experiences
Recant V / To take back a statement or to confess to being wrong
Rejoinder N / A reply to what has been said
Reticent A / Quiet and reservedRhetoric N / 1)The art of using language skillfully or 2)Insincere languageVignette N/ A short sketch that provides a clear picture
Group 4: MOVEMENTWord Part of
Speech/ChargeDefinition
Agile A /+ Able to move or think quickly and easily
Dismantle V / To take apart
Dispel V / To clear away, remove, or scatter
Execute V / 1) To perform 2) To create 3) To put to death as a legal penalty
Extricate V /+ TO untangle or free
Fitful A / - Irregular or unsteady
Impel V / 1) To drive or propel or 2) To force
Pivot N / The hinge on which something turns (can be a person)
Shackle N /- A ring or band put around the arm or leg to prevent free movement
Culminate V / To reach or bring to the highest point
Group 5: Occur
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Feasible A / Possible or likely
Arbitrary A / Determined by chance or whim
Imminent A / About to happen
Incessant A / Without interruption or continual
Phenomenon N / 1) Anything that can be observed or described2) Something Unusual
Recur V / 1) To happen again2) To come to mind again
Spontaneous A / 1)Unplanned2) Produced without human labor
Sporadic A / Happening occasionally
Wreak V / To bring about or inflict
Group 6: OVERTAKE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Instill V / To introduce gradually in order to establish securely.
Encompass V / To enclose, encircle, or include.
Pervade V / To spread throughout.
Assimilate V / To absorb a part into a whole.
Encroach V / To infringe or advance beyond the paper limits.
Engulf V / 1)To swallow up by covering completely or 2) to overwhelm
Immerse V / 1)To cover with liquid or 2) To completely engage the attention of.
Influx N / A flowing or pouring in.
Surpass V / To exceed or go beyond
Group 7: SENSES
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Ogle V / To state at, often in a flirtatious and bold manner.
Panorama N/ 1. A complete view of an area or 2. A thorough presentation of a subject.
Picturesque A / + 1. Like a picture or 2. Pleasing or charming to observe.
Surveillance N / Close observation of a person or area.
Audible A / Capable of being heard.
Mute V / To soften or tone down the sound of.
Reverberate V / To echo, reflect, or resound.
Strident A / - Harsh or loud.
Pungent A/ 1. Having a sharp taste or smell or 2. Sharply critical.
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Commemorate V / 1. To serve as a memorial to 2. To remember in a ceremony
Conjecture V / To form an unsupported opinionContemplate V / 1. To consider carefully
2. To intend
Derive V / 1. To take or receive from a source2. To obtain through reasoning
Enigma N / Something puzzling or mysterious
Evoke V / 1. To bring to mind2. To produce
Inane A / - Empty, shallow, or sillyInkling N / A vague or a slight suspicionIrrational A / - Lacking sound judgment or reason
Memento N / A souvenirSublime A /+ Great, noble, or splendid
Group 8: THOUGHT
Group 9: TIME
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Indelible A / Permanent
Brevity N / Shortness in time or words
Cursory A / Done in a hurry with little attention to detail.
Elapse V / To pass or slip by (used with time)
Epoch N / An extended period of time marked by a series of related events.
Interminable A / Having or seeming to have no end
Millennium N / A period of one thousand years
Perpetuate V / To cause to continue indefinitely
Protracted A / Drawn out or lengthenedSimultaneous A/ Happening or existing at the same time.
Group 10: Emotion
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Abject A / - Totally miserable
Ardent A / + Intensely eager or passionate
Despondent A / - Discouraged or depressed from loss of hope or confidence
Disposition N / 1.) A person’s usual mood or 2.) A regular tendency or inclination
Electrify V / 1.) To thrill or shock or 2.) To equip with electricity
Grimace V / - To make a face expressing feelings of pain, disgust, or contempt.
Irascible A / - Quick-tempered and irritable
Rue V / - To feel regret or sorrow over
Vehement A / - Expressing strong feeling
Group 11: EXCESS / FALSE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Copious A / + Abundant or plentiful
Deluge N / - A flood
Fanfare N / 1. ) a sounding of trumpets or other brass instruments. 2.) Any showy display.
Glut N /- A much larger supply than is needed.
Ostentatious A/ - Showy
Profusion N / A plentiful supply.
Swelter V /- To suffer from or to be overcome by great heat.
Guile N / - Deceitful cunning
Pseudonym N / - A fictitious name.
Embellish V/+ To beautify or enhance
Group 12: Horror/Hostile
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Claustrophobia N / - An abnormal fear of narrow, enclosed spaces.
Foreboding N /- A strong feeling something bas is about to happen,
Grotesque A / - So distorted or strange as to appear bizarre or comical.
Gruesome A / - Causing shock or horror.
Haunt V / - 1) To stay in one’s mind continually2) To visit frequently3) To appear in the form of a ghost
Lurid A / - Causing horror or revulsion
Abhor V / - To hate
Alienate V / - To create unfriendly feelings or to make someone feel isolated.
Inflammatory A / - Causing anger or disorder
Rankle V / - To cause continuing anger or irritation.Tirade N / - A long, angry speech
Group 13: MARTIAL
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Bulwark N / A wall, person, or thing that defends or protects
Citadel N / 1) A fortress on a hill or 2) A stronghold
Embroil V / - To involve in an argument or conflict
Grapple V / - To wrestle or come to grips with
Impregnable A / + Impossible to attack successfully
Onslaught N / - A fierce attack
Rebuff V / - 1) To reject bluntly or 2) To drive back
Wrest V/ - 1) To pull away from with a twist or 2) To take by force
Vie V / To compete for, as in a contest
Group 14: AGREE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Accede V / + To agree, often after urging from another
Accord N / + 1) A feeling of agreement or harmony or 2) A formal agreement
Dissension N / - A disagreement or a difference of opinion
Affirm V/+ To declare positively
Conscientious A / + 1) Very careful or 2) Honest
Fastidious A/ + 1) Paying close attention to detail or 2) Difficult to please
Gingerly A / Very careful
Meticulous A / Very careful and attentive to small details
Prudent A /+ 1) Very careful or 2) Showing judgment and wisdom
Slovenly VA/ - Messy or careless
Group 15: CHANGE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Enhance V / + To make greater or better
Innovation N / Something new
Modify V / 1) To make less extreme or 2) To change
Rectify V / + To correct or adjust
Stagnate V / - To fail to develop, change, or move.
Alleviate V / + To relieve
Exemplify V / To illustrate by being an example of
Impersonate V/ 1)To assume the character or appearance of or 2) To mimic
Replica N / A copy, especially on a smaller scale than the originalSimulate V/ To imitate
Group 16: MONEY / OCCUPATION
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Affluent A /+ Wealthy
Bequeath V / + 1) To pass on to others or 2) to leave to another in one’s will
Legacy N /+ 1) Money or property given in a will or 2 )Something passed on to those who come after
Philanthropy N / + The attempt to improve the well-being of those in need by donating money or aid
Tycoon N / A wealthy and powerful businessperson
Artisan N / One able to do skilled work with the hands
Chaperon N / A person who accompanies younger people to unsure they behave properly
Delegate N / A representative (as a verb = to assign)
Dignitary N / A person who holds a high rank or position of honor
Proprietor N / An owner of a business
Group 17: CALM / FRIENDLY
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Balmy A / + Soothing or mild
Serene A / + Peaceful or calm
Affable A / + Friendly
Benign A/+ Kind and gracious
Congenial A / + Pleasant and agreeable
Humane A / + Kind to other human beings or animals
Rapport N / + A harmonious relation
Ovation N /+ An enthusiastic reception or long and loud applause
Facilitate V /+ To make easier
Banter N /+ The exchange of playful, teasing remarks
Group 18: DESTROY/LIMIT
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Abrasion N / - A scraped or worn area
Calamity N / - A disaster
Raze V / - To destroy or demolish
Decelerate V / To slow down
Cull V / To select and remove weak or inferior members from
Desist V / To refrain from continuing something
Deter V / To discourage or prevent from taking action
Hindrance N / - An impediment or blockade
Restive A / - Showing impatience because of restrictions or delays
Stymie V / - To thwart or make difficulties for
Group 19: EFFORT/ENERGY
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Endeavor V/+ To attempt earnestly
Indefatigable A /+ Tireless
Prolific A /+ Fertile or highly productive
Succumb V/- 1) To give up or give in or 2) To die
Haggard A/- Worn out
Fervent A/+ Intensely eager or warm
Lackadaisical A/- Lacking spirit or enthusiasm
Languish V / - To become feeble, weak, or depressed
Loll V / To sprawl or droop
Vivacity N/+ Liveliness of manner or appearance
Group 20: HEALTH/IMPORTANT
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Antidote A/ A remedy, especially to the effects if a poison
Dehydrate V / To remove the water from
Malady N / - A sickness or unhealthy condition
Pestilence N / - A rapidly spreading and usually fatal disease
Squeamish A / - Easily nauseated
Stamina N /+ Physical strength or courage to resist hardship, illness, or fatigue
Crucial A /+ Extremely important
Integral A / Essential
Paramount A / + Primary or superior in importance
Imperative A / Necessary
Group 21: LAW/ORDER
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Abet V / To assist in some activity, especially a questionable one
Advocate N / One who pleads for or defends someone or something.
Conspire V / - To join together, often secretly and for something illegal.
Arraign V/ To bring before a court to face charges.
Corroborate V / + To support with evidence or authority..
Surmise V / To suppose something from little evidence.
Agenda N / A list of things to be done or considered
Amiss A / - Out of order or wrong
Ordain V / 1) To order or prearrange or 2) To instill as a minister
Precede V To come before in time, rank, or position
Inventory N 1) A list of possessions or goods on hand or 2) the supply of goods on hand
Group 22: Skilled/Start
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Adept A / + Highly skilled
Connoisseur N / + A person with refined tastes or extensive knowledge
Flair N / + Talent
Fledgling N / An inexperienced person or a new venture.
Gullible A /- Easily tricked or cheated
Susceptible A / - Easily influenced
Defer V / 1)To postpone or 2)To yield out of respect for another.
Embark V / 1)To board a ship or plane or 2) To begin
Inaugurate V / 1)To begin officially or 2)To install into office with a formal ceremony.
Institute V / To establish or begin
Group 23Ordinary/ UNDERSTAND
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Annonymous A / Of an unknown source or unrevealed name
Bizarre A / - Odd or peculiar
Humdrum A/- Boring or monotonous
Prevalent A/ Commonly occurring or widely accepted
Profound A/ 1) Having deep insight or 2) Intense
Dissect V/ 1) To analyze or 2) To cut into in order to study
Apprehend V/ 1) To understand or 2) To arrest
Discern V/ 1) To understand 2) To see, or 3) To recognize as different
Intellect N/+ The ability to think and understand
Sage A/+ Wise
Group 24: CRITICIZE / HAPPY
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Reprimand V / - To rebuke severely, especially formally
Repudiate V / - To refuse to acknowledge or recognize
Spurn V / - To reject or scorn
Blithe A / + Happy
Delectable A / + Delightful or pleasing
Delicacy N / + Something delightful or pleasing
Exuberant A / + Very enthusiastic
Personable A / + Having a friendly, pleasing personality
Rapture N / + Ecstatic joy or delight
Revelry N / Noisy partyingZest N / + Enjoyment or excitement
Group 25: FALSE / HIDE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Delude V / - To deceive or trick
Devious A / - Deceptive or cunning
Figment N / - Something invented or imagined
Mythical A / Fictitious
Preposterous A / - Contrary to nature and common sense
Sham N / - A trick or falsehood
Camouflage N / A disguise
Hoard V / - To store up and keep hidden
Lurk V / - To lie hidden, often with an evil purpose
Maneuver V / 1) To scheme or manipulate or 2) to act with a purpose
Murky A / - Dark, gloomy, and cheerless
Group 26: CHAOS/COLLECTION
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Anarchy N /- 1) total confusion or lack of order or 2) total absence of government
Bedlam N / - A very confused and noisy scene
Havoc N /- Great confusion or widespread destruction
Tumult N /- A riot or uprising
Turbulent A / - Causing disturbance or agitation
Turmoil N /- A state of confusion or agitation
Anthology N / A collection of various writing, such as songs, stories, or poems
Cache N / Anything hidden or stored in a secret place.
Congregate V To come together in a group.
Elite N/+ A group that enjoys superior status to others
Group 27: GIVE
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Adequate A / + Completely sufficient or suitable
Competent A / + Fit, adequate, or sufficient
Proficient A / + 1) Competent or 2) expert
Administer V / + To give or apply
Bestow V / + 1) To use or apply or 2) to give
Capitulate V / - To give up or surrender
Complement N / + Something that completes or makes whole
Emit V / To give off or send out
Heed V / + To pay attention toSacrifice N / Something of value that is surrendered for something
else
Group 28: DESTROY
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Annihilate V / - 1)To kill or 2) to destroy all or almost all of something
Detriment N / - Something that causes damage or injury
Devastate V / - 1)To ruin or destroy or 2) to overwhelm
Devour V / - To swallow or consume too much or too fast
Disrupt V / - 1)To break apart or 2) to cause disorder
Maul V / - To beat, bruise, or mangle
Mutilate V / - To make imperfect by permanently damaging or removing vital parts
Rupture V / - To break or burst
Group 29: SITUATION
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Ensue V / To follow as a result
Incident N / An individual event
Inevitable A / Certain to happen
Plight N /- A difficult situation
Prospective A / Potential or likely
Strait A / - 1)A distressing situation or 2)a narrow passage or area
Authentic A / + Real
Candid A / + Open, honest, and sincere
Conclusive A / + Convincing
Plausible A / + Appearing truthful or reasonable
Group 30: LESSEN / WATER
Word Part of Speech/Charge
Definition
Abate V / To reduce
Dwindle V / - To decrease
Ebb V / To flow back or to decline
Impede V / - To slow or delay the progress of
Subside V / To become less active, noisy, or violent
Wean V / 1)To withdraw from a source of dependency or 2)to train a child or animal not to nurse
Abyss N / - A bottomless pit or an immeasurably deep space
Aquatic A / Related to, growing in, or happening in the water
Ballast N / A heavy material that provides stability to a vessel
Buoyant A / Capable of keeping a body afloatInundate V / - 1)To overwhelm or 2) to floodSubmerge V / 1)To cover with water or 2) to cover or bury