Title: Theory / Unimportant / Human / Langue / Essential Words for the TOEFL [Organized]

Word: abroad
Syn.: overseas, internationally
Examples: -Louis Armstrong often traveled abroad.
-Living abroad can be an educational experience.
Adv.: to or in another country

Word: abrupt
Syn.: sudden
Examples: -There was an abrupt change in the weather.
-After the incident everyone left abruptly.
Adj.: quick, without warning
N.: abruptness
Adv.: abruptly

Word: acceptable
Syn.: permissible
Examples: -The idea was acceptable to everyone.
-The registrar accepted more applicants than he should have.
Adj.: accepting, allowable or satisfactory
N.: acceptability
V.: accept
Adv.: acceptably

Word: acclaim
Syn.: praise
Examples: -Isaac Stem has won acclaim abroad.
-Acclaimed authors often win Pulitzer Prizes.
Adj.: acclaimed
N.: acclamation, enthusiastic approval, applause

Word: actually
Syn.: truly
Examples: -They were actually very good soccer players.
-The actual time allotted to complete the test is two hours.
Adj.: actual
Adv.: being in existence, real or factual

Word: adverse
Syn.: unfavorable
Examples: -Adverse weather conditions made it difficult to play the game.
-His indecision adversely affected his job performance.
Adj.: displeasing, objectionable, or bad
N.: adversity, adversary
Adv.: adversely

Word: advice
Syn.: suggestion
Examples: -Good advice is hard to find.
-It is not advisable to stay up late the night before a test.
Adj.: advisable
N.: advisability, a recommendation given by someone not associated with the problem or situation
V.: advise

Word: attractive
Syn.: appealing
Examples: -The idea of working four, 10-hour work days was attractive to the employees.
-The major attraction of the show was a speech by the president.
Adj.: calling attention to, pleasing, creating interest, pretty
N.: attraction, attractiveness
V.: attract
Adv.: attractively

Word: ideal
Syn.: perfect
Examples: -The beach is an ideal place to relax.
-Candidates for the job should ideally have five years experience in similar positions.
Adj.: having no flaw or mistake, excellent
Adv.: ideally

Word: persistent
Syn.: constant
Examples: -The attorney's persistent questioning weakened the witness.
-Her persistence earned her a spot on the team.
Adj.: continuous, refusing to give up, firm in action or decision
N.: persistence
V.: persist
Adv.: persistently

Word: wide
Syn.: broad
Examples: -Pine forests are found over a wide area of the Pacific Northwest.
-The senator has traveled widely.
Adj.: extending over a large area
N.: wideness
Adv.: widely

Word: autonomous
Syn.: independent
Examples: -Mexico became an autonomous state in 1817.
-Although working closely with the government, all businesses function autonomously.
Adj.: by itself, with no association
Adv.: autonomously

Word: disapproval
Syn.: objection
Examples: -Their disapproval of the plan caused the experiment to be abandoned.
-The students disapproved of the plan of study.
N.: the act of disagreeing, not giving approval
V.: disapprove
Adv.: disapprovingly

Word: disruptive
Syn.: disturbing
Examples: -Frequent questions during lectures can be disruptive.
-The storm caused a disruption in bus service.
Adj.: causing confusion and interruption
N.: disruption
V.: disrupt
Adv.: disruptively

Word: haphazardly
Syn.: arbitrarily, carelessly
Examples: -It was obvious that the house was built haphazardly.
-Susan completed the assignment in a haphazard way.
Adj.: haphazard
N.: haphazardness
Adv.: having no order or pattern, by chance

Word: advanced
Syn.: progressive
Examples: -Advanced technology is changing the world.
-His advancement to captain came unexpectedly.
Adj.: ahead of current thought or practice forward thinking, new
N.: advancement
V.: advance

Word: advantage
Syn.: benefit
Examples: -Is there any advantage in arriving early?
-He was advantageously born into a rich family.
Adj.: advantageous
N.: something that may help one to be successful or to gain something
Adv.: advantageously

Word: advent
Syn.: arrival
Examples: -With the advent of computers, many tasks have been made easier.
-The newspapers announced the advent of the concert season.
N.: the coming or appearance of something

Word: agile
Syn.: nimble
Examples: -Deer are very agile animals.
-She moved agilely across the stage.
Adj.: able to move in a quick and easy way
N.: agileness, agility
Adv.: agilely

Word: albeit
Syn.: although
Examples: -His trip was successful, albeit tiring.
-Albeit difficult at times, speaking another language is rewarding.
Conj.: in spite of the facts, regardless of the fact

Word: allow
Syn.: permit
Examples: -Arthur's natural agility will allow him to excel in sports.
-The extra money allowed us to stay abroad another day.
Adj.: allowable
N.: allowance
V.: to agree to let something happen, not to interfere with an action

Word: appealing
Syn.: alluring
Examples: -Working abroad is appealing to many people.
-Through his speeches, the candidate appealed to the voters.
Adj.: attractive or interesting, able to move feelings
N.: appeal
Adv.: appealingly

Word: celebrated
Syn.: renown
Examples: -The celebrated pianist will give a concert this weekend.
-San Francisco is celebrated for its multicultural makeup.
Adj.: acclaimed, well-known, and popular

Word: contemporary
Syn.: current
Examples: -Contemporary architecture makes very good use of space.
-Cervantes was a contemporary of Shakespeare.
Adj.: modern, up-to-date; also a person living at the same time as another person

Word: distribute
Syn.: dispense
Examples: -Many publishers distribute their newspapers directly to homes in their area.
-The distribution of seeds is very quick with this new machine.
N.: distribution
V.: to divide among people or to give out

Word: encourage
Syn.: inspire
Examples: -Even though the runner finished second, he was encouraged by his performance.
-His teacher gave him the encouragement that he needed to learn the material.
Adj.: encouraging
N.: encouragement
V.: to give courage or hope to someone
Adv.: encouragingly

Word: energetic
Syn.: vigorous
Examples: -Sam hasn't been as energetic as he usually is.
-There's a lot of energy in these batteries.
Adj.: full of life, action, or power
N.: energy
Adv.: energetically

Word: frail
Syn.: fragile
Examples: -The frail wings of the newborn bird could not lift it off the ground.
-One of the frailties of human beings is laziness.
Adj.: weak in health or in body
N.: trade

Word: refine
Syn.: perfect (v.)
Examples: -Factories must to refine oil before it can be used as fuel.
-A squirt of lime juice is the perfect refinement to cola.
Adj.: refined
N.: refinement
V.: to make pure, to improve

Word: worthwhile
Syn.: rewarding
Examples: -It was worthwhile waiting 10 hours in line for the tickets.
-It's worthwhile to prepare for the TOEFL.
Adj.: value in doing something

Word: alter
Syn.: modify
Examples: -I Will the starlit alter its course and miss the coast?
-Gloria hasn't altered her plans to return to school.
Adj.: alterable
N.: alteration
V.: altered, to change or make different
Adv.: alterably

Word: analyze
Syn.: examine
Examples: -Scientists must analyze problems thoroughly.
-Analysis of the substance confirms the presence of nitrogen.
N.: analyzed, analysis
V.: to study something carefully, to separate into parts for study

Word: ancient
Syn.: old
Examples: -Archaeologists analyze ancient civilizations.
-Dave found an ancient Roman coin.
Adj.: something from a long time ago, very old.

Word: annoying
Syn.: bothersome
Examples: -Mosquitoes can be an annoying part of a vacation at the beach.
-She annoyed her parents by coming home late.
Adj.: a slight bother, disturbing to a person
N.: annoyance
V.: annoy
Adv.: annoyingly

Word: anticipate
Syn.: predict
Examples: -No one can anticipate the results of the games.
-They planned their vacation with anticipation.
Adj.: anticipatory
N.: anticipation
V.: to think about or prepare for something ahead of time

Word: conform
Syn.: adapt
Examples: -Yon must conform to the rules or leave the club.
-She has always been a conformist.
N.: conformity, conformist
V.: to follow established rules or patterns of behavior

Word: detect
Syn.: notice
Examples: -He detected a smile on his girlfriend's face.
-They are the best detectives on the police force.
N.: detection, detective
V.: to find out, to observe something

Word: enrich
Syn.: enhance
Examples: -The fine arts enrich our lives.
-The discovery of oil was an enrichment for the country.
Adj.: enriching
N.: enrichment
V.: to make rich, to make something of greater value

Word: intensify
Syn.: heighten
Examples: -The importance of the test will sometimes intensify the nervousness of the students.
-The chess match was played with great intensity.
Adj.: intense, intensive
N.: intensity
V.: to make stronger in feeling or quality
Adv.: intensely, intensively

Word: intolerable
Syn.: unbearable
Examples: -Any opposition to the rules is intolerable.
-His boss was intolerant of his tardiness.
Adj.: intolerant, difficult or painful to experience, not able to accept different ways of thought or behavior
N.: intolerance
Adv.: intolerantly, intolerably

Word: observe
Syn.: notice
Examples: -Human beings like to observe the behavior of monkeys.
-I made the observation that you are not happy.
Adj.: observant, observable
N.: observation, observer
V.: to see and watch carefully, to examine

Word: ongoing
Syn.: current
Examples: -The tutoring project is an ongoing program of the school.
-Maintaining roads is an ongoing job.
Adj.: continuing

Word: propose
Syn.: suggest
Examples: -The governor is going to propose new taxes.
-Her proposal was well accepted.
Adj.: proposed
N.: proposal, proposition
V.: to suggest or plan to do something

Word: restore
Syn.: revitalize
Examples: -He restored my confidence in hint.
-It is a beautiful restoration of the old table.
Adj.: restored
N.: restoration
V.: to give back or bring back something; to return to the original condition

Word: vital
Syn.: indispensable
Examples: -Money is vital to the success of the program.
-His intense vitality was easily observable.
Adj.: of great importance, full of life
N.: vitality
Adv.: vitally

Word: ambiguous
Syn.: vague
Examples: -The men received an ambiguous message from their boss.
-His letter was full of ambiguities.
Adj.: of unclear meaning, something that can be understood in more than one way
N.: ambiguity
Adv.: ambiguously

Word: apparent
Syn.: visible
Examples: -It was apparent that he needed to rest.
-No one apparently knew to solve the problem.
Adj.: to be clear in meaning or open to view, easily understood
Adv.: apparently

Word: arbitrary
Syn.: haphazard
Examples: -Her choice of clothing seemed arbitrary.
-The teacher arbitrarily decided to give the class a test.
Adj.: an action or decision made with little thought, order, or reason
N.: arbitrariness
Adv.: arbitrarily

Word: assert
Syn.: declare
Examples: -The government asserted its control over the banking system.
-The company president is an assertive individual.
Adj.: assertive
N.: assertiveness, assertion, to express or defend oneself strongly, to state positively
Adv.: assertively

Word: astounding
Syn.: astonishing
Examples: -The scientists made an astounding discovery.
-The fans were astounded by their team's success.
Adj.: very surprising
V.: astound
Adv.: astoundingly

Word: astute
Syn.: perceptive
Examples: -He was an astute worker, finishing in half the time it took the others to finish.
-They astutely determined that there would be no chance to finish on time.
Adj.: astutely, very intelligent, smart, clever
N.: astuteness

Word: authorize
Syn.: empower
Examples: -Only authorized employees are allowed in the laboratory.
-The dean has the authority to resolve academic problem of students.
Adj.: authorized
N.: authority
V.: to give permission or power to do something

Word: deceptively
Syn.: misleadingly
Examples: -The magician deceptively made the rabbit disappear.
-Richard deceived Joe about the cost of the coat.
Adj.: deceptive
N.: deception
V.: deceive
Adv.: to make someone think that something is true or good when it is false or bad

Word: determined
Syn.: resolute
Examples: -They were determined to go to graduate school.
-The judge determined that the man was lying.
Adj.: to be strong in one's opinion, to be firm in conviction
N.: determination
V.: determine

Word: elicit
Syn.: extract
Examples: -A lawyer will elicit all the facts necessary to prove her case.
-Elicitation of the truth can be difficult at times.
N.: elicitation
V.: to get the facts, to draw out, to evoke

Word: forbid
Syn.: ban
Examples: -His father will forbid him to use the car.
-The cave looks forbidding let's not go in.
Adj.: forbidden, forbidding
V.: to command not to do something to have a dangerous look, bad feeling
Adv.: forbiddingly

Word: petition
Syn.: appeal
Examples: -Canada petitioned the United Nations to consider its case.
-The student's petition was denied.
V.: to make a request

Word: relinquish
Syn.: abdicate
Examples: -The troubled executive relinquished his control of the company.
-The relinquishment of his claim to the building will allow the building to be sold.
N.: relinquishment
V.: to give up control

Word: resilient
Syn.: tenacious
Examples: -She has a resilient personality and will soon feel better.
-The doctor was surprised by his patient's resilience.
Adj.: strong enough to recover from difficulty or disease
N.: resilience
Adv.: resiliently

Word: tempt
Syn.: entice
Examples: -The idea of getting rich quickly tempted him to invest his life savings.
-Desserts are more tempting when one is on a diet.
Adj.: tempting
N.: temptation
V.: to make it attractive to do something wrong
Adv.: temptingly

Word: amaze
Syn.: astonish
Examples: -I was amazed that I received an A on the calculus test.
-The actor gave an amazing performance.
Adj.: amazing
N.: amazement
V.: to fill with great surprise
Adv.: amazingly

Word: baffle
Syn.: puzzle
Examples: -The causes of many harmful diseases have baffled doctors for centuries.
-That was a baffling question.
Adj.: baffling
N.: bafflement
V.: to confuse to a point at which no progress can be made

Word: bear
Syn.: yield
Examples: -This orchard bears many fine harvests of apples.
-Although stock prices declined, losses have been bearable for most investors.
Adj.: bearably, bearable
V.: to produce, to carry; to show; to endure

Word: block
Syn.: obstruct
Examples: -The government blocked the sale of the airline.
-The streets were flooded due to a blockage in the pipes.
Adj.: blocked
N.: blockage
V.: to prevent movement progress, or success

Word: blur
Syn.: cloud
Examples: -The rain blurred everyone's view of the valley.
-The whole accident is just a blur in my mine.
Adj.: blurred
V.: to make something difficult to see

Word: brilliant
Syn.: radiant
Examples: -Einstein was a brilliant thinker.
-She brilliantly produced a solution to the problem.
Adj.: intensely bright or colorful, intelligent
N.: brilliance
Adv.: brilliantly

Word: caution
Syn.: warn
Examples: -The office cautioned the motorist to slow down.
-They entered into the negotiations cautiously.
Adj.: cautious, cautionary
V.: to alert someone of danger, the act of taking care of, or paying attention to, something
Adv.: cautiously

Word: challenge
Syn.: dare
Examples: -Finishing the 26-mile race was a challenge for most of the participants.
-It was a challenging math problem.
Adj.: challenging
N.: an invitation to complete, something that demands competitive action or much thought

Word: delicate
Syn.: fragile
Examples: -Because of its controversial nature, it was a challenge to discuss such a delicate issue in public.
-You must handle the antique delicately.
Adj.: needing careful treatment, sensitive, easily broken
Adv.: delicately

Word: enhance
Syn.: strengthen
Examples: -Passing the exam should enhance your chances of being, admitted to college.
-The computer enhanced our productivity.
Adj.: enhanced
N.: enhancement
V.: to increase in a positive way, such as in value, power, or beauty

Word: intrigue
Syn.: fascinate
Examples: -He was intrigued by the acclaim flat he received.
-The intriguing question baffled historians.
Adj.: intriguing
Adv.: intriguingly

Word: persuade
Syn.: convince
Examples: -They couldn't persuade their critics to see their point of view.
-John presented a persuasive argument for his salary increase.
Adj.: persuasive
N.: persuasion
V.: to change a belief or behavior by argument or reason
Adv.: persuasively

Word: replace
Syn.: substitute
Examples: -They have replaced all of the old office equipment.
-The new employee was the replacement for Mr. Topper, who retired last month.
Adj.: replaceable
N.: replacement
V.: to change for another thing; to take the place of

Word: shed
Syn.: discard
Examples: -In order to grow, crabs must shed their shells.
-The experiments shed no new information on the cause of the disease.
V.: to throw off naturally, to give out

Word: unique
Syn.: rare
Examples: -He was presented with a unique opportunity to attend the conference.
-His style of writing is uniquely his own.
Adj.: to be the only one of a kind; special
N.: uniqueness
Adv.: uniquely

Word: chiefly
Syn.: mostly
Examples: -Houses are made chiefly of wood products.
-Corn is the chief crop of the Midwest.
Adj.: chief
Adv.: most importantly or most commonly

Word: coarse
Syn.: rough
Examples: -Sandpaper is an extremely coarse material.
-Wool clothing has certain coarseness in texture.
Adj.: not fine or smooth, not delicate
N.: coarseness
Adv.: coarsely

Word: commonplace
Syn.: frequent
Examples: -Soon it will be commonplace to see the person to whom you are talking on the phone.
-Female lawyers are commonplace in the United States.
Adj.: ordinary

Word: comparatively
Syn.: relatively
Examples: -It was comparatively easy for him to learn baseball because he had been a cricket player.
-If you compare algebra and trigonometry, you'll discover that algebra is less complex.
Adj.: comparative
N.: comparison
V.: compare
Adv.: being measured or judged by comparison

Word: complex
Syn.: complicated
Examples: -The businessmen astutely approached the complex production problem.
-The universe has a complexity beyond comprehension.
Adj.: difficult to understand or explain;having many parts
N.: complexity

Word: conventional
Syn.: traditional
Examples: -Professor Canfield agreed with the conventional theory about the origin of the Basque language.
-To become integrated into a society, you must learn the conventions of that society.
Adj.: following accepted rules or standards
N.: convention
Adv.: conventionally

Word: curious
Syn.: peculiar
Examples: -A curious object was discovered in the remains.
-Sally was curiously interested in the history of Alaska.
Adj.: odd or strange; eager to learn
N.: curiosity
Adv.: curiously

Word: exceedingly
Syn.: extremely
Examples: -In tropical zones, it is exceedingly hot and humid.
-It is not safe to exceed the speed limit.
Adj.: excessive
N.: excess
V.: exceed
Adv.: excessively, very; to an unusual degree

Word: exclusively
Syn.: restrictively
Examples: -This room is used exclusively by the faculty.
-They excluded everyone under age 21 from the contest.
Adj.: exclusive
N.: exclusion
V.: exclude
Adv.: no one else; nothing else; not shared with others

Word: immense
Syn.: massive
Examples: -From the mountaintop you can see the immense valley.
-She was immensely interested in the idea of teaching a foreign language.
Adj.: extremely large
N.: immensity
Adv.: immensely

Word: indeed
Syn.: truly
Examples: -Did he indeed go to the infirmary.
-It is very hot indeed.
Adv.: certainly; really (used to make a statement stronger)

Word: rigid
Syn.: stiff
Examples: -The teacher was very rigid in his ideas about class attendance.
-He adhered rigidly to his opinions about marriage.
Adj.: not easy to bend; firm, inflexible
Adv.: rigidly

Word: routinely
Syn.: ordinarily
Examples: -She routinely gets a physical examination.
-It is routine for students to become homesick at times.
Adj.: routine
Adv.: regularly, usually done

Word: sufficiently
Syn.: adequately
Examples: -Jenny is sufficiently mature to make her own decisions.
-Her income is sufficient for her needs.
Adj.: sufficient
N.: sufficiency
V.: suffice
Adv.: enough, in a satisfying manner

Word: visibly
Syn.: noticeably
Examples: -Ken was visibly upset about his performance evaluation.
-Stars are more visible on a clear fall evening.
Adj.: visible, visionary
N.: vision
V.: view
Adv.: can be seen power of imagination or wisdom, especially with regard to the future

Word: appropriate
Syn.: proper
Examples: -It is not appropriate to cheat on tests.
-She was dressed appropriately in a suit for the job interview.
Adj.: correct or good for the purpose
N.: appropriateness
Adv.: appropriately

Word: clarify
Syn.: explain
Examples: -Chapter 2 in the textbook clarifies the process of osmosis.
-A clarification of the government's position on this matter is necessary.
N.: clarification
V.: to make more easily understood, to make clear

Word: conceal
Syn.: hide
Examples: -The students concealed their feelings about the course.
-His concealment of the evidence made his case more difficult to prove.
N.: concealment
V.: to prevent from being seen or discovered

Word: constantly
Syn.: continually
Examples: -Philosophy constantly questions the nature of human existence.
-The speed of light is constant at 186,000 miles a second.
Adj.: constant
Adv.: in an unchanging manner; happening all the time

Word: convenient
Syn.: practical
Examples: -The student union is convenient to the physical sciences building.
-For the convenience of the student body, the library is located in a central location.
Adj.: easy to reach, near; suitable to one's needs
N.: convenience
Adv.: conveniently

Word: core
Syn.: chief
Examples: -The core of the curriculum consists of courses that are required of all students.
-They are loyal to the core.
Adj.: the central or most important part

Word: critical
Syn.: dangerous
Examples: -It is critical to follow the directions for the experiment exactly as the instructor indicates.
-The runner accepted criticism from his coach very well.
Adj.: very serious or requiring careful judgment; finding fault
N.: criticism, critic
V.: critique
Adv.: critically

Word: distort
Syn.: deform
Examples: -Time and space are distorted when traveling at the speed of light.
-Distortion of the image from a microscope can be caused by low light.
Adj.: distorted
N.: distortion
V.: to change from the original shape or condition, usually in an unnatural way

Word: diverse
Syn.: Different
Examples: -Freud had many diverse interests in psychology.
-The diversity of life forms on Earth makes zoology an interesting area of study.
Adj.: various; distinct from others
N.: diversity
V.: diversify
Adv.: diversely

Word: prosperous
Syn.: thriving
Examples: -In the early 1900s, San Francisco was a prosperous city.
-Bacteria prosper under the proper conditions.
Adj.: successful, wealthy
N.: prosperity
V.: prosper
Adv.: prosperously

Word: purposefully
Syn.: deliberately
Examples: -The course syllabus was designed purposefully to be easy to follow.
-He was authorized to spend the money for business purposes.
Adj.: purposeful
N.: purpose
Adv.: purposely, done for a special reason

Word: reveal
Syn.: disclose
Examples: -The president revealed some of his ideas before he gave his speech.
-The report made some revelations about the nature of the conflict.
Adj.: revealing
N.: revelation
V.: to uncover, to expose
Adv.: revealingly

Word: scarcely
Syn.: hardly
Examples: -The woman scarcely spoke a word of English.
-Due to a scarcity of water, a rationing plan was established.
Adj.: scarce
N.: scarcity
Adv.: almost not

Word: theoretically
Syn.: hypothetically
Examples: -His argument was theoretically appealing but not realistic.
-Leonardo da Vinci theorized that the Earth was not the center of the universe.
Adj.: theoretical
N.: theory
V.: theorize
Adv.: according to a reasoned, but not proven, point of view

Word: accelerate
Syn.: hasten
Examples: -The action of molecules accelerates when they are heated.
-The poor condition of the motor made acceleration difficult.
N.: acceleration, accelerator
V.: to go faster

Word: crack
Syn.: fracture
Examples: -Cracks in the ice allowed for fishing.
-The wall cracked due to poor construction.
N.: a thin opening caused by breaking, a flaw

Word: create
Syn.: produce
Examples: -Thomas Edison created numerous inventions.
-Jonas Salk was an extremely creative scientist.
Adj.: creative
N.: creation, creator, creativity, creativeness
V.: to make something new
Adv.: creatively

Word: creep
Syn.: crawl
Examples: -Some mistakes are beginning to creep into his work.
-Ivy is a creeping variety of plant.
Adj.: creeping
V.: to move slowly and quietly close to the ground; to begin to happen

Word: crush
Syn.: grind
Examples: -The machine crushes corn to produce corn meal.
-Passage of the legislation was a crushing blow to the president's program.
Adj.: crushing
V.: to press together so as to completely distort the shape or nature of the object

Word: cultivate
Syn.: grow
Examples: -The professionals had common interests that allowed them to cultivate a working relationship with each other.
-The cultivation of diverse crops in pre-Columbian America is well documented.
Adj.: cultivated
N.: cultivation
V.: to plant and raise a crop; to encourage growth of a relationship or friendship

Word: dictate
Syn.: impose
Examples: -The workers were not in a position to dictate demands to management.
-His boss resembled a dictator.
Adj.: dictatorial
N.: dictator
V.: to state demands with the power to enforce

Word: distinguish
Syn.: discriminate
Examples: -Some people cannot distinguish colors well.
-Anteaters are distinguished by their long noses.
Adj.: distinguishable, distinguished, distinguishing
V.: to hear, see, or recognize differences

Word: flaw
Syn.: defect
Examples: -There is a flaw in his theory.
-They noticed that the contract was flawed.
Adj.: flawed
N.: a small sign of damage that makes an item imperfect

Word: harvest
Examples: -The United States had a comparatively good grain harvest this year.
-They were able to harvest the crop before the rain.
Adj.: harvested
N.: the act of collecting a crop; the crops gathered

Word: mirror
Syn.: reflect
Examples: -The results of the study mirror public opinion.
-The strength of the economy is mirrored in the standard of living of the people.
V.: to show, as in a mirror

Word: obtain
Syn.: gain
Examples: -The university obtained a new particle accelerator.
-The painting by Whistler was not obtainable.
Adj.: obtainable
V.: to gain or secure something

Word: particle
Syn.: fragment
Examples: -Particles of dust can destroy electronic instruments.
-Small particles of matter hold the keys to understanding the origin of life.
N.: a very small piece of something

Word: settle
Syn.: colonize
Examples: -People arriving from the south settled in California.
-The lawyers settled their differences and came to an agreement.
Adj.: settled
N.: settlement
V.: to establish a home; to resolve a disagreement

Word: transport
Syn.: carry
Examples: -Flying is not always the fastest way to transport passengers to their destination.
-The transportation expenses of products increase their final cost.
Adj.: transportable, transported
N.: transportation
V.: to move from one place to another

Word: accurate
Syn.: precise
Examples: -She was able to make accurate observations with the new telescope.
-Experiments must be conducted with accuracy.
Adj.: careful and exact
N.: accuracy
Adv.: accurately

Word: classify
Syn.: to place into groups according to type
Examples: -Biologists classify life forms into many phyla.
-The library's catalog is a classification of books in the library.
Adj.: classified
N.: classification

Word: currency
Syn.: money
Examples: -The purchase must be paid for in the national currency.
-The French currency is gaining strength.
N.: monetary unit

Word: deep
Syn.: thorough
Examples: -Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world.
-The depth of his understanding of math is remarkable.
Adj.: far below the surface; complete understanding
N.: depth
V.: deepen
Adv.: deeply

Word: dense
Syn.: thick
Examples: -The boating accident was caused by the dense fog.
-Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated cities in the world.
Adj.: closely packed or crowded, difficult to see through
N.: density
Adv.: densely

Word: depend on
Syn.: trust
Examples: -The farmers depend on rain to produce a good harvest.
-His dependency on alcohol destroyed his marriage.
Adj.: dependable
N.: dependence, dependency, dependent
V.: to count on; to be supported by
Adv.: dependably

Word: dim
Syn.: faint
Examples: -The light was too dim for studying.
-The stars dimly lit the evening sky.
Adj.: not bright or clear
N.: dimness
Adv.: dimly

Word: display
Syn.: exhibit
Examples: -The model displayed the details of the human hand.
-The candidate's display of anger was unfortunate.
V.: to show, reveal

Word: exports
Syn.: foreign sales
Examples: -Until recently the United States' exports exceeded its imports.
-Exported goods are usually high in qualify.
Adj.: exported
N.: products sold abroad
V.: export

Word: gigantic
Syn.: enormous
Examples: -Reaching the Moon was a gigantic step in space exploration for mankind.
-New methods of farming offer gigantic advantages over the old methods.
Adj.: very large
Adv.: gigantically

Word: impressive
Syn.: imposing
Examples: -Lincoln's power of persuasion was impressive.
-Everyone left with a good impression of the play.
Adj.: causing admiration because of an object's importance, size, or quality
N.: impression
V.: impress
Adv.: impressively

Word: lasting
Syn.: enduring
Examples: -Kennedy left a lasting impression on the people who heard his inaugural address.
-The introduction of robots will have a lasting effect on industry.
Adj.: forever, without end
V.: last

Word: treasury
Syn.: bank
Examples: -The treasury was under pressure to lower interest rates.
-Encyclopedias are a treasury of information.
Adj.: treasured
N.: the agency that controls and spends money; a collection of valued things
V.: treasure

Word: uniform
Syn.: consistent
Examples: -Bread has a uniform texture.
-The grades on the test were uniformly poor.
Adj.: every part being the same.
N.: uniformity
Adv.: uniformly

Word: vibrant
Syn.: brilliant
Examples: -His vibrant personality made him well liked by everyone.
-The vibrancy of the city is attractive to many individuals.
Adj.: lively, powerful, full of action, bright
N.: vibrancy
Adv.: vibrantly

Word: distinct
Syn.: definite
Examples: -There was a distinct aroma of coffee in the restaurant.
-The two theories are distinctly different from each other.
Adj.: distinctive, clearly noticed; different
Adv.: distinctly

Word: dominant
Syn.: major
Examples: -The dominant life forms of the paleozoic era lived in the water.
-The skyscraper dominated the skyline.
Adj.: primary or principal; having or exercising control over something
N.: domination
V.: dominate
Adv.: dominantly

Word: dormant
Syn.: inactive
Examples: -The volcano had been dormant for hundreds of years before the eruption last month.
-The seniors live in the new dormitory.
Adj.: not growing or producing; asleep
N.: dormitory

Word: drab
Syn.: colorless
Examples: -Their clothing was quite drab.
-The drabness of the desert made driving less interesting.
Adj.: lacking color; uninteresting, boring
N.: drabness
Adv.: drably

Word: dramatic
Syn.: emotional
Examples: -The dramatic finish to the game left us speechless.
-The hurricane dramatically changed the coastline.
Adj.: something that captures the imagination;exciting
N.: drama
V.: dramatize
Adv.: dramatically

Word: elaborate
Syn.: complex
Examples: -An elaborate headdress indicated rank within the Aztec community.
-His elaboration of the issue was quite thorough.
Adj.: something with a large number of parts; full of details
N.: elaboration
Adv.: elaborately

Word: exceptional
Syn.: phenomenal
Examples: -The orchestra's performance was exceptional.
-The North Star is exceptionally bright.
Adj.: unusual in a positive way
Adv.: exceptionally

Word: hazardous
Syn.: dangerous
Examples: -Handling flammable liquids is hazardous.
-There are many hazards involved with starting a business.
Adj.: very risky, unsafe
N.: hazard
Adv.: hazardously

Word: minuscule
Syn.: tiny
Examples: -The sale of the building had a minuscule effect on the profits of the corporation.
-Some leaves are covered with minute hairs.
Adj.: minute, of little consequence; very small
N.: minitia

Word: prime
Syn.: prepare
Examples: -The directors primed the actors before the performance.
-Mozart passed away in the prime of his life.
Adj.: primed, prime
V.: to make ready; first in importance or in time

Word: rudimentary
Syn.: basic
Examples: -He has a rudimentary knowledge of computers.
-The rudiments of grammar are taught in all English classes.
Adj.: simple; not complex
N.: rudiment

Word: sensitive
Syn.: delicate
Examples: -Film varies according to its sensitivity to light.
-This equipment is very sensitive to changes in temperature.
Adj.: easily affected
N.: sensitivity
Adv.: sensitively

Word: vigorous
Syn.: strong
Examples: -His vigorous defense of the issues impressed everyone.
-He approached his work with vigor.
Adj.: powerful, full of action
N.: vigor
Adv.: vigorously

Word: amenity
Syn.: convenience
Examples: -She had all the amenities of home when she went camping.
-One expects many amenities at a five-star hotel.
N.: something that makes life easier or more enjoyable

Word: destroy
Syn.: ruin
Examples: -The factory was destroyed by the fire.
-The destruction of the old landmark was opposed by a concerned group of citizens.
Adj.: destructive
N.: destructiveness, destruction, destroyer
V.: to put an end to the existence of something
Adv.: destructively

Word: disperse
Syn.: circulate
Examples: -The high winds and rain dispersed the crowd.
-After the hurricane, dispersed belongings cluttered the street.
Adj.: dispersed
V.: to cause to move in many different directions

Word: dwelling
Syn.: house
Examples: -Cave-like dwellings have been discovered throughout the world.
-City dwellers often have trouble adjusting to life in the country.
N.: dweller, where people live
V.: dwell

Word: element
Syn.: component
Examples: -City dwellers are out of their element in the country.
-Hard work and perseverance are the basic elements of success.
Adj.: elemental
N.: element, a part of the whole environment

Word: elementary
Syn.: primary
Examples: -The solution to the problem was actually quite elementary.
-You must take Elementary Physics before you can enroll in the advanced course.
Adj.: simple in structure, easy to do

Word: eliminate
Syn.: delete
Examples: -Mistakes must be eliminated before you hand in a term paper.
-The elimination of the runner from the race was decided by the judge.
Adj.: eliminated
N.: elimination
V.: to remove, free oneself of something

Word: emphasize
Syn.: highlight
Examples: -The professor emphasized certain aspects of the historical period.
-When asked if they would like to leave class early, the students answered with an emphatic "yes".
Adj.: emphatic
N.: emphasis
V.: to show that something is especially important or exceptional
Adv.: emphatically

Word: encircle
Syn.: surround
Examples: -The players encircled their coach after winning the big game.
-The encircled celebrity actually became afraid of her fans.
Adj.: encircled
V.: to make a circle around

Word: erratic
Syn.: inconsistent
Examples: -The artist's paintings have an erratic qualify, some being excellent, and others mediocre.
-The unstable chemical reacted erratically.
Adj.: no regular pattern in thinking or movement; changeable without reason
Adv.: erratically

Word: exaggerate
Syn.: overstate
Examples: -The federal government exaggerated the success of its programs.
-To say that his business is successful would be an exaggeration.
Adj.: exaggerated
N.: exaggeration
V.: to make something more than what it is

Word: mention
Syn.: remark
Examples: -Theater-goers often mention that they enjoy watching movies on a large screen.
-The book mentioned today was included in the bibliography that was handed out in class last week.
Adj.: mentioned
V.: to say; relate in written form

Word: pier
Syn.: dock
Examples: -The submarine arrived at the pier on time.
-The goods were unloaded onto the pier.
N.: a place where boats arrive to take on or unload cargo and passengers

Word: prevalent
Syn.: commonplace
Examples: -Comfortable trade winds are prevalent in the Caribbean islands.
-There is a prevalence of disease where poor sanitation conditions exist.
Adj.: existing widely or commonly
N.: prevalence

Word: release
Syn.: free
Examples: -A new movie was just released.
-The release of the records was expected today.
V.: to allow to come out; to give freedom

Word: benefit
Syn.: assist
Examples: -Use of solar power will benefit all mankind.
-It is extremely beneficial to prepare for a test.
Adj.: beneficial
N.: benefit, beneficiary
V.: to be useful or helpful
Adv.: beneficially

Word: blind
Syn.: unaware
Examples: -They were blind to the fact that they had little chance to succeed.
-He went into the job blindly, with no previous experience.
Adj.: unable to see or understand, to conceal;showing poor judgment or understanding
N.: blindness
Adv.: blindly

Word: broaden
Syn.: enlarge
Examples: -Education will broaden your opportunities to land a good job.
-The breadth of his knowledge is impressive.
Adj.: broad
N.: breadth
V.: to make larger or greater
Adv.: broadly

Word: burgeon
Syn.: thrive
Examples: -The burgeoning population of major cities is creating a demand for more services.
-His talent as a pianist burgeoned at the age of 14.
Adj.: burgeoning
V.: grow at a fast pace

Word: conspicuously
Syn.: noticeably
Examples: -His name was conspicuously absent from the list of winners.
-The attorneys were conspicuous for their aggressive manner in the courtroom.
Adj.: conspicuous
Adv.: attracting attention

Word: demand
Syn.: insist
Examples: -She demanded to know the truth.
-The employees' demands for better working conditions caused the work stoppage.
Adj.: demanding
V.: to ask for something in a strong way
Adv.: demandingly

Word: endorse
Syn.: support
Examples: -The union endorsed the new contract.
-The president's endorsement of the project guaranteed its funding.
N.: endorsement
V.: to express approval

Word: enormous
Syn.: Tremendous
Examples: -His enormous wealth allows him to contribute to many charities.
-A diet with many fruits and vegetables is enormously beneficial to the body.
Adj.: very large
N.: enormity
Adv.: enormously

Word: entirely
Syn.: Thoroughly
Examples: -They are entirely right about the economy.
-The president released the speech in its entirety before the news conference.
Adj.: entire
N.: entirety
Adv.: completely

Word: erode
Syn.: deteriorate
Examples: -The senator's support is eroding because of his unpopular positions on the major issues.
-It took millions of years of erosion for nature to form the Grand Canyon.
N.: erosion
V.: to wear away, disappear slowly

Word: evaporate
Syn.: disappear
Examples: -The chances of the two sides reaching an agreement have evaporated.
-The evaporation of the funds was unexplainable.
N.: evaporation
V.: to vanish

Word: recover
Syn.: retrieve
Examples: -The NASA team was unable to recover the space capsule.
-The recovered objects had not been damaged.
Adj.: recovered, recoverable
N.: recovery
V.: to get back; to have something returned

Word: reportedly
Syn.: Rumored
Examples: -The students reportedly sent a representative, but she has not arrived yet.
-The reported tornado has not been confirmed.
Adj.: reported
N.: report
Adv.: to know by report; unconfirmed; supposedly

Word: shift
Syn.: Switch
Examples: -The shift in the wind was helpful to the sailors.
-Earthquakes are caused by shifting in layers of earth along faults.
Adj.: shifting, shifty
N.: change in position or direction

Word: Suffer
Syn.: endure
Examples: -The old man suffers from loss of memory.
-Many families experience the suffering of difficult economic times.
Adj.: suffering
N.: suffering, sufferer
V.: to experience difficulty; to worsen in quality; to experience pain

Word: dignitary
Syn.: notable
Examples: -Every dignitary in Washington was invited to the wedding.
-All of the high ranking dignitaries attended the economic summit.
N.: a very important or famous person, usually associated with a high position in government

Word: crucial
Syn.: critical
Examples: -Favorable weather is crucial to a good harvest.
-Having all the information necessary to make a good decision is crucially important.
Adj.: of great importance; extremely necessary
Adv.: crucially

Word: elude
Syn.: evade
Examples: -The criminal has eluded the police for months.
-Success has been elusive for the team.
Adj.: elusive
N.: elusiveness
V.: to escape in a tricky way

Word: Evident
Syn.: apparent
Examples: -It is evident that you are not feeling.
-All the evidences point to the presence of hydrogen.
Adj.: easy to see, usually because of some proof
N.: evidence
Adv.: evidently

Word: exhaust
Syn.: deplete
Examples: -They exhausted their energy in 10 minutes.
-The exhaustive report was acclaimed by everyone.
Adj.: exhaustive, exhausting, exhausted
N.: exhaustion
V.: to use completely; to expend all energy; very thorough
Adv.: exhaustively

Word: extensive
Syn.: comprehensive
Examples: -The extensive snowfall caused problems throughout the city.
-The professor extended a warm welcome to the new student.
Adj.: large in area or number to offer; to make longer. an extending; an additional part
N.: extension
V.: extend
Adv.: extensively

Word: extremely
Syn.: highly
Examples: -When the concert was canceled, some customers became extremely upset.
-He will go to any extreme to get what he wants.
Adj.: extreme, extremist
Adv.: very; to the very end, the highest extent

Word: face
Syn.: confront
Examples: -The mountain climbers faced grave danger on the cliff.
-He finds it difficult to face his problems.
V.: to be in the presence of an oppose

Word: Facet
Syn.: aspect
Examples: -The proposal had many beneficial facets.
-It was a multi faceted problem that challenged the entire student body.
Adj.: faceted
N.: element or component

Word: hero
Syn.: idol
Examples: -He is a hero in the eyes of his admirers.
-They gave a heroic effort to no avail.
Adj.: heroic
N.: heroine (female), heroics, a person remembered for an act of goodness or bravery
Adv.: heroically

Word: inaccessible
Syn.: remote
Examples: -The summit of the mountain was inaccessible.
-The dignitary's inaccessibility frustrated the reporter.
Adj.: something that cannot be reached or communicated with
N.: inaccessibility
Adv.: inaccessibly

Word: obviously
Syn.: evidently
Examples: -It had obviously rained.
-It was obvious that he had not practiced his oral report.
Adj.: obvious
Adv.: in a clear, easy to understand way

Word: Predictably
Syn.: expectedly
Examples: -She predictably forgot to do her assignment.
-The government's predictions were accurate.
Adj.: predictable
N.: prediction
V.: predict
Adv.: in a way that foretells future events

Word: Solve
Syn.: resolve
Examples: -They solved the problem in a way that benefited the entire neighborhood.
-The solution to the problem was elusive.
N.: solution
V.: to find the answer

Word: Suitable
Syn.: appropriate
Examples: -Her dress was not suitable for the occasion.
-The agreement suits all the members of the negotiating team.
Adj.: appropriate, correct; convenient
V.: suit
Adv.: suitably

Word: ample
Syn.: sufficient
Examples: -There is ample evidence that the young man was speeding when the accident occurred.
-She was amply paid for the work she completed.
Adj.: more than enough
Adv.: amply

Word: arid
Syn.: dry
Examples: -The area known as the Sahara Desert is one of the most arid place in the world.
-The valley on the leeward side of the mountain was extremely arid.
Adj.: having little rain or water

Word: avoid
Syn.: avert
Examples: -She could not avoid letting her feelings show.
-The incident would have been avoidable if he had told the truth.
Adj.: avoidable
N.: avoidance
V.: to miss or keep away from

Word: defy
Syn.: resist
Examples: -I defy you to find that book in the library's collection.
-The circus performer demonstrated her death - defying routine.
Adj.: defying
V.: to show little fear or regard for rules or established norms; to challenge
Adv.: defyingly

Word: enact
Syn.: Legislate
Examples: -Congress enacted the legislation during its last session.
-The enactment of the laws was in the hands of the Senate.
Adj.: enacted
N.: enactment
V.: to pass a law

Word: even
Syn.: Equitable
Examples: -The sound isn't even turn up the left speaker.
-The profits were divided evenly among the investors.
Adj.: regular, smooth; in equal parts
N.: evenness
Adv.: evenly

Word: feign
Syn.: simulate
Examples: -She feigned illness when it was time to visit the dentist.
-Her unhappiness was feigned.
Adj.: feigned
V.: to pretend, make believe

Word: fertile
Syn.: Rich
Examples: -The delta areas of rivers are known for their fertile soil.
-Fertilizers are used on crops to increase yields.
Adj.: able to produce abundantly
N.: fertility, fertilizer
V.: fertilize

Word: freshly
Syn.: recently
Examples: -Freshly harvested produce is hard to find in the winter months.
-The product's freshness depends on an efficient transportation system to bring it to market.
Adj.: fresh
N.: freshness
V.: freshen
Adv.: caught or produced not long ago

Word: function
Syn.: Role
Examples: -It is the function of the director to organize and lead the department.
-Most appliances cannot function without electricity.
Adj.: functional
N.: the normal purpose of something
Adv.: functionally

Word: fundamental
Syn.: essential
Examples: -The student government promised fundamental changes in the registration process.
-He is fundamentally strong in his area of expertise.
Adj.: a primary or basic element
Adv.: fundamentally

Word: indiscriminate
Syn.: arbitrary
Examples: -The indiscriminate arrangement of the products made the store confusing.
-The book's chapters seem to be organized indiscriminately.
Adj.: not chosen carefully; unplanned
Adv.: indiscriminately

Word: selective
Syn.: discriminating
Examples: -They were very selective when they chose the members of the academic team.
-He selected Spanish as his language class.
Adj.: select, carefully chosen
N.: selection, selectivity
V.: select
Adv.: selectively

Word: spacious
Syn.: expansive
Examples: -The spacious plains of the Midwest make up the nation's breadbasket.
-A vacuum is an empty space.
Adj.: spaciously, having a lot of room
N.: space, spaciousness

Word: withstand
Syn.: survive
Examples: -She cannot withstand the pressures of her job.
-The old building withstood the terrible storm.
V.: to fight without surrender; to persist

Word: durable
Syn.: sturdy
Examples: -It was a durable refrigerator, but it finally broke.
-The durability of tires is a key factor in determining their quality.
Adj.: something that lasts a long time time during which something lasts
N.: durability, duration

Word: favor
Syn.: support
Examples: -The supervisor favored the first of the two plans.
-The weather was favorable for the contest.
Adj.: favorable, favorite
V.: to prefer advantageous
Adv.: favorably

Word: gain
Syn.: attain
Examples: -He gained a lot of experience working as a volunteer.
-His gain in knowledge was impressive.
Adj.: gainful
N.: gain, to obtain something needed or useful; to increase the amount of something

Word: generate
Syn.: create
Examples: -The appearance of the dance troupe generated a lot of excitement.
-The generator provides power to the building during a blackout.
Adj.: generated
N.: generation, generator
V.: to produce

Word: halt
Syn.: stop
Examples: -Bus service to the city was halted due to poor road conditions.
-The supervisor put a halt to the tardiness of the employees.
Adj.: halting
V.: to stop or discontinue
Adv.: haltingly

Word: handle
Syn.: manage
Examples: -They handled themselves very well given the circumstances.
-They president's handling of the crisis was widely applauded.
V.: to deal with or control

Word: harbor
Syn.: shelter
Examples: -He harbors ill feelings for her.
-They harbored the political refugee in their home.
V.: to give protection; not to express a desire or opinion, usually bad

Word: harmful
Syn.: unhealthy
Examples: -Excessive radiation is harmful to the body.
-Bleach harms certain fabrics.
Adj.: something that causes pain or damage
N.: harm
V.: hair
Adv.: harmfully

Word: insignificant
Syn.: Meaningless
Examples: -The amount of rainfall this summer has been insignificantly.
-The insignificance of his comment became apparent with the passing of time.
Adj.: not important; of little value
N.: insignificance
Adv.: insignificantly

Word: mysterious
Syn.: baffling
Examples: -He had a mysterious effect on everyone who heard him speak.
-The man's disappearance was a mystery.
Adj.: not easily understood or figured out
N.: mystery, mysteriousness
Adv.: mysteriously

Word: perilous
Syn.: Dangerous
Examples: -It is perilous to exceed the speed limit.
-There are ample perils in the sport of mountain climbing.
Adj.: threatening or risky; harmful
N.: peril
Adv.: perilously

Word: postpone
Syn.: delay
Examples: -The teacher postponed the lab experiment.
-The postponement of the fight for three hours was unavoidable.
N.: postponement
V.: reschedule at a later time; put off

Word: promote
Syn.: boost
Examples: -Many nations promote tourism to lure foreign currency.
-The customers responded favorably to the half-price promotion.
N.: promoter, promotion
V.: to encourage or advertise; to elevate in rank or grade

Word: reject
Syn.: refuse
Examples: -The insurance company rejected the claim.
-The rejection of his work was difficult for him to understand.
N.: rejection
V.: to refuse

Word: substantial
Syn.: significant
Examples: -The discovery of a vaccine for smallpox was a substantial medical achievement.
-This substantive article will change your opinion of rock music.
Adj.: substantive, important; strongly made; of value

Word: conscientious
Syn.: meticulous
Examples: -She is a conscientious representative of the student body.
-They approached the task conscientiously.
Adj.: showing serious purpose; one who works carefully and with enthusiasm
Adv.: conscientiously

Word: convey
Syn.: communicate
Examples: -The manager of the store conveyed his displeasure directly to the workers.
-He was able to convey his message to the audience with ease.
V.: to make something known to others; to communicate

Word: encompass
Syn.: include
Examples: -Her plan of the study encompasses every aspect of computer science.
-The course encompasses all the literature of the nineteenth century.
V.: to surround completely; to envelop

Word: expansion
Syn.: growth
Examples: -Expansion occurs when matter is heated.
-The laboratory is expanding its capacity to produce computer chips.
Adj.: expandable
N.: expansion, the act of making larger
V.: expand

Word: heighten
Syn.: intensify
Examples: -A very successful interview can heighten a candidate's chances to get a job.
-The public teas in a heightened state of nervousness as the hurricane approached.
Adj.: heightened
N.: height
V.: to cause to become greater

Word: highlight
Syn.: emphasize
Examples: -The manual highlights basic operation of the videotape player.
-The final goal was the highlight of the game.
V.: to emphasize the part of a greater whole

Word: inadvertently
Syn.: carelessly
Examples: -The reporters had inadvertently failed to include the name of one of the dignitaries.
-His inadvertent calculation caused him to derive the wrong answer.
Adj.: inadvertent
Adv.: by accident; without paying attention; unexpectedly

Word: inevitable
Syn.: unavoidable
Examples: -When two weather systems meet, unsettled weather conditions are inevitable.
-The inevitability of the outcome made the challenge less exciting.
Adj.: something that cannot be prevented from happening
N.: inevitability
Adv.: inevitably

Word: infancy
Syn.: beginning
Examples: -The new theory is in its infancy and will be thoroughly tested by its critics.
-Certain head injuries can cause infantile behavior.
Adj.: infantile
N.: infant, in the beginning stages of development

Word: miraculously
Syn.: astonishingly
Examples: -Miraculously, he was unharmed after being hit by lightning.
-Given the extent of her injuries, it is almost a miracle that she is still alive.
Adj.: miraculous
N.: miracle
Adv.: caused by something that cannot be explained by the laws of nature.

Word: retrieve
Syn.: recover
Examples: -Will Detroit retrieve its status as the car manufacturing center of the world?
-This computerized information retrieval system is the most up-to-date system available.
N.: retrieval
V.: to find and bring back

Word: systematically
Syn.: methodically
Examples: -The plan was developed systematically by a team of experts.
-Systematic changes in foreign policy have been proposed.
Adj.: systematic
N.: system
Adv.: done according to a plan

Word: unlikely
Syn.: doubtful
Examples: -Rain is unlikely during the summer.
-It is unlikely that he will want to attend the conference.
Adj.: not probable

Word: unwarranted
Syn.: unjustified
Examples: -His negative reaction was unwarranted.
-The motorist felt that the ticket for the infraction was unwarranted.
Adj.: without good reason or cause; inappropriate

Word: zenith
Syn.: apex
Examples: -He reached the zenith of his profession at a very young age.
-The publication of the book represented the zenith of his career.
N.: the highest point

Word: agitate
Syn.: disturb
Examples: -The fact that she had not arrived by midnight agitated her parents.
-He was known as a political agitator.
N.: agitation, agitator
V.: to shake or move; to cause worry

Word: confidential
Syn.: secret
Examples: -We were told that the information is strictly confidential.
-She confided to me that she had always wanted to be a movie star.
Adj.: confidential, to be said or written in secret
N.: confidant
V.: confide
Adv.: confidentially

Word: delighted
Syn.: elated
Examples: -He was delighted with the result of the experiment.
-It was a delightful afternoon.
Adj.: delightful, to be satisfied; very happy
N.: delight
Adv.: delightfully

Word: discreetly
Syn.: cautiously
Examples: -The teacher discreetly told the parents about her problems.
-You can count on me to be discreet.
Adj.: discreet
N.: discretion
Adv.: in a careful, polite manner

Word: documented
Syn.: proven
Examples: -He had documented proof that the bank had made an error.
-The car's documentation was in order.
Adj.: documentary, proven with written evidence
N.: documentation
V.: document

Word: gradually
Syn.: steadily
Examples: -The bay has gradually deteriorated over the years.
-There has been a gradual change in the climate over the past decade.
Adj.: gradual
Adv.: slowly but surely

Word: influence
Syn.: affect
Examples: -He was unable to influence his friend's decision.
-The drought was due to the influence of a warm water current called "el nino".
Adj.: influential
V.: to have an effect on a person's point of view or behavior; to change the course of events

Word: inordinate
Syn.: excessive
Examples: -The airlines had to cancel an inordinate number of flights due to the fog.
-There was an inordinately large number of whales off the coast.
Adj.: a large amount or quality; more than reasonable
Adv.: inordinately

Word: instantly
Syn.: immediately
Examples: -The computer finished the job instantly.
-It happened in an instant.
Adj.: instantaneous, instant
N.: instant
Adv.: happening immediately; in a short period of time

Word: intentionally
Syn.: deliberately
Examples: -The machine was left on intentionally.
-Her action was an indication of her good intentions.
Adj.: intentional
N.: intention, intent
Adv.: with definite purpose and planning

Word: intrinsic
Syn.: inherent
Examples: -A penny has little intrinsic value.
-The forests of the Northwest are intrinsically rich in natural resources.
Adj.: belonging to the essential nature of something
Adv.: intrinsically

Word: inundate
Syn.: overwhelm
Examples: -The radio stations were inundated with reports of a severe traffic accident.
-The foundation experienced an inundation of requests for money.
N.: inundation
V.: to flood

Word: involve
Syn.: include
Examples: -She involved herself in many activities to meet new friends.
-His involvement in right-wing politics is well documented.
Adj.: involved
N.: involvement
V.: to become concerned with or connected to

Word: nominal
Syn.: moderate
Examples: -The office building was sold at a nominal price.
-She was nominally successful as an actress.
Adj.: very small; in form but not in substance
Adv.: nominally

Word: presumably
Syn.: supposedly
Examples: -The old wreck was presumably located to the southwest of Florida.
-I presume that you have been camping before.
Adj.: presumable
N.: presumption
V.: presume
Adv.: reported but not confirmed

Word: absurd
Syn.: ridiculous
Examples: -Confidentially, I think his suggestion is absurd.
-They are absurdly irrational about the issue.
Adj.: clearly false, without reason
N.: absurdity
Adv.: absurdly

Word: abuse
Syn.: misuse
Examples: -The constant abuse of the environment will have grave consequences in the future.
-He received an abusive letter from an irate citizen.
Adj.: abusive
N.: the act of using or treating things in an incorrect way
Adv.: abusively

Word: allocation
Syn.: distribution
Examples: -His allocation of materials was gradually used up.
-Allocating office space in the building was a difficult task.
Adj.: allocated
N.: a share; a part set aside for a special purpose; an assignment of portions
V.: allocate

Word: balanced
Syn.: equalized
Examples: -He made a balanced presentation of both points of view.
-The museum contains a pleasant balance of paintings from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Adj.: a state where everything is of the same size or weight; an element on one side that counters an equal element on the other
N.: balance

Word: conservation
Syn.: preservation
Examples: -Conservation of forest land is the primary objective of the National Forest Service.
-The Republican party is generally known to be more conservative than the Democratic party.
N.: conservative, conservationist, conservatism, the act of using carefully; setting aside for future use favoring traditional values
V.: conserve

Word: fallacious
Syn.: incorrect
Examples: -Her fallacious argument could not be defended.
-It is a fallacy to think that money will bring you happiness.
Adj.: having errors
N.: fallacy
Adv.: fallaciously

Word: feasible
Syn.: possible
Examples: -It is a feasible design for the high-rise building.
-Before they begin the project, a study must be done of its feasibility.
Adj.: able to be done
N.: feasibility
Adv.: feasibly

Word: lack
Syn.: shortage
Examples: -There was an inordinate lack of rain last fall.
-The mathematician lacked communication skills.
N.: a need for; an insufficient amount

Word: limber
Syn.: flexible
Examples: -The dancer has a limber body.
-She was able to make the limber movements that are required of gymnasts.
Adj.: to be stretched, easily shaped

Word: means
Syn.: methods
Examples: -He was told to finish the joy by any means available to him.
-The most convenient means of communicating with someone is by phone.
N.: ways

Word: narrow
Syn.: thin
Examples: -The canal was extremely narrow.
-The driver narrowly escaped injury when his car went off the road.
Adj.: small from one side to the other; limited
N.: narrowness
Adv.: narrowly

Word: preconception
Syn.: bias
Examples: -It is difficult to overcome preconceptions if we are not open to new ideas.
-His preconceived notions about Los Angeles disappeared after he visited the city.
Adj.: preconceived
N.: an opinion formed in advance without experience or knowledge of something
V.: preconceive

Word: robust
Syn.: energetic
Examples: -The robust economy is expected to continue growing quickly.
-The new product is selling robustly.
Adj.: showing good health; in good shape
N.: robustness
Adv.: robustly

Word: steady
Syn.: constant
Examples: -Steady growth is projected for companies involved in genetic engineering.
-The secretary has steadily earned respect for her work.
Adj.: firm; in a fixed position; without change; reliable, dependable
N.: steadiness
Adv.: steadily

Word: swift
Syn.: fast
Examples: -The contestants were swift thinkers.
-They swiftly agreed with the conclusion of the report.
Adj.: quick
N.: swiftness
Adv.: swiftly

Word: antiquated
Syn.: old-fashioned
Examples: -This antiquated machinery breaks down too frequently.
-Their home is filled with antique furniture.
Adj.: too old to be presently useful; outmoded
N.: antique

Word: coherent
Syn.: logical
Examples: -It was a well-balanced, coherent presentation.
-There was a cohesive feeling among the new works.
Adj.: cohesive, well reasoned; ideas that are clearly presented sticking together as a group
N.: coherence, cohesion
V.: cohere
Adv.: coherently

Word: develop
Syn.: evolve
Examples: -The management team developed the idea over a period of years.
-The country's prospects for rapid development depend on approval of the free trade agreement.
Adj.: developing
N.: development, developer
V.: to grow; to increase; to become more complete

Word: fabricate
Syn.: invent
Examples: -The executive fabricated the story about the merger.
-His alibi is the weakest fabrication I have ever heard.
Adj.: fabricated
N.: fabrication
V.: to make up, usually with an intent to fool or trick; to lie

Word: investigation
Syn.: probe
Examples: -The comprehensive investigation of the bank revealed no illegal activity.
-Some members of the Senate wanted to appoint a special investigator.
Adj.: investigative
N.: investigator, a careful examination in order to determine facts
V.: investigate

Word: normally
Syn.: typically
Examples: -It is normally quite cold this time of the year.
-The new treaty leads to a normalization of relations between the two countries.
Adj.: normal
N.: normalization, norm
V.: normalize
Adv.: commonly, usually

Word: notice
Syn.: observe
Examples: -The doctor noticed a small fracture in the patient's finger.
-The weather was noticeably cooler.
Adj.: noticeable
V.: to sense; to be aware
Adv.: noticeably

Word: notion
Syn.: concept
Examples: -She has the notion that she wants to become an architect.
-Some outlandish notions about the origin of the solar system have been disproved.
N.: an idea, belief, or opinion

Word: novel
Syn.: original
Examples: -The physicist had some novel ideas about traveling at the speed of light.
-The novel suggestions were implemented.
Adj.: something unusual, uncommon; new

Word: opposition
Syn.: resistance
Examples: -The students voiced their opposition to the rise in tuition.
-The government opposed price controls.
Adj.: oppositional, oppositionary
N.: the state of acting against; not being in agreement
V.: oppose

Word: record
Syn.: register
Examples: -The coldest temperatures in the United States have been recorded at International Falls, Minnesota.
-Many businesses are using recordings to answer consumer questions.
Adj.: recorded
N.: record, recording, recorder
V.: to make a written or oral notation; to copy

Word: relate
Syn.: communicate
Examples: -Although they did not agree with the plan, they did not relate their opposition to it.
-What is the relationship between supply and demand?
Adj.: related
N.: relation, relationship
V.: to tell; to show a connection between two things

Word: suspect
Syn.: speculate
Examples: -He suspected that the substance was not present in the compound.
-I have a suspicion that he will want to participate in the investigation.
Adj.: suspected
N.: suspicion, suspect
V.: to think that something is true, but having no proof

Word: unbiased
Syn.: objective
Examples: -Her unbiased analysis of the problem allowed her to find the solution more rapidly.
-Here is unbiased proof that nitrogen exists in this compound.
Adj.: with no preconceptions

Word: varied
Syn.: diverse
Examples: -The class expressed varied opinions about the movie.
-There are various ways to solve the problem.
Adj.: variable, various, being of many different types
N.: variant, variety, variation, variability
V.: vary
Adv.: variably

Word: accentuate
Syn.: emphasize
Examples: -The colorful dress accentuated the joy of the occasion.
-The supervisor accentuated her preference for hard-working employees during the performance appraisal.
Adj.: accentuated
N.: accentuation
V.: to highlight; to give more importance to

Word: disguise
Syn.: conceal
Examples: -It is hard to disguise the fact that business is slow.
-Everyone saw through his disguise.
Adj.: disguised
V.: to hide the usual appearance of something

Word: finance
Syn.: fund
Examples: -The art exhibition was financed by a private foundation.
-The college was financially independent.
Adj.: financial
N.: finance, finances
V.: financed, to provide money
Adv.: financially

Word: initiate
Syn.: launch
Examples: -The newcomer initiated the long citizenship process.
-Their work shows a lot of initiative.
Adj.: initiated
N.: initiation, initiative
V.: to begin; to establish; to take decisive action without help

Word: Innovative
Syn.: creative
Examples: -This innovative project is worthy of support.
-There have been many innovations in the field of genetic engineering.
Adj.: something newly introduced; creative
N.: innovator, innovation

Word: narrate
Syn.: relate
Examples: -Walter Cronkite narrated the documentary film.
-Her fabricated narrative generated a lot of excitement.
Adj.: narrative
N.: narrative, narration, narrator
V.: to tell a story; relate

Word: nevertheless
Syn.: nonetheless
Examples: -She was quite sick; nevertheless, she attended all of her classes.
-His project was flawed; nevertheless it won second prize.
Conj.: in spite of that

Word: occasionally
Syn.: sometimes
Examples: -Extreme heat occasionally causes health problems.
-They were very fine students who, on occasion, experienced problems with pop quizzes.
Adj.: occasional
N.: occasion
Adv.: now and then; once in a while

Word: omit
Syn.: neglect
Examples: -He inadvertently omitted some important data from the report.
-His paper had several notable omissions.
Adj.: omitted
N.: omission
V.: to leave out, not include

Word: outlandish
Syn.: bizarre
Examples: -His outlandish dens demonstrated his creativity.
-Rebellious youth in many countries dress outlandishly.
Adj.: strange and unpleasant; beyond accepted norms
Adv.: outlandishly

Word: overcome
Syn.: conquer
Examples: -The young woman was overcome with emotion when she learned she had won a scholarship.
-The family overcame many obstacles to purchase the house.
V.: to defeat, fight with success; to take control of an individual

Word: partially
Syn.: somewhat
Examples: -The clerk was only partially responsible for the error.
-The business venture was only a partial success.
Adj.: partial
N.: part
Adv.: partly, a part of the whole; incomplete

Word: pass
Syn.: approve
Examples: -The proposed amendment passed unanimously.
-The passage of the resolution is in doubt.
Adj.: passable
N.: passage
V.: to accept formally by vote

Word: portray
Syn.: depict
Examples: -The girl portrayed an orphan.
-The book's portrayal of Mozart as a calm, mature individual is absurd.
N.: portrayal
V.: to represent; to act

Word: submit
Syn.: propose
Examples: -The architects had to submit plans reflecting the new specifications.
-The submission of the application must be made by February 13.
N.: submission
V.: to turn in, offer for evaluation

Word: decline
Syn.: decrease
Examples: -The old man's health has declined since he retired.
-Serious communicable diseases are on the decline in most parts of the world.
V.: to move from good to bad, or from much to little, to refuse

Word: gather
Syn.: collect
Examples: -He carefully gathered his thoughts just before the interview.
-A gathering of citizens developed outside the courthouse.
N.: gathering
V.: to collect

Word: motion
Syn.: movement
Examples: -The motion of the flame was hypnotic.
-They motioned her to leave the area.
N.: the state of changing one's position to direct by moving

Word: partisan
Syn.: biased
Examples: -Partisan political infighting caused Congress's influence to decline.
-His views reflected his partisan bins.
Adj.: strongly supporting a group or point of view

Word: pattern
Syn.: habit
Examples: -The bright pattern of the monarch butterfly distracts its predators.
-The new stadium was patterned after the old traditional ballparks.
Adj.: patterned
N.: a regular, repeated arrangement or action

Word: Phenomena
Syn.: events
Examples: -Rain showers are almost unknown phenomena in the Atacama Desert of Chile.
-The musician' s phenomenal performance was applauded by the critics.
Adj.: phenomenal
N.: phenomenon, natural events or facts; strange or notable happenings
Adv.: phenomenally

Word: philanthropic
Syn.: humanitarian
Examples: -The philanthropic work of the foundation benefits all sectors of society.
-His philanthropy is recognized around the world.
Adj.: a feeling of love for people, usually resulting in financial aid to worthy causes
N.: philanthropist, philanthropy

Word: placid
Syn.: calm
Examples: -The placid nature of her personality made her easy to work with.
-The waves moved placidly toward shore.
Adj.: quiet, not easily upset
Adv.: placidly

Word: plentiful
Syn.: abundant
Examples: -Examples of Miro's art plentiful.
-A balanced diet normally provides plenty of the necessary vitamins.
Adj.: more than sufficient
N.: plenty
Adv.: plentifully

Word: reaction
Syn.: response
Examples: -When chlorine and ammonia are mixed, the chemical reaction causes chlorine gas.
-They reacted to the report by making some swift changes in management.
Adj.: reactive, reactionary
N.: a reply; a change that occurs when substances are mixed
V.: react
Adv.: reactively

Word: rhythm
Syn.: pulse
Examples: -The rhythm of the rain hitting the roof put him to sleep.
-She noticed the rhythmic beating of her heart as the moment of truth arrived.
Adj.: rhythmic
N.: a regular pattern, usually in music
Adv.: rhythmically

Word: scenic
Syn.: picturesque
Examples: -The scenic route to the summit is much more interesting than the fastest route.
-The scenery in rural Japan is impressive.
Adj.: concerning pleasant natural surroundings
N.: scenery, scene
Adv.: scenically

Word: shallow
Syn.: superficial
Examples: -Estuaries are typically shallow bodies of water.
-The result of their research demonstrated the shallowness of the hypothesis.
Adj.: not far from top to bottom
N.: shallowness
Adv.: shallowly

Word: vanishing
Syn.: disappearing
Examples: -The red squirrel is a vanishing species that needs a protected habitat to survive.
-No one knows with certainty what caused the dinosaurs to vanish from the face of the earth.
Adj.: going out of sight
V.: vanish

Word: account
Syn.: story
Examples: -His account of the incident varied from that of the other witnesses.
-We need an accounting of all the money that was spent.
Adj.: accountable
N.: accounting, accountant, a report of an event; money kept in a bank; a statement of something used or received, usually a financial reportaccount

Word: archaic
Syn.: ancient
Examples: -These archaic methods of farming must be brought up to date.
-His speech was full of archaic expressions.
Adj.: very old, old-fashioned; no longer used

Word: hasten
Syn.: accelerate
Examples: -After notifying his family of the accident, he hastened to add that he had not been hurt.
-You should not make important decisions hastily.
Adj.: hasty
N.: hastiness
V.: to cause to go faster; move forward more quickly
Adv.: hastily

Word: hue
Syn.: color
Examples: -The hue of the sunset was beautiful.
-The hue of the room gave it a warm feeling.

Word: illustration
Syn.: picture
Examples: -The illustration makes the process of condensation more understandable.
-This experiment illustrates how certain chemicals can react violently when combined.
Adj.: illustrated, illustrative
N.: illustrator, a visual image, typically used to explain
V.: illustrate

Word: inactive
Syn.: idle
Examples: -The virus remains inactive for a long period of time.
-Her inaction has caused her to miss many opportunities to advance her career.
Adj.: not moving; not involved
N.: inaction, inactivity

Word: intricate
Syn.: complex
Examples: -The intricate design of the vase made it a valuable piece for her collection.
-I cannot begin to understand all of the intricacies of modern automobile motors.
Adj.: having many parts; finely detailed
N.: intricacy
Adv.: intricately

Word: magnitude
Syn.: dimension
Examples: -The magnitude of shock waves determines the damage that occurs during an earthquake.
-The invention of the telephone was a magnificent achievement for mankind.
Adj.: magnificant
N.: magnification, of great size or importance to increase
V.: magnify
Adv.: magnificently

Word: oblige
Syn.: require
Examples: -She obliged he friend to choose a new lab partner.
-Payment of the student activity fee was obligatory.
Adj.: obliging, obligatory
N.: obligation
V.: to have to do something
Adv.: obligingly

Word: overlook
Syn.: disregard
Examples: -Scientists must not overlook any aspect of experimental procedure.
-The overlooked error raised his score on the test.
Adj.: overlooked
V.: to ignore or neglect

Word: Poll
Syn.: survey
Examples: -The poll indicated that conservation of the environment was the number one issue with college students.
-The pollster asked the questions in a nonpartisan manner.
N.: polling, pollster, questionnaire; a vote of public opinion

Word: position
Syn.: location
Examples: -He held a very high position in the firm.
-The position of aircraft wings causes the lift that allows the plane to leave the ground.
N.: place where something can be found; job

Word: practical
Syn.: functional
Examples: -Her ambitious plan was not very practical.
-Three fundamental issues in measurement are reliability, validity, and practicality.
Adj.: convenient or effective
N.: practicality

Word: predominant
Syn.: principal
Examples: -The predominant export of the Middle East is petroleum.
-Many cities in the southwest are predominantly hispanic.
Adj.: the most noticeable or powerful element
N.: predominance
V.: predominate
Adv.: predominantly

Word: prompt
Syn.: induce
Examples: -His emotional plea prompted the director to give him a second chance.
-Promptness is an important factor in many societies.
N.: promptness
V.: to cause something to happen; to do quickly; to be on time
Adv.: promptly

Word: analogous
Syn.: similar to
Examples: -The action of light waves is analogous to the action of sound waves.
-The analogy between the behavior of the bacteria in the lab and in the human body is not clear.
Adj.: alike in some way
N.: analogy

Word: approximately
Syn.: around
Examples: -There are approximately 100 billion galaxies in the universe.
-The results of this study approximate those of a previous study.
Adj.: approximate
N.: approximation
Adv.: almost correct; not exact

Word: compel
Syn.: obliged
Examples: -The representatives were compelled to vote in favor of the legislation despite their personal opposition to it.
-The lawyer's plea was made in a compelling manner.
Adj.: compelling
V.: to make something happen by necessity or force
Adv.: compellingly

Word: formidable
Syn.: overwhelming
Examples: -Their formidable opponents gave no sign of weakness.
-The man's voice echoed formidably throughout the hallway.
Adj.: difficult; causing worry or fear
Adv.: formidably

Word: intrusive
Syn.: annoying
Examples: -The intrusive bacteria caused his condition to worsen.
-The intrusion of the hazardous gas made it difficult to live in the house.
Adj.: intrusively, the state of being inside or upon something when not desired to be there by others
N.: intrusion, intruder
V.: intrude

Word: periodically
Syn.: sometimes
Examples: -Some materials periodically demonstrate unusual behavior when frozen.
-She has periodic desires to get a job.
Adj.: periodic, periodical
N.: periodical
Adv.: happening repeatedly, occurring at regular intervals Something published at regular intervals

Word: prone
Syn.: inclined to
Examples: -Most liquids are prone to contract when frozen.
-She is prone to study hard the night before her tests.
Adj.: likely to do something

Word: prophetic
Syn.: predictive
Examples: -His prophetic power were investigated by a team of psychologists.
-The brilliant student fulfilled his teacher's prophecy that he would be a successful doctor.
Adj.: correctly telling about future events
N.: prophecy, prophet
V.: prophesy
Adv.: prophetically

Word: proportions
Syn.: dimensions
Examples: -The goal of establishing a space station will take a team effort of major proportions.
-The pilot's salary is proportional to that of pilots of other airlines.
Adj.: proportional, proportionate
N.: relationship of size or importance when compared to another object or person.
Adv.: proportionally, proportionately

Word: readily
Syn.: freely
Examples: -The workers readily complained about the food in the cafeteria.
-Her readiness to cooperate was an important factor in the investigation.
Adj.: ready
N.: readiness
Adv.: willingly; easily

Word: reliably
Syn.: dependably
Examples: -An appliance must perform its task reliably to be popular with consumers.
-Satellite photos show the smallest details with great reliability.
Adj.: reliable, reliant
N.: reliability, reliance
V.: rely
Adv.: in a trusted way

Word: reluctantly
Syn.: hesitatingly
Examples: -Although not completely satisfied with the contract, the officials reluctantly agreed to sign it.
-The electrician was reluctant to estimate the cost of the repair work.
Adj.: reluctant
N.: reluctance
Adv.: unwillingly

Word: renown
Syn.: prominence
Examples: -This school is of great renown.
-The renowned conductor made a guest appearance at the concert.
Adj.: renowned
N.: fame

Word: sacrifice
Syn.: concession
Examples: -He sacrificed his day off to help clean up the neighborhood.
-She made sacrifices in order to be able to attend the university.
Adj.: sacrificial
V.: to give up something of value for the common good

Word: triumph
Syn.: achievement
Examples: -His career was characterized by one triumph after another.
-He triumphed over all of his difficulties.
Adj.: triumphant, triumphal
N.: a victory; a success
Adv.: triumphantly

Word: affordable
Syn.: economical
Examples: -The new dictionary is quite affordable.
-He could afford the house because of current low interest rates.
Adj.: able to be done, usually refers to something you can do without damage orloss
V.: afford
Adv.: affordably

Word: contaminated
Syn.: pollute
Examples: -This contaminated water supply must be closed to the public.
-Bacteria and insects are frequently agents of food contamination.
Adj.: to make something impure by adding something dirty or a poisonous substance
N.: contamination
V.: contaminate

Word: discernible
Syn.: detectable
Examples: -A feeling of anxiety was discernible among the members of the team.
-The new student was unable to discern the humor of the teacher's joke.
Adj.: noticeable; easily seen
N.: discernment
V.: discern
Adv.: discernibly

Word: flourishing
Syn.: thriving
Examples: -Small flourishing companies would be harmed by an increase in the minimum wage.
-A young mind will flourish with the proper guidance.
Adj.: active and growing; healthy
V.: flourish

Word: maintain
Syn.: preserve
Examples: -The building had to be renovated because it was not well maintained.
-Proper maintenance of a car's engine will preserve its performance and value.
N.: maintenance
V.: to support; to keep in good condition

Word: mediocre
Syn.: average
Examples: -This is a mediocre research report.
-The mediocrity of his work was disappointing.
Adj.: of average quality; not good or bad
N.: mediocrity

Word: negligible
Syn.: insignificant
Examples: -The presence of the first person singular in the poem was almost negligible.
-His negligence caused him to lose all of the work he had done on the computer.
Adj.: neglected, neglectful, negligent, hardly noticeable; scarcely detectable to ignore; to give little attention
N.: neglect, negligence
Adv.: negligibly

Word: parallel
Syn.: similar
Examples: -We have lead parallel lives.
-Her background parallels mine.
Adj.: being almost of the same type or time; comparable

Word: peculiar
Syn.: strange
Examples: -This plastic has a peculiar texture.
-The puffin has many peculiarities not shared by other birds.
Adj.: unusual; uncommon
N.: peculiarity
Adv.: peculiarly

Word: potent
Syn.: powerful
Examples: -He gave a potent speech at the convention.
-The venom of the coral snake is extremely potent.
Adj.: very strong

Word: remarkable
Syn.: exceptional
Examples: -The invention of the radio was a remarkable achievement.
-The actor was remarkably calm before his performance.
Adj.: worthy of mention; uncommon
Adv.: remarkably

Word: scattered
Syn.: dispersed
Examples: -Hurricane Andrew left debris scattered throughout Miami.
-The crowd scattered when it began to rain heavily.
Adj.: to be spread out or separated widely
V.: scatter

Word: solid
Syn.: steady
Examples: -The lawyer for the defense portrayed his client as a man of solid integrity.
-The union attempted to solidify its position in the workplace.
Adj.: having good quality, being well made; firm; not a gas or liquid
N.: solidification
V.: solidify
Adv.: solidly

Word: somewhat
Syn.: slight
Examples: -They feel somewhat tired after the mile run.
-Buying food at a convenience store can be somewhat expensive.
Adj.: a little

Word: tedious
Syn.: monotonous
Examples: -The tedious lecture bored most of the audience.
-Some people become frustrated by the tedium of daily living.
Adj.: long and tiring
N.: tedium
Adv.: tediously

Word: briefly
Syn.: concisely
Examples: -The visiting professor spoke briefly at the faculty meeting.
-Solar eclipses are brief moments when the Earth and Moon cross the Sun's fixed position in the solar system.
Adj.: brief
N.: brevity
Adv.: short, usually in time

Word: circulate
Syn.: move freely
Examples: -The news of the president's visit circulated quickly throughout the city.
-A dollar bill remains in circulation for approximately one and a half years.
Adj.: circulatory
N.: circulation
V.: to cause to move along a fixed path; to move freely

Word: consistently
Syn.: dependably
Examples: -The temperature must be maintained consistently at 75° centigrade.
-The policy of the government concerning unemployment has been consistent.
Adj.: consistent
N.: consistency
V.: consist
Adv.: without changing; keeping the same principles, ideas, or quality

Word: exhibit
Syn.: display
Examples: -The compound exhibits the qualities of an acid.
-It was the best exhibition of talent that I have ever seen.
N.: exhibit, exhibition, exhibitor
V.: to show or demonstrate

Word: found
Syn.: establish
Examples: -The wealthy woman founded a hospital in her home town.
-The foundation maintained a number of philanthropic activities.
N.: foundation, founder
V.: to establish, start up a philanthropic organization

Word: improperly
Syn.: inappropriately
Examples: -The disappointing outcome was a result of an improperly prepared petri dish.
-There was an impropriety with the way the funds were spent.
Adj.: improper
N.: impropriety
Adv.: not following established rules; not desirable

Word: impulsively
Syn.: capriciously
Examples: -She reacted impulsively to the loud noise.
-Many shoppers buy items on impulse.
Adj.: impulsive
N.: impulse, impulsiveness
Adv.: acting without thinking

Word: infrequently
Syn.: rarely
Examples: -Tornadoes occur infrequently in the eastern part of the United States.
-Deserts are characterized by their infrequent rainfall.
Adj.: infrequent, almost never
N.: infrequency

Word: isolated
Syn.: secluded
Examples: -The failure of the communications system left the towns isolated.
-The doctors were unable to isolate the cause of the epidemic.
Adj.: kept separated from others
N.: isolation
V.: isolate

Word: overtly
Syn.: openly
Examples: -He overtly disregarded the regulations.
-Her overt attempt to take control of the discussion failed.
Adj.: overt
Adv.: in a way clearly seen; not done secretly

Word: profoundly
Syn.: significantly
Examples: -Everyone was profoundly impressed by the news reports.
-The Nobel Prize is a profound recognition of outstanding achievement.
Adj.: profound
N.: profundity
Adv.: in a deep way; showing deep knowledge of a subject

Word: sharply
Syn.: quickly
Examples: -Car prices rose sharply over the past year.
-There was a sharp change in the humidity after the storm.
Adj.: sharp
N.: sharpness
V.: sharpen
Adv.: showing sensitivity or quick thinking; showing a quick change in direction

Word: situated
Syn.: located
Examples: -The resort town of Cancun is situated in the northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula.
-They found themselves in a very difficult situation.
Adj.: being found in a certain place a current condition
N.: situation
V.: situate

Word: subsequently
Syn.: afterwards
Examples: -The public applauded the president's actions, and subsequently his ratings in the polls improved.
-This report, and all subsequent reports, must be written in the appropriate style.
Adj.: subsequent
Adv.: following; coming after something

Word: unmistakable
Syn.: indisputable
Examples: -The markings of the insect provided an unmistakable identification of the species.
-It is unmistakably clear that the report must be finished by noon.
Adj.: unmistakably, clearly able to be determined

Word: chaotic
Syn.: disorganized
Examples: -The traffic in Seoul is often chaotic.
-There was complete chaos when the world champions arrived at the airport.
Adj.: being in complete disorder and confusion
N.: chaos

Word: characteristic
Syn.: typical
Examples: -The markings on that butterfly are characteristic of the monarch butterfly.
-I would characterize him as a diligent professional.
Adj.: an easily recognized quality of something
N.: characteristic, characterization
V.: characterize
Adv.: characteristically

Word: controversial
Syn.: debatable
Examples: -The governor made a controversial decision to raise taxes.
-The controversy was caused by the proposal to build an airport in the area.
Adj.: something that causes disagreement or argument.
N.: controversy
V.: controversially

Word: exemplify
Syn.: symbolize
Examples: -The recent downturn in the housing industry exemplifies the poor economic conditions.
-Her exemplary academic achievement is representative of most students at this institution.
Adj.: exemplary
V.: to give an example

Word: gratifying
Syn.: satisfying
Examples: -Studying abroad can be a very gratifying experience.
-She was grateful for all the work he had done for her.
Adj.: grateful, giving pleasure or a feeling of accomplishment; showing thanks
N.: gratification, gratefulness
V.: gratify
Adv.: gratefully

Word: interpret
Syn.: clarify
Examples: -The ambiguous speech was very difficult to interpret.
-Their interpretation of the story generated some interesting discussion.
N.: interpreter, interpretation
V.: interpreting, to understand the meaning of something

Word: launch
Syn.: initiate
Examples: -The company launched a new program to attract more clients.
-The launching of the first Soviet satellite, Sputnik, created concern among the American public.
N.: launch, launching
V.: to cause something to begin

Word: legitimate
Syn.: authentic
Examples: -The engineer had a legitimate reason for changing the design of the building.
-The legitimacy of the theory has yet to be determined.
Adj.: reasonable, lawful
N.: legitimacy
Adv.: legitimately

Word: particular
Syn.: specific
Examples: -The speaker has a particular way of persuading his audience.
-That group of workers is particularly difficult to satisfy.
Adj.: a certain way or thing; unusual; hard to please especially
Adv.: particularly

Word: radiant
Syn.: bright
Examples: -The actor's radiant smile captivated the audience.
-The radiance of the fire prevented the firefighters from entering the house.
Adj.: sending out in all directions, especially heat or light
N.: radiance, radiation, radiator
Adv.: radiantly

Word: ridge
Syn.: crest
Examples: -A bald eagle stood on the ridge of the tall office building.
-The mountain ridge was heavily forested.
N.: the top of a mountain range; a raised part of any surface

Word: span
Syn.: cover
Examples: -The old man's life spanned two centuries.
-The span of the bridge is three miles.
V.: the length of time or distance from one limit to the other; to cross

Word: spontaneous
Syn.: instinctive
Examples: -The spontaneous combustion inside the cylinder creates the power of the motor.
-The crowd reacted spontaneously to the danger.
Adj.: unplanned; uncontrolled
N.: spontaneity
Adv.: spontaneously

Word: stream
Syn.: river
Examples: -There was a constant stream of information coming from the White House.
-Water streamed from the dam as workers attempted to make the repairs.
N.: a natural flow of something; a pouring out

Word: striking
Syn.: remarkable
Examples: -His striking proposal saved the company from b6ankruptcy.
-That was a strikingly convincing argument that the speaker delivered.
Adj.: drawing special attention to
Adv.: strikingly

Word: aptly
Syn.: appropriately
Examples: -It was an aptly timed remark.
-Emotional problems are apt to damage personal relationships.
Adj.: apt
N.: aptness
Adv.: having a tendency to do something; likely

Word: demonstration
Syn.: display
Examples: -The demonstration clarified the procedure for everyone.
-The lawyer was demonstrative in making his impassioned plea before the jury.
Adj.: demonstrative, demonstrable
N.: a show or exhibit overtly showing emotion
V.: demonstrate
Adv.: demonstrably

Word: ingredients
Syn.: elements
Examples: -The ingredients of the product are kept secret.
-Good style, punctuation and grammar are important ingredients of a good essay.
N.: things combined to make something; the contents of something

Word: involuntarily
Syn.: automatically
Examples: -He involuntarily agreed to work overtime.
-Reflexes are involuntary reactions to external stimuli.
Adj.: involuntary
Adv.: in an unthinking manner; not chosen

Word: marvel
Syn.: wonder
Examples: -The Great Wall of China is one of the world's marvels.
-The weather was marvelous for an afternoon get-together in the park.
Adj.: marvelous
N.: something that surprises or impresses
Adv.: marvelously

Word: measurable
Syn.: assessable
Examples: -Some personal characteristics, such as good teaching, are hardly measurable.
-A yardstick is used to measure lengths up to three feet.
Adj.: able to determine how much or how many
N.: measurement
V.: measure
Adv.: measurably

Word: moderate
Syn.: medium
Examples: -She made the best of her moderate dancing ability.
-The Broadway play was moderately successful.
Adj.: not too much, not too little to reduce
N.: moderation
Adv.: moderately

Word: odd
Syn.: strange
Examples: -It is odd to find a person who speaks many languages.
-The moon rock is an oddity available at the museum for all to view.
Adj.: unusual
N.: oddity
Adv.: oddly

Word: reflection
Syn.: image
Examples: -His bright smile was a reflection of his satisfaction.
-In order to perceive something visually, light must be reflected from the object's surface.
Adj.: reflected
N.: a picture or element cast back
V.: reflect

Word: supposedly
Syn.: presumably
Examples: -The new trains can supposedly reach speeds of 150 miles per hour.
-The stockbroker's supposition is that the economy will improve.
Adj.: supposed
N.: supposition
V.: suppose
Adv.: according to reports or hearsay; widely believed or accepted

Word: sustained
Syn.: consistent
Examples: -Sustained rainfall is the only hope they have for relief from the drought.
-The trees could not sustain the attack of the locusts.
Adj.: sustenance, continuing in a constant way; remaining strong
V.: sustain

Word: symbols
Syn.: marks
Examples: -The strange symbols found in Egyptian tombs have intrigued historians for centuries.
-I think this painting symbolizes the universal themes of humanity.
Adj.: symbolic
N.: a sign or object that represents something or somebody marks
V.: symbolize
Adv.: symbolically

Word: synthesis
Syn.: combination
Examples: -The language of Papiamento is a synthesis of Dutch and native Indian languages of Curacao.
-Vitamins are synthetically produced.
Adj.: synthetic
N.: the mixing of separate things to form a whole not made by nature
V.: synthesize
Adv.: synthetically

Word: tangible
Syn.: concrete
Examples: -The work of a teacher seldom produces tangible results until years after a student has graduated.
-The solution to this problem can be tangibly demonstrated.
Adj.: real; that which can be felt
N.: tangibility
Adv.: tangibly

Word: tightly
Syn.: firmly
Examples: -The shirt fits too tightly.
-The government is tightening the regulations on the use of seat belts.
Adj.: tight
N.: tightness
V.: tighten
Adv.: being fixed in place; close; leaving no freedom

Word: aggravating
Syn.: irritating
Examples: -The aggravating delay was caused by road repairs.
-The shortage of work aggravated the crisis in the small town.
Adj.: making worse; annoying
N.: aggravation
V.: aggravate

Word: amusement
Syn.: diversion
Examples: -We listened in amusement as he tried to convince his friend to lend him $50.
-His amusing comment made everyone laugh.
Adj.: amusing
N.: something that holds interest and is enjoyable
V.: amuse
Adv.: amusingly

Word: conceivably
Syn.: possibly
Examples: -They could conceivably earn first place with their science project.
-It is conceivable that humans will travel to distant planets one day.
Adj.: conceivable
V.: conceive
Adv.: feasibly; believable

Word: convert
Syn.: alter
Examples: -When boiled, liquids convert to gases.
-The conversion from Fahrenheit to centigrade can be easily made.
Adj.: convertible
N.: conversion
V.: to change from one form or state to another

Word: curative
Syn.: healing.
Examples: -The curative properties of certain plants have been well documented.
-There is no simple cure for the ills of society.
Adj.: being able to restore to good condition
N.: cure

Word: debilitating
Syn.: weakening
Examples: -The lack of investment savings has a debilitating effect on the economy.
-The patient's debility restricted him to the room.
N.: debility
V.: debilitate

Word: deplete
Syn.: consume
Examples: -She depleted all of her savings to buy the word processor.
-The depletion of the Earth's oil reserves poses a threat to our current style of life.
Adj.: depleted
N.: depletion
V.: to use up; to reduce greatly

Word: finite
Syn.: limited
Examples: -There were a finite number of explanations for the unusual reactions.
-Is there a finite number of stars in the universe?
Adj.: of a certain amount; having an end; not infinite

Word: perceive
Syn.: observe
Examples: -We perceive major differences between the two political parties.
-Porpoises are very perceptive mammals.
Adj.: perceivable, perceptive
N.: perception
V.: to sense; to become aware of
Adv.: perceptibly, perceptively

Word: security
Syn.: safety
Examples: -Her sense of security increased as her grades improved.
-We secured all of the doors of the lab before leaving.
Adj.: secure
N.: the feeling of freedom from danger, doubt, or worry
Adv.: securely

Word: toxic
Syn.: poisonous
Examples: -Disposal of toxic wastes is an ongoing problem.
-This product has the highest toxicity of any known to science.
Adj.: harmful; capable of being fatal
N.: toxicity

Word: tranquility
Syn.: peacefulness
Examples: -The tranquility of the lake at sunrise inspired a profound sense of well-being.
-His tranquil manner of expression made us all feel more secure.
Adj.: tranquil
N.: calm; quietness
V.: tranquilize
Adv.: tranquilly

Word: trap
Syn.: retain
Examples: -I was trapped into paying for the meal.
-The trapped animals were released after being tagged by the wildlife conservationists.
Adj.: trapped
V.: to catch and hold onto, usually by trickery; deceived

Word: undeniably
Syn.: absolutely
Examples: -Of all the planets in our solar system, Earth is undeniably the most conducive to supporting life.
-It is undeniable that he has skill, but he needs to show more initiative.
Adj.: undeniable
Adv.: clearly true

Word: underestimated
Syn.: miscalculated
Examples: -The underestimated demand for tickets made the theater manager plan better for the next performance.
-The treasurer underestimated the cost of the new furniture.
Adj.: guessed lower than the actual quality or quantity
V.: underestimate

Word: acknowledge
Syn.: recognize
Examples: -The foreman acknowledged the fact that there had been a mistake in the design of the house.
-The promotion he received was an acknowledgment of his excellent work.
Adj.: acknowledged
N.: acknowledgment
V.: to know, remember, and accept the existence of something

Word: acquire
Syn.: obtain
Examples: -He acquired two beautiful paintings during his visit to Taipei.
-The office's most recent acquisition was a new photocopier.
Adj.: acquisitive
N.: acquisition
V.: to gain or come to possess

Word: assimilate
Syn.: incorporate
Examples: -The United States of America has assimilated people from all parts of the world.
-Assimilation of a new cultural environment can be difficult.
N.: assimilation
V.: to become a part of

Word: assortment
Syn.: selection
Examples: -You have an assortment of elective courses from which to choose.
-He bought a box of assorted books at the book fair.
Adj.: assorted
V.: a variety

Word: caliber
Syn.: quality
Examples: -The high caliber of her work earned her a raise in pay.
-Only parts of the highest caliber can be used to make repairs on the spacecraft.
N.: the standard of; the degree of goodness

Word: condensed
Syn.: summarized
Examples: -This is a condensed version of the original research report.
-Try to condense the two chapters into one.
Adj.: made smaller; shortened; merged
V.: condense

Word: contradictory
Syn.: inconsistent
Examples: -It is contradictory to say that you know French after only studying it for three months.
-The expert contradicted himself during his presentation.
N.: contradiction
V.: contradict
Adv.: not agreeing with the facts or previous statements made on the subject; declared wrong

Word: disregard
Syn.: ignore
Examples: -They disregarded the no parking signs and were ticketed by the police.
-His disregard of the lab instructions caused him to make many errors.
V.: to pay no attention

Word: precious
Syn.: cherished
Examples: -This golden ring is my most precious possession.
-The precious stone was one of a kind.
Adj.: having much monetary or sentimental value; beautiful

Word: prominent
Syn.: renowned
Examples: -Their talent for locating oil deposits made them prominent geologists in the corporation.
-He gained prominence through his television appearances.
Adj.: famous; having a high position
N.: prominence
Adv.: prominently

Word: requisite
Syn.: demanded
Examples: -Here is the list of requisite courses for the master's degree in biology.
-The project team made a requisition for a new set of reference books.
Adj.: needed for a specific purpose a formal request
N.: requirement, requisition
V.: require, requisition

Word: unravel
Syn.: separate
Examples: -The detective was not able to unravel the mystery of the missing money.
-The unraveling of the Soviet Union took place in the span of a few months.
N.: unraveling
V.: to organize; to make clear

Word: vague
Syn.: unclear
Examples: -She only has vague memories of her childhood.
-The vagueness of his directions caused us to get lost.
Adj.: not clear; ambiguous
N.: vagueness
Adv.: vaguely

Word: vast
Syn.: huge
Examples: -I have noticed a vast improvement in your English vocabulary.
-Unfortunately, the water quality has deteriorated vastly since my last visit here.
Adj.: very much; very large
Adv.: vastly

Word: volume
Syn.: quantity
Examples: -The volume of information that a computer diskette can hold is astounding.
-This voluminous report will erase your doubt about the financial condition of the company.
Adj.: voluminous
N.: the amount of something contained in a space holding a lot
Adv.: voluminously

Word: charisma
Syn.: appeal
Examples: -She has a charisma that no other candidate possesses.
-John F. Kennedy was known for his charismatic personality.
Adj.: charismatic
N.: a special quality that endears other people to the person who has this quality

Word: clever
Syn.: astute
Examples: -Everyone appreciated their clever idea.
-His cleverness enabled him to rise quickly in the organization.
Adj.: intelligent; resourceful
N.: cleverness
Adv.: cleverly

Word: convince
Syn.: persuade
Examples: -They could not convince the girls to go to the dance with them.
-The video made a convincing argument for the recycling of paper and plastic materials.
Adj.: convincing
V.: to make someone see things your way
Adv.: convincingly

Word: endure
Syn.: persevere
Examples: -How he is able to endure living next to the airport is beyond my comprehension.
-The endurance displayed by the athlete gave evidence of his rigorous training.
Adj.: endurable, enduring
N.: endurance
V.: to last; to suffer pain

Word: forfeit
Syn.: relinquish
Examples: -Usually you must forfeit your native country's citizenship to become a citizen of another country.
-The forfeit occurred because not enough players showed up.
V.: to give up; to have something taken away, usually by rule or regulation

Word: precarious
Syn.: hazardous
Examples: -The diver put himself in a precarious situation among the sharks.
-The cup was positioned precariously on the edge of the table.
Adj.: not safe, firm, or steady
Adv.: precariously

Word: severe
Syn.: intense
Examples: -The weather service issued a severe storm warning for most of Michigan.
-The severity of his condition will not be known until the test results are studied.
Adj.: extreme; harmful
N.: severity
V.: severely

Word: sporadic
Syn.: erratic
Examples: -The radio communications were subject to sporadic sunspot interference.
-Violent storms occur sporadically in the southwest.
Adj.: not consistent; irregular
Adv.: sporadically

Word: superior
Syn.: exceptional
Examples: -This is a superior fossil of a trilobite.
-The restaurant's superiority was established shortly after it opened.
Adj.: excellent quality; above all the rest
N.: superiority

Word: wanton
Syn.: senseless
Examples: -Her wanton disregard of the rules was unexplainable.
-The jealous man was wantonly impolite to the winner.
Adj.: done without thought or consideration
Adv.: wantonly

Word: weak
Syn.: not strong; incapable
Examples: -The weak light was inadequate for reading.
-Most people have at least one area of weakness.
N.: weakness
V.: weaken
Adv.: weakly

Word: widespread
Syn.: extensive
Examples: -There is a widespread rumor that there will be no class next Thursday.
-The political influence of the developed countries of the world is widespread.
Adj.: found everywhere

Word: wisdom
Syn.: insight
Examples: -It is often said that wisdom is the product of experience.
-It was a wise decision for you to buy a car.
Adj.: wise
N.: knowledge and understanding
Adv.: wisely

Word: witticism
Syn.: humor
Examples: -His witticisms captivated the audience.
-Mark Twain was famous for his sharp wit.
Adj.: witty
N.: wit, wittiness, a joke; a funny story
Adv.: wittily

Word: woo
Syn.: attract
Examples: -The directors tried to woo the support of the union.
-The opponents of the proposed highway wooed nearby residents to defend their position.
V.: to make efforts to attain or gain something

Word: superficial
Syn.: shallow
Examples: -The inspector determined that the crack in the bridge was only superficial.
-You should not try to answer the question superficially.
Adj.: simple; not deep; near the surface
Adv.: superficially

Word: terrifying
Syn.: frightening
Examples: -To be in a violent storm is a terrifying experience.
-They are terrified by dogs.
Adj.: filled with fear
V.: terrify
Adv.: terrifyingly

Word: sheltered
Syn.: shelter
Examples: -She has led a sheltered life since her parents have done everything for her.
-Everyone looked for shelter from the blazing sun.
Adj.: protected from harmful elements; isolated from reality