Advanced Vocab Words - Set 6

Question 1

Define:

pedant

(ped-ant)

Answer 1

n. someone who shows off knowledge

n. someone who pays undue attention to rules

Dominic is a pedant who annoys everyone in the class with his long-winded questions and unnecessary quotes from the textbook.

Root: ped (from Greek paideia, meaning “education” or “child”)

Question 2

Define:

penchant

(pen-chunt)

Answer 2

n. a strong preference for something

Kate had a penchant for interior decorating, so she took over the role of set designer for the play.

Root: pend (from Latin pendere, meaning “to hang”)

Question 3

Define:

penury

(pen-yuh-ree)

Answer 3

n. extreme poverty or destitution

Having lived in penury their whole lives, the townspeople were very grateful for the donations sent by the charitable organization.

Root: pen (from Latin penuria, meaning “want” or “scarcity”)

Question 4

Define:

tangent

(tan-djunt)

Answer 4

n. a different topic

adj. touching

Halfway into her speech on global warming, she went on a tangent about materialism in modern society.

Root: tang (from Latin tangere, meaning “to touch”)

Question 5

Define:

technocracy

(teck-knock-ruh-see)

Answer 5

n. rule by scientists

In the movie, the future is a technocracy where programmers rule the entire world.

Prefix: techno- (from Greek techne, meaning “art” or “skill”); Suffix: -cracy (from Greek kratos, meaning “power” or “rule”)

Question 6

Define:

tedium

(tee-dee-um)

Answer 6

n. dullness

n. the feeling of being bored

The tedium of a fixed routine made John reconsider his plans to become a teacher.

Root: ted (from Latin taedium, meaning “weariness”)

Question 7

Define:

tenacious

(tuh-nay-shuss)

Answer 7

adj. sticking strongly to something

adj. having greater than average longevity

adj. stubborn

Despite the sudden thunderstorm, the tenacious runners continued to move towards the finish line.

Root: ten (from Latin tenere, meaning “to hold”); Suffix: -acious (indicating a tendency or quality)

Question 8

Define:

timorous

(tim-er-us)

Answer 8

adj. easy to frighten

The timorous young man jumped at even the slightest sound.

Root: timor (from Latin timor, meaning “fear”); Suffix: -ous (indicating possessing or full of)

Question 9

Define:

tirade

(tahy-raid)

Answer 9

n. a long, angry rant

One student asked a simple question about the death penalty, causing the teacher to launch into a tirade about the topic.

Root: tir (from French tirade, meaning “a long speech”)

Question 10

Define:

torpid

(tore-pid)

Answer 10

adj. lacking physical or mental energy

The student was torpid and generally uninvolved in discussions, so the teacher had to speak with him about his participation.

Root: torp (from Latin torpere, meaning “to be numb or sluggish”)

Question 11

Define:

torpor

(tore-per)

Answer 11

n. a state of low physical or mental energy

The doctors discovered that her torpor was a symptom of a severe illness.

Root: torp (from Latin torpere, meaning “to be numb or sluggish”)

Question 12

Define:

torrid

(tore-id)

Answer 12

adj. extremely hot

adj. having intense emotion or passion

The president was accused of carrying on a secret and torrid love affair with his aide.

Root: torr (from Latin torrere, meaning “to parch or scorch”)

Question 13

Define:

totalitarianism

(toe-tal-ih-tare-ee-un-izm)

Answer 13

n. absolute, dictatorial control by the government

After years of civil war, one party emerged triumphant and dominated the country in a return to totalitarianism.

Root: total (from Latin totalis, meaning “whole”); Suffix: -arian (indicating a person who advocates or practices something); Suffix: -ism (indicating a system or practice)

Question 14

Define:

tractable

(track-tuh-bul)

Answer 14

adj. easy to handle or control

adj. easily shaped

After some training, the dog became tractable enough to be sold as a pet.

Root: tract (from Latin tractare, meaning “to handle or manage”); Suffix: -able (indicating capable of being)

Question 15

Define:

anomalous

(uh-nom-ih-luss)

Answer 15

adj. different from the norm; aberrant

The new shampoo was a success, although there were a few anomalous cases in which it actually damaged consumers’ hair.

Prefix: an- (from Greek an-, meaning “not”); Root: omal (from Greek homalos, meaning “even” or “regular”); Suffix: -ous (indicating possessing or full of)

Question 16

Define:

antipathy

(an-tip-uh-thee)

Answer 16

n. aversion; loathing

The couple tried to hide their antipathy toward the new neighbors so as not to seem unwelcoming.

Prefix: anti- (from Greek anti-, meaning “against”); Root: path (from Greek pathos, meaning “feeling” or “suffering”)

Question 17

Define:

approbate

(ap-ruh-behyt)

Answer 17

v. to approve

The judge approbated her right to keep the house.

Prefix: ap- (variant of ad-, from Latin, meaning “to”); Root: prob (from Latin probare, meaning “to test” or “to prove”)

Question 18

Define:

appropriate

(uh-pro-pree-ehyt)

Answer 18

v. to take by force

v. to assign for a certain purpose

During the chaos following the president’s death, his wife appropriated the role of head of the organization.

Prefix: ap- (variant of ad-, from Latin, meaning “to”); Root: propri (from Latin proprius, meaning “one’s own”); Suffix: -ate (indicating to make or to act)

Question 19

Define:

arbiter

(are-bih-ter)

Answer 19

n. a person chosen to solve a dispute

One of her duties as babysitter was to act as arbiter when the children got into arguments.

Root: arbit (from Latin arbiter, meaning “judge” or “witness”)

Question 20

Define:

archetype

(are-kih-tahyp)

Answer 20

n. a typical example of something

n. the original on which something else is modeled

Dante’s Divine Comedy was the archetype upon which many derivative works were based.

Prefix: arch- (from Greek archi-, meaning “chief” or “principal”); Root: type (from Greek typos, meaning “model” or “impression”)

Question 21

Which of your vocabulary words means the following?

n. someone who shows off knowledge

n. someone who pays undue attention to rules

Answer 21

pedant

(ped-ant)

synonyms: sophist, doctrinaire, know-it-all, stickler, nitpicker, formalist

His friends often described him as a pedant, constantly correcting their grammar.

The teacher was a pedant who enforced every rule strictly, leaving little room for creativity.

Question 22

Which of your vocabulary words means the following?

n. a strong preference for something

Answer 22

penchant

(pen-chunt)

synonyms: fondness, inclination, predilection, affinity, taste

She has a penchant for classic literature, often choosing to read novels from the 19th century.

Question 23

Which of your vocabulary words means the following?

n. extreme poverty or destitution

Answer 23

penury

(pen-yuh-ree)

synonyms: squalor, deprivation, destitution, impoverishment, hardship

The charity aims to alleviate the penury faced by many families in the community.

Question 24

Which of your vocabulary words means the following?

n. a different topic

Answer 24

tangent

(tan-djunt)

synonyms: digression, departure, diversion, aside, deviation

During the meeting, he went off on a tangent about his vacation plans, losing track of the main agenda.

Question 25

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. rule by scientists

Answer 25

technocracy | (teck-**knock**-ruh-see) ## Footnote synonyms: scientific rule, technological governance, expert management In a _technocracy_, decisions are made based on scientific data and expertise rather than politics.

Question 26

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. dullness n. the feeling of being bored

Answer 26

tedium | (**tee**-dee-um) ## Footnote synonyms: monotony, boredom, routine, dullness, sameness, ennui The _tedium_ of the repetitive tasks made him dread going to work each day. She could hardly mask her _tedium_ during the lengthy lecture.

Question 27

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. sticking strongly to something adj. having greater than average longevity adj. stubborn

Answer 27

tenacious | (tuh-**nay**-shuss) ## Footnote synonyms: adamant, persistent, determined, resolute, unyielding The _tenacious_ grip of the adhesive ensured that the tiles stayed firmly in place. His _tenacious_ attitude made it difficult for him to accept any form of criticism.

Question 28

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. easy to frighten

Answer 28

timorous | (**tim**-er-us) ## Footnote synonyms: fearful, nervous, rattled, apprehensive, shy, trepidatious Her _timorous_ nature made her hesitant to speak in public.

Question 29

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a long, angry rant

Answer 29

tirade | (**tahy**-raid) ## Footnote synonyms: abuse, outburst, berating, diatribe, rant, harangue His _tirade_ against the new policy left everyone in the room stunned.

Question 30

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. lacking physical or mental energy

Answer 30

torpid | (**tore**-pid) ## Footnote synonyms: dormant, drained, motionless, lethargic, sluggish, inert After the long meeting, he felt _torpid_ and needed a break.

Question 31

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a state of low physical or mental energy

Answer 31

torpor | (**tore**-per) ## Footnote synonyms: dormancy, apathy, stagnation, lethargy, indifference During the heat of summer, many people experience a sense of _torpor_.

Question 32

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. extremely hot adj. having intense emotion or passion

Answer 32

torrid | (**tore**-id) ## Footnote synonyms: arid, blazing, impassioned, scorching, fervent, heated The _torrid_ sun beat down on the desert, making it unbearable to walk outside. Her _torrid_ love letters revealed the depth of her feelings.

Question 33

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. absolute, dictatorial control by the government

Answer 33

totalitarianism | (toe-tal-ih-**tare**-ee-un-izm) ## Footnote synonyms: dictatorship, tyranny, authoritarianism, oppression, despotism, regime In a _totalitarianism_, the state exerts complete control over all aspects of public and private life.

Question 34

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. easy to handle or control adj. easily shaped

Answer 34

tractable | (**track**-tuh-bul) ## Footnote synonyms: manageable, compliant, adjustable, docile, obedient, pliable The dog was surprisingly _tractable_, following commands without hesitation. The _tractable_ material allowed the artist to create intricate designs.

Question 35

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. different from the norm; aberrant

Answer 35

anomalous | (uh-**nom**-ih-luss) ## Footnote synonyms: unusual, abnormal, strange, atypical, irregular, aberrant The _anomalous_ results of the experiment prompted further investigation.

Question 36

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. aversion; loathing

Answer 36

antipathy | (an-**tip**-uh-thee) ## Footnote synonyms: disgust, abhorrence, hostility, animosity, enmity His _antipathy_ toward injustice drove him to become an activist.

Question 37

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to approve

Answer 37

approbate | (**ap**-ruh-behyt) ## Footnote synonyms: affirm, accept, endorse, sanction, ratify The committee will _approbate_ the new policy after reviewing its implications.

Question 38

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to take by force v. to assign for a certain purpose

Answer 38

appropriate | (uh-**pro**-pree-ehyt) ## Footnote synonyms: steal, embezzle; allocate, assign, misappropriate, pilfer, confiscate The conquerors sought to _appropriate_ the land for their own use. The funds were _appropriated_ for educational programs.

Question 39

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a person chosen to solve a dispute

Answer 39

arbiter | (**are**-bih-ter) ## Footnote synonyms: mediator, negotiator, referee, judge, authority, adjudicator The _arbiter_ was respected for his fair judgment in complex cases.

Question 40

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a typical example of something n. the original on which something else is modeled

Answer 40

archetype | (**are**-kih-tahyp) ## Footnote synonyms: prototype, paradigm, model, standard, exemplar She is considered the _archetype_ of a successful entrepreneur. The classic novel serves as an _archetype_ for many modern stories.

Question 41

# Define: ardor | (**are**-der)

Answer 41

n. feeling of great warmth or intensity ## Footnote His sense of justice manifests itself in the _ardor_ with which he throws himself into his legal work.

Question 42

# Define: arduous | (**ar**-djew-us)

Answer 42

adj. requiring mental or physical strain adj. demanding ## Footnote The beach was practically empty, as reaching it entailed an _arduous_ journey through a bramble thicket.

Question 43

# Define: aria | (**are**-ee-uh)

Answer 43

n. a solo vocal piece in an opera ## Footnote During her _aria_, the opera singer expressed her character's sorrow to the audience with great skill.

Question 44

# Define: arid | (**air**-id)

Answer 44

adj. extremely dry adj. lacking spirit or vitality ## Footnote The _arid_ climate of the desert is ideal for plants that do not require much water, such as cacti.

Question 45

# Define: sundry | (**suhn**-dree)

Answer 45

adj. various, miscellaneous, separate ## Footnote The _sundry_ items at the garage sale ranged from antique to almost brand new.

Question 46

# Define: reprise | (ruh-**preez**)

Answer 46

n. a repetition of an action v. to repeat or resume ## Footnote The _reprise_ of the song had the audience dancing in the aisles.

Question 47

# Define: harrow | (**hair**-oh)

Answer 47

v. to distress, torment ## Footnote Any talk of layoffs would always leave the entire division _harrowed_ and unable to focus on their work.

Question 48

# Define: sardonic | (sahr-**don**-ik)

Answer 48

adj. cynical, mocking ## Footnote The class clown's _sardonic_ remark landed him in detention.

Question 49

# Define: subterfuge | (**suhb**-ter-fyoodj)

Answer 49

n. a deliberate deception to avoid a consequence ## Footnote Policemen who stop drunk drivers can see right through the _subterfuge_ of hastily chewing a piece of gum.

Question 50

# Define: axiom | (**ack**-see-um)

Answer 50

n. a generally accepted truth ## Footnote In math class, we learned about the different _axioms_ we could use to develop geometric proofs.

Question 51

# Define: controvert | (**kon**-truh-vurt)

Answer 51

v. to deny the truth of ## Footnote Recent experiments seem to _controvert_ the predictions of previous theories.

Question 52

# Define: progeny | (**prodj**-uh-nee)

Answer 52

n. one born or derived from another; an offspring or descendent n. a product of creative effort ## Footnote That family claims to be the _progeny_ of the king of France, but they refuse to submit to a DNA test to prove their bloodline.

Question 53

# Define: potentate | (**poht**-n-teyt)

Answer 53

n. one with absolute power to rule; a monarch ## Footnote While the _potentate_ sipped wine, the peasants toiled in the field.

Question 54

# Define: cardinal | (**kahr**-dn-uhl)

Answer 54

adj. of paramount importance adj. dark red ## Footnote At the graduation speech, the valedictorian gave them _cardinal_ rules to live by.

Question 55

# Define: hidebound | (**hahyd**-bound)

Answer 55

adj. rigid, dry, unmoving ## Footnote The _hidebound_ rules of organized religion have never appealed to me much.

Question 56

# Define: chary | (**chair**-ee)

Answer 56

adj. very cautious; not giving or spending freely adj. shy ## Footnote Joe was _chary_ of his praise for his daughters, but when he did congratulate them, they beamed.

Question 57

# Define: arabesque | (air-uh-**besk**)

Answer 57

n. a complex, ornate design ## Footnote The kimono was trimmed with an _arabesque_ of tiny yellow curlicues.

Question 58

# Define: rapturous | (**rap**-cher-uhs)

Answer 58

adj. expressing great pleasure or enthusiasm ## Footnote The presidential decree was greeted with _rapturous_ applause.

Question 59

# Define: amalgamate | (uh-**mal**-guh-meyt)

Answer 59

v. to combine several elements into a whole; to blend ## Footnote Our county will _amalgamate_ with the neighboring county in order to cut administrative costs.

Question 60

# Define: prattle | (**prat**-uhl)

Answer 60

v. to babble or speak foolishly ## Footnote The confused student _prattled_ for a few minutes before sitting back down.

Question 61

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. feeling of great warmth or intensity

Answer 61

ardor | (**are**-der) ## Footnote synonyms: admiration, passion, fervor, zeal, enthusiasm His _ardor_ for the project inspired everyone on the team.

Question 62

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. requiring mental or physical strain adj. demanding

Answer 62

arduous | (**ar**-djew-us) ## Footnote synonyms: burdensome, exhausting, laborious, strenuous, grueling The hike was _arduous_, demanding both stamina and determination. She faced an _arduous_ task in completing the report by the deadline.

Question 63

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a solo vocal piece in an opera

Answer 63

aria | (**are**-ee-uh) ## Footnote synonyms: descant, hymn, song, melody, solo, duet The soprano's _aria_ captivated the audience with its emotional depth.

Question 64

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. extremely dry adj. lacking spirit or vitality

Answer 64

arid | (**air**-id) ## Footnote synonyms: dry, barren, desiccated, parched, lifeless The _arid_ landscape made it difficult for plants to survive. The presentation was so _arid_ that many attendees struggled to stay awake.

Question 65

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. various, miscellaneous, separate

Answer 65

sundry | (**suhn**-dree) ## Footnote synonyms: assorted, different, diverse, varied, disparate The shop sells _sundry_ items, from books to kitchenware.

Question 66

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a repetition of an action n. to repeat or resume

Answer 66

reprise | (ruh-**preez**) ## Footnote synonyms: recurrence, repetition, return, reiteration, revival, comeback The _reprise_ of the song brought back fond memories for the audience. The composer decided to include a _reprise_ of the main theme in the final act.

Question 67

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to distress, torment

Answer 67

harrow | (**hair**-oh) ## Footnote synonyms: depredate, harass, torment, afflict, trouble The memories of the event continued to _harrow_ him for years.

Question 68

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. cynical, mocking

Answer 68

sardonic | (sahr-**don**-ik) ## Footnote synonyms: derisive, scornful, sarcastic, biting, contemptuous His _sardonic_ humor often left others feeling uncomfortable.

Question 69

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a deliberate deception to avoid a consequence

Answer 69

subterfuge | (**suhb**-ter-fyoodj) ## Footnote synonyms: cheating, dishonesty, dissimulation, deceit, trickery, evasion She used _subterfuge_ to evade the question and shift the conversation.

Question 70

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a generally accepted truth

Answer 70

axiom | (**ack**-see-um) ## Footnote synonyms: principle, fundamental, maxim, truth, postulate It is an _axiom_ that hard work leads to success.

Question 71

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to deny the truth of

Answer 71

controvert | (**kon**-truh-vurt) ## Footnote synonyms: oppose, argue, deny, dispute, refute, challenge, contradict Many experts tried to _controvert_ the claim with counter-evidence.

Question 72

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. one born or derived from another; an offspring or descendent n. a product of creative effort

Answer 72

progeny | (**prodj**-uh-nee) ## Footnote synonyms: offspring, children, lineage, result, descendant, heir, output The _progeny_ of the famous scientist continue to make significant contributions to research. His latest painting was the _progeny_ of years of artistic development.

Question 73

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. one with absolute power to rule; a monarch

Answer 73

potentate | (**poht**-n-teyt) ## Footnote synonyms: autocrat, chief, leader, sovereign, ruler, despot The _potentate_ of the small kingdom wielded immense influence over his subjects.

Question 74

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. of paramount importance adj. dark red

Answer 74

cardinal | (**kahr**-dn-uhl) ## Footnote synonyms: important, key, crucial, vital, burgundy Safety is a _cardinal_ rule when operating heavy machinery. The _cardinal_ dress added a vibrant touch to the festive decorations.

Question 75

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. rigid, dry, unmoving

Answer 75

hidebound | (**hahyd**-bound) ## Footnote synonyms: fixed, immovable, strict, inflexible, unyielding, conservative The _hidebound_ policies of the organization stifled innovation.

Question 76

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. very cautious; not giving or spending freely adj. shy

Answer 76

chary | (**chair**-ee) ## Footnote synonyms: stingy, cautious; abashed, modest, hesitant, wary She was _chary_ about lending money to friends after a bad experience. His _chary_ demeanor made it difficult for him to join in on group discussions.

Question 77

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a complex, ornate design

Answer 77

arabesque | (air-uh-**besk**) ## Footnote synonyms: design, frill, adornment, flourish, ornamentation, embellishment, motif The _arabesque_ patterns on the wall added elegance to the room.

Question 78

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. expressing great pleasure or enthusiasm

Answer 78

rapturous | (**rap**-cher-uhs) ## Footnote synonyms: delighted, happy, ecstatic, euphoric, exuberant The audience gave a _rapturous_ applause at the end of the performance.

Question 79

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to combine several elements into a whole; to blend

Answer 79

amalgamate | (uh-**mal**-guh-meyt) ## Footnote synonyms: integrate, combine, merge, fuse, consolidate The two companies decided to _amalgamate_ their resources to improve efficiency.

Question 80

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to babble or speak foolishly

Answer 80

prattle | (**prat**-uhl) ## Footnote synonyms: chatter, gab, gush, babble, jabber, blather The children _prattled_ on about their day, oblivious to the time.

Question 81

# Define: simian | (**sim**-ee-uhn)

Answer 81

adj. relating to apes ## Footnote Humans have many _simian_ characteristics.

Question 82

# Define: precipice | (**press**-uh-piss)

Answer 82

n. a steep rock or cliff face ## Footnote The climber faced the largest _precipice_ of his career.

Question 83

# Define: augury | (**aw**-gyuh-ree)

Answer 83

n. divination n. an omen, portent ## Footnote _Augury_ is often performed by observing a crystal ball.

Question 84

# Define: picayune | (pik-ee-**yoon**)

Answer 84

adj. of little value, paltry, petty n. something of little value ## Footnote His craftsmanship wasn't worth a _picayune_.

Question 85

# Define: anthropomorphic | (an-thruh-puh-**mawr**-fik)

Answer 85

adj. having human characteristics ## Footnote Many people believe that aliens will be _anthropomorphic_, but there is no evidence to support that.

Question 86

# Define: ramify | (**ram**-uh-fahy)

Answer 86

v. to be divided, to branch out ## Footnote The dispute _ramified_ as more factions got involved.

Question 87

# Define: upbraid | (uhp-**breyd**)

Answer 87

v. to scold sharply, reprimand, or blame ## Footnote Mom _upbraided_ me for not doing the dishes last night.

Question 88

# Define: banality | (buh-**nal**-ih-tee)

Answer 88

n. triviality n. something overused and trite ## Footnote The once-funny joke had become a _banality_ in the camp.

Question 89

# Define: base | (**behyss**)

Answer 89

adj. immoral adj. made of low quality materials ## Footnote The young man was criticized by his parents for his _base_, degrading lifestyle.

Question 90

# Define: sodden | (**sod**-n)

Answer 90

adj. thoroughly soaked, saturated ## Footnote My clothes were _sodden_ from the rainstorm.

Question 91

# Define: stolid | (**stawl**-id)

Answer 91

adj. stoic, emotionless ## Footnote People in old-time photographs tend to have _stolid_ expressions.

Question 92

# Define: phthisis | (**thigh**-sis)

Answer 92

n. a disease characterized by body-part atrophy (especially of the lungs) ## Footnote His _phthisis_ was interfering with work more every day.

Question 93

# Define: vintner | (**vint**-ner)

Answer 93

n. one who makes or sells wine ## Footnote In Italy there are a great number of _vintners_.

Question 94

# Define: salient | (**sehy**-lee-uhnt)

Answer 94

adj. prominent or conspicuous ## Footnote The cover of the study guide listed its _salient_ features, such as diagnostic and practice exams.

Question 95

# Define: haughty | (**haw**-tee)

Answer 95

adj. arrogant, snobbish ## Footnote I prefer the company of one or two good friends to a party full of _haughty_, self-absorbed socialites.

Question 96

# Define: blanch | (**blanch**)

Answer 96

v. to whiten or turn pale ## Footnote During the biology dissection, Jennifer _blanched_ and ran out of the room.

Question 97

# Define: inimitable | (in-**im**-ih-tuh-buhl)

Answer 97

adj. incapable of being imitated or duplicated ## Footnote The Broadway debut was a spellbinding performance thanks mainly to the _inimitable_ stamina of the female lead.

Question 98

# Define: accretion | (uh-**kree**-shuhn)

Answer 98

n. growth; increase by successive or gradual addition ## Footnote The _accretion_ of dirt has changed the floor's color.

Question 99

# Define: trenchant | (**tren**-chuhnt)

Answer 99

adj. forceful and effective adj. extremely perceptive ## Footnote The experienced CEO offered _trenchant_ criticisms of the young company.

Question 100

# Define: turgid | (**tur**-djid)

Answer 100

adj. swollen or distended adj. excessively ornate; grandiloquent ## Footnote Marcy's _turgid_ leg was enough to concern her parents.

Question 101

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. relating to apes

Answer 101

simian | (**sim**-ee-uhn) ## Footnote synonyms: ape-like, primate, anthropoid The _simian_ characteristics of the monkey were evident in its agile movements.

Question 102

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a steep rock or cliff face

Answer 102

precipice | (**press**-uh-piss) ## Footnote synonyms: crag, bluff, cliff, ledge, escarpment The climbers stood at the edge of the _precipice_, gazing down at the valley below.

Question 103

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. divination n. an omen, portent

Answer 103

augury | (**aw**-gyuh-ree) ## Footnote synonyms: fortunetelling, forewarning, omen, prophecy The ancient practice of _augury_ involved interpreting the flight patterns of birds. Seeing a black cat was considered an _augury_ of bad luck.

Question 104

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. of little value, paltry, petty n. something of little value

Answer 104

picayune | (pik-ee-**yoon**) ## Footnote synonyms: diminutive, frivolous; a trifle, insignificant, trivial His _picayune_ complaints about the weather were tiresome. She dismissed the _picayune_ details, focusing instead on the bigger picture.

Question 105

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. having human characteristics

Answer 105

anthropomorphic | (an-thruh-puh-**mawr**-fik) ## Footnote synonyms: humanlike, personified, anthropoidal The _anthropomorphic_ characters in the cartoon made the story more relatable.

Question 106

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to be divided, to branch out

Answer 106

ramify | (**ram**-uh-fahy) ## Footnote synonyms: diverge, diversify, fork, split, extend The organization began to _ramify_ into various departments to better serve its members.

Question 107

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to scold sharply, reprimand or blame

Answer 107

upbraid | (uhp-**breyd**) ## Footnote synonyms: berate, criticize, reprimand, reproach, chastise The manager did not hesitate to _upbraid_ the team for missing the deadline.

Question 108

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. triviality n. something overused and trite

Answer 108

banality | (buh-**nal**-ih-tee) ## Footnote synonyms: cliché, quotidian, sameness, monotony The film suffered from _banality_, offering nothing new to the genre. The speech was filled with _banality_ that failed to inspire the audience.

Question 109

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. immoral adj. made of low quality materials

Answer 109

base | (**behyss**) ## Footnote synonyms: vulgar, low; shoddy, cheap, inferior, contemptible His _base_ actions shocked everyone who knew him as a moral person. The furniture was so _base_ that it fell apart after just a few months.

Question 110

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. thoroughly soaked, saturated

Answer 110

sodden | (**sod**-n) ## Footnote synonyms: soaked, soggy, wet, drenched, saturated The _sodden_ ground made it difficult to walk without slipping.

Question 111

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. stoic, emotionless

Answer 111

stolid | (**stawl**-id) ## Footnote synonyms: apathetic, indifferent, impassive, unemotional, phlegmatic His _stolid_ demeanor made it hard for others to read his feelings.

Question 112

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a disease characterized by body-part atrophy (especially of the lungs)

Answer 112

phthisis | (**thigh**-sis) ## Footnote synonyms: infection, decay, tuberculosis, wasting disease _Phthisis_ was once a common cause of death before the advent of antibiotics.

Question 113

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. one who makes or sells wine

Answer 113

vintner | (**vint**-ner) ## Footnote synonyms: winemaker, wine merchant, brewer, oenologist The _vintner_ proudly showcased his finest bottles at the annual wine festival.

Question 114

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. prominent or conspicuous

Answer 114

salient | (**sehy**-lee-uhnt) ## Footnote synonyms: noticeable, important, pertinent, obtrusive, striking, remarkable Her _salient_ features made her stand out in the crowd.

Question 115

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. arrogant, insolent

Answer 115

haughty | (**haw**-tee) ## Footnote synonyms: egotistic, conceited, snobbish, disdainful, supercilious His _haughty_ attitude alienated many of his colleagues.

Question 116

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to whiten or turn pale

Answer 116

blanch | (**blanch**) ## Footnote synonyms: discolor, fade, wash out, lighten, pale, whiten She began to _blanch_ at the thought of giving a speech in front of the audience.

Question 117

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. incapable of being imitated or duplicated

Answer 117

inimitable | (in-**im**-ih-tuh-buhl) ## Footnote synonyms: unique, matchless, peerless, singular, distinctive, incomparable Her _inimitable_ style made her a fashion icon.

Question 118

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. growth; increase by successive or gradual addition

Answer 118

accretion | (uh-**kree**-shuhn) ## Footnote synonyms: increase, build-up, growth, accumulation, expansion The _accretion_ of knowledge over the years has made him an expert in his field.

Question 119

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. forceful and effective adj. extremely perceptive

Answer 119

trenchant | (**tren**-chuhnt) ## Footnote synonyms: sharp, observant, incisive, keen, astute His _trenchant_ remarks during the debate swayed many opinions. She had a _trenchant_ understanding of the complex issues at hand.

Question 120

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. swollen or distended adj. excessively ornate; grandiloquent

Answer 120

turgid | (**tur**-djid) ## Footnote synonyms: bloated, enlarged, grandiose, pompous, verbose, inflated The _turgid_ river overflowed its banks after the heavy rainfall. His _turgid_ prose made the otherwise simple story difficult to read.

Question 121

# Define: belabor | (buh-**lehy**-burr)

Answer 121

v. to speak or worry about something at length v. to attack ## Footnote She was known to _belabor_ the point when it came to environmentalism, so we tried not to bring it up.

Question 122

# Define: belie | (buh-**lahy**)

Answer 122

v. to give a false impression v. to reveal as untrue ## Footnote She greeted us with a smile, but the redness of her eyes _belied_ her cheerful attitude.

Question 123

# Define: benign | (buh-**nahyn**)

Answer 123

adj. pleasant adj. not harmful, especially to health ## Footnote The doctor's _benign_ manner endeared him to patients.

Question 124

# Define: bent | (**bent**)

Answer 124

n. a natural talent n. an inclination or interest ## Footnote Lisa had a true _bent_ for working with animals, so people often told her to consider a career as a veterinarian.

Question 125

# Define: berate | (bih-**rate**)

Answer 125

v. to scold or criticize angrily ## Footnote Jane's boss was so mean that he _berated_ her for even the smallest mistakes.

Question 126

# Define: blithe | (**blahyth**)

Answer 126

adj. carefree and happy ## Footnote When he lost his job, John struggled to maintain his _blithe_ and optimistic attitude toward life.

Question 127

# Define: capacious | (kuh-**pay**-shuss)

Answer 127

adj. having a lot of room ## Footnote The _capacious_ living room often impressed their guests.

Question 128

# Define: capitulate | (kuh-**pitch**-ih-lehyt)

Answer 128

v. to surrender; to give in ## Footnote The mother _capitulated_ after hours of tantrums and finally bought her son the toy.

Question 129

# Define: caprice | (kuh-**prees**)

Answer 129

n. a sudden desire ## Footnote Her decision to come along on the trip was a mere _caprice_; she had never expressed a desire to come before then.

Question 130

# Define: carp | (**karp**)

Answer 130

v. to raise trivial objections n. a type of fish ## Footnote She hated when her coworkers _carped_ about the minimal work they had to do.

Question 131

# Define: cascade | (kass-**kehyd**)

Answer 131

n. a waterfall n. something that falls or progresses like a waterfall ## Footnote I knew the wire was badly damaged when a _cascade_ of sparks fell the moment I touched it.

Question 132

# Define: castigate | (**kast**-ih-gehyt)

Answer 132

v. to give harsh criticism v. to punish harshly ## Footnote His parents _castigated_ him for his bad grades by taking away his car keys.

Question 133

# Define: caustic | (**kaw**-stick)

Answer 133

adj. capable of corroding adj. harsh or sarcastic in tone ## Footnote The comedian was known for his _caustic_ jokes about political scandals.

Question 134

# Define: censure | (**sen**-shur)

Answer 134

n. strong disapproval, esp. official disapproval v. to condemn ## Footnote The professor was _censured_ by the administration for his controversial and politically incorrect lectures.

Question 135

# Define: chauvinism | (**show**-vuh-niz-um)

Answer 135

n. fanatical patriotism n. prejudiced support of one's own group, sex, or cause ## Footnote My father's _chauvinism_ was characterized by a rather dim view of other races.

Question 136

# Define: chimera | (kahy-**mere**-uh)

Answer 136

n. a creature possessing the body parts of different animals n. a fanciful mental illusion ## Footnote The ability to make easy money is a _chimera_; it only works until the next economic downturn.

Question 137

# Define: collusion | (kuh-**loo**-zhun)

Answer 137

n. a conspiracy or secret plot ## Footnote Acting in _collusion_ with several high officials, the rebels completed the government takeover successfully.

Question 138

# Define: complacent | (kum-**plehy**-sunt)

Answer 138

adj. satisfied and thus not wanting to improve ## Footnote Kate became _complacent_ after years of success as a model and so was unprepared when younger women challenged her position at the top.

Question 139

# Define: complaisant | (kum-**plehy**-sunt)

Answer 139

adj. eager to please ## Footnote Although usually argumentative, Paul is surprisingly _complaisant_ with his girlfriend.

Question 140

# Define: concise | (kun-**sayhs**)

Answer 140

adj. brief; able to express a lot in few words ## Footnote Before the show, the director gave a _concise_ introduction that explained his reasons for getting involved in the production.

Question 141

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to speak or worry about something at length v. to attack

Answer 141

belabor | (buh-**lehy**-burr) ## Footnote synonyms: dwell on, repeat; invade, assail, harp on, reiterate, bombard He tends to _belabor_ his point, making discussions unnecessarily long. The critic did not hesitate to _belabor_ the flaws in the new film.

Question 142

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to give a false impression v. to reveal as untrue

Answer 142

belie | (buh-**lahy**) ## Footnote synonyms: falsify, garble, distort; disprove, contradict, refute Her smile seemed to _belie_ her true feelings of sadness. The evidence will _belie_ the claims made during the trial.

Question 143

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. pleasant adj. not harmful, especially to health

Answer 143

benign | (buh-**nahyn**) ## Footnote synonyms: amiable, friendly, gentle; harmless, innocuous The _benign_ atmosphere of the garden made it a perfect spot for relaxation. The doctor assured her that the tumor was _benign_.

Question 144

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a natural talent n. an inclination or interest

Answer 144

bent | (**bent**) ## Footnote synonyms: ability, gift; propensity, intent, talent, inclination She has a _bent_ for music, playing multiple instruments with ease. His _bent_ toward science led him to pursue a career in biology.

Question 145

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to scold or criticize angrily

Answer 145

berate | (bih-**rate**) ## Footnote synonyms: abuse, discipline, rebuke, reprimand, chastise The coach _berated_ the players for their lack of effort during the game.

Question 146

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. carefree and happy

Answer 146

blithe | (**blahyth**) ## Footnote synonyms: animated, buoyant, cheerful, lighthearted, carefree, jovial Her _blithe_ spirit brought joy to everyone around her.

Question 147

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. having a lot of room

Answer 147

capacious | (kuh-**pay**-shuss) ## Footnote synonyms: spacious, roomy, expansive, ample, extensive, vast The _capacious_ trunk of the car easily accommodated all the luggage.

Question 148

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to surrender; to give in

Answer 148

capitulate | (kuh-**pitch**-ih-lehyt) ## Footnote synonyms: bow, concede, succumb, yield, relent, surrender After weeks of negotiations, the company decided to _capitulate_ to the union's demands.

Question 149

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a sudden desire

Answer 149

caprice | (kuh-**prees**) ## Footnote synonyms: fancy, impulse, whim, inclination, whimsy His decision to travel was a _caprice_, inspired by a spontaneous thought.

Question 150

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to raise trivial objections n. a kind of fish

Answer 150

carp | (**karp**) ## Footnote synonyms: nag, bother, complain, criticize, quibble She began to _carp_ about the details of the plan, which frustrated the team. The _carp_ swam gracefully in the pond.

Question 151

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a waterfall n. something that falls or progresses like a waterfall

Answer 151

cascade | (kass-**kehyd**) ## Footnote synonyms: chute, downpour, flood, fall, rush, waterfall The _cascade_ of water tumbled down the rocky cliff, creating a beautiful sight. The project had a _cascade_ of delays that pushed the deadline further back.

Question 152

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to give harsh criticism to v. to punish harshly

Answer 152

castigate | (**kast**-ih-gehyt) ## Footnote synonyms: criticize, berate; punish, batter, scold, reprimand, chastise The teacher did not hesitate to _castigate_ the student for his poor behavior. She felt it was unfair to _castigate_ him for a mistake everyone else had made.

Question 153

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. capable of corroding adj. harsh or sarcastic in tone

Answer 153

caustic | (**kaw**-stick) ## Footnote synonyms: abrasive, erosive; ironic, bitter, scathing, sardonic The _caustic_ chemical burned through the metal container. His _caustic_ remarks often left others feeling hurt and offended.

Question 154

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. strong disapproval, esp. official disapproval v. to condemn

Answer 154

censure | (**sen**-shur) ## Footnote synonyms: criticism; blame, chide, incriminate, rebuke, reprimand The senator faced _censure_ for his inappropriate comments. The board decided to _censure_ the employee for violating company policies.

Question 155

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. fanatical patriotism; and n. prejudiced support of one's own group, sex, or cause

Answer 155

chauvinism | (**show**-vuh-niz-um) ## Footnote synonyms: jingoism, ethnocentricity, nationalism, partisanship His _chauvinism_ was evident in his dismissive attitude toward other cultures.

Question 156

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a creature possessing the body parts of different animals n. a fanciful mental illusion

Answer 156

chimera | (kahy-**mere**-uh) ## Footnote synonyms: dream, fantasy, illusion, mirage, fabrication The mythological _chimera_ was said to breathe fire and have the body of a lion. Her dream of becoming a famous artist was a _chimera_ she held onto for years.

Question 157

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a conspiracy or secret plot

Answer 157

collusion | (kuh-**loo**-zhun) ## Footnote synonyms: pact, trick, connivance, conspiracy, collaboration, secret agreement The two companies were accused of _collusion_ to fix prices in the market.

Question 158

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. satisfied and thus not wanting to improve

Answer 158

complacent | (kum-**plehy**-sunt) ## Footnote synonyms: self-assured, unconcerned, gratified, content, smug, indifferent His _complacent_ attitude toward his grades prevented him from striving for better.

Question 159

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. eager to please

Answer 159

complaisant | (kum-**plehy**-sunt) ## Footnote synonyms: obliging, compliant, accommodating, agreeable, helpful The _complaisant_ assistant went out of her way to ensure her boss's satisfaction.

Question 160

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. brief; able to express a lot in few words

Answer 160

concise | (kun-**sahys**) ## Footnote synonyms: short, succinct, terse, to the point, compact The report was _concise_, highlighting only the most important information.

Question 161

# Define: conjecture | (kun-**jeck**-chur)

Answer 161

n. inference based on inconclusive or incomplete evidence ## Footnote The scientist's paper was criticized by his peers for being based purely on _conjecture_.

Question 162

# Define: consternation | (kon-stur-**nehy**-shun)

Answer 162

n. a state of confused terror or apprehension ## Footnote A feeling of _consternation_ filled the room as the teacher began to hand back papers immediately after the students had handed them in.

Question 163

# Define: consummate | (v. **kon**-suh-meyt; adj. **kon**-suh-muht)

Answer 163

v. to make complete or perfect adj. perfect in every aspect ## Footnote The team's victory was _consummated_ by a spontaneous celebration on the field.

Question 164

# Define: contention | (kun-**ten**-shun)

Answer 164

n. a point or argument in a debate n. a competition ## Footnote The ceasefire is holding, but a few points of _contention_ must still be resolved before a final peace can be reached.

Question 165

# Define: contrite | (kun-**trahyt**)

Answer 165

adj. full of remorse ## Footnote The letter explained that he was truly _contrite_ and wanted to apologize in person.

Question 166

# Define: convalesce | (kon-vuh-**less**)

Answer 166

v. to recover ## Footnote After the accident, Tom was told to _convalesce_ for at least two weeks.

Question 167

# Define: deleterious | (dell-uh-**teer**-ee-us)

Answer 167

adj. causing harm or damage ## Footnote It is now common knowledge that smoking is _deleterious_ to one's health.

Question 168

# Define: demagogue | (**dem**-uh-gog)

Answer 168

n. a speaker who targets his or her audience's emotions or prejudices ## Footnote The candidate's opponent accused him of being a _demagogue_ and relying upon the public's fear of change.

Question 169

# Define: denigrate | (**den**-ih-grehyt)

Answer 169

v. to attack the reputation of ## Footnote The columnist _denigrated_ the baseball coach for his string of high-profile losses.

Question 170

# Define: denote | (dih-**noht**)

Answer 170

v. to mark or indicate ## Footnote The red text on her report card _denoted_ which classes she was failing.

Question 171

# Define: desiccate | (**dess**-ih-kehyt)

Answer 171

v. to cause to lose moisture ## Footnote Mary had her wart removed at the doctor's office by _desiccating_ it.

Question 172

# Define: despond | (dih-**spond**)

Answer 172

v. to become dejected ## Footnote His campaign team _desponded_ when they heard the official results of the election.

Question 173

# Define: desultory | (**dess**-uhl-tore-ee)

Answer 173

adj. having no plan or purpose; random ## Footnote The _desultory_ thoughts running through Mick's mind prevented him from concentrating on the essay he had to write.

Question 174

# Define: diatribe | (**die**-uh-trahyb)

Answer 174

n. a harsh rant or critical review ## Footnote After hours of waiting with me in the lobby, my mother began her usual _diatribe_ on the various failings of airport management.

Question 175

# Define: discrete | (diss-**kreet**)

Answer 175

adj. distinctly separate ## Footnote The U.S. government has three _discrete_ branches: the judiciary, the legislature, and the executive.

Question 176

# Define: disparage | (dih-**spare**-idj)

Answer 176

v. to express a negative opinion of ## Footnote She _disparaged_ her friend behind his back, yet praised him to his face.

Question 177

# Define: disparate | (**diss**-puh-rit)

Answer 177

adj. completely different ## Footnote The two had such _disparate_ opinions on the topic that it seemed impossible for them to work together effectively.

Question 178

# Define: dispassionate | (diss-**pash**-ih-nut)

Answer 178

adj. unbiased; objective ## Footnote A _dispassionate_ judge will favor neither the prosecution nor the defense.

Question 179

# Define: disposed | (diss-**pohzd**)

Answer 179

adj. having a tendency or partiality to ## Footnote Kate was particularly stubborn when she was angry and was not _disposed_ to listen to reason.

Question 180

# Define: tendentious | (ten-**den**-chuss)

Answer 180

adj. exhibiting a trend; having an ulterior motive or bias ## Footnote Wendy's _tendentious_ assessment of the war mentions only its positive effects, skipping over the negative points.

Question 181

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. inference based on inconclusive or incomplete evidence

Answer 181

conjecture | (kun-**jeck**-chur) ## Footnote synonyms: assumption, guess, presumption, hypothesis, speculation, inference His _conjecture_ about the missing documents turned out to be correct.

Question 182

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a state of confused terror or apprehension

Answer 182

consternation | (kon-stur-**nehy**-shun) ## Footnote synonyms: dismay, distress, panic, alarm, fear, anxiety The sudden news of the layoffs caused _consternation_ among the employees.

Question 183

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to make complete or perfect adj. perfect in every aspect

Answer 183

consummate | (v. **kon**-suh-meyt; adj. **kon**-suh-muht) ## Footnote synonyms: fulfill, finish, achieve; flawless, complete, ideal, supreme The artist hoped to _consummate_ his vision with this final piece. Her performance was _consummate_, leaving the audience in awe.

Question 184

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a point or argument in a debate n. a competition

Answer 184

contention | (kun-**ten**-shun) ## Footnote synonyms: allegation, claim; altercation, contest, dispute, rivalry His _contention_ that the policy would benefit the economy was met with skepticism. The two teams were in _contention_ for the championship title.

Question 185

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. full of remorse

Answer 185

contrite | (kun-**trahyt**) ## Footnote synonyms: regretful, atoning, remorseful, penitent, apologetic, repentant She felt _contrite_ after realizing the hurt she had caused her friend.

Question 186

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to recover

Answer 186

convalesce | (kon-vuh-**less**) ## Footnote synonyms: grow strong, rest, recharge physically, recuperate, heal, regain strength After her surgery, she needed several weeks to _convalesce_.

Question 187

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. causing harm or damage

Answer 187

deleterious | (dell-uh-**teer**-ee-us) ## Footnote synonyms: destructive, injurious, hurtful, harmful, detrimental, dangerous The chemicals in the product were found to have _deleterious_ effects on health.

Question 188

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a speaker who targets his or her audience's emotions or prejudices

Answer 188

demagogue | (**dem**-uh-gog) ## Footnote synonyms: agitator, rabble-rouser, firebrand, instigator, provocateur The politician was criticized as a _demagogue_ for exploiting public fears.

Question 189

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to attack the reputation of

Answer 189

denigrate | (**den**-ih-grehyt) ## Footnote synonyms: malign, slander, defame, disparage, belittle, vilify The article aimed to _denigrate_ her achievements and undermine her credibility.

Question 190

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to mark or indicate

Answer 190

denote | (dih-**noht**) ## Footnote synonyms: assign, signify, represent, indicate, express The red color on the map _denotes_ areas of high risk.

Question 191

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to cause to lose moisture

Answer 191

desiccate | (**dess**-ih-kehyt) ## Footnote synonyms: dehydrate, dry out, evaporate, parch, wither The hot sun will _desiccate_ the soil if it is not watered regularly.

Question 192

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to become dejected

Answer 192

despond | (dih-**spond**) ## Footnote synonyms: despair, dishearten, surrender, dismay, lose hope, falter After hearing the bad news, she began to _despond_ and lost her motivation.

Question 193

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. having no plan or purpose; random

Answer 193

desultory | (**dess**-uhl-tore-ee) ## Footnote synonyms: aimless, erratic, random, haphazard, disconnected His _desultory_ remarks during the meeting left everyone confused about his position.

Question 194

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? n. a harsh rant or critical review

Answer 194

diatribe | (**die**-uh-trahyb) ## Footnote synonyms: criticism, tirade, harangue, invective, polemic The critic's _diatribe_ against the film was scathing and left no stone unturned.

Question 195

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. distinctly separate

Answer 195

discrete | (diss-**kreet**) ## Footnote synonyms: detached, disconnected, separate, distinct, individual, isolated The data was divided into _discrete_ categories for easier analysis.

Question 196

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? v. to express a negative opinion of

Answer 196

disparage | (dih-**spare**-idj) ## Footnote synonyms: insult, belittle, denigrate, demean, criticize She felt hurt when her colleague chose to _disparage_ her efforts publicly.

Question 197

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. completely different

Answer 197

disparate | (**diss**-puh-rit) ## Footnote synonyms: contrary, unlike, various, distinct, diverse, heterogeneous The two proposals were so _disparate_ that it was hard to compare them.

Question 198

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. unbiased; objective

Answer 198

dispassionate | (diss-**pash**-ih-nut) ## Footnote synonyms: unbiased, fair, not affected by emotion, impartial, unemotional, level-headed As a _dispassionate_ observer, he was able to provide fair feedback.

Question 199

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. having a tendency or partiality to

Answer 199

disposed | (diss-**pohzd**) ## Footnote synonyms: inclined, prone to, willing, apt, susceptible He seemed _disposed_ to agree with the majority opinion.

Question 200

# Which of your vocabulary words means the following? adj. exhibiting a trend adj. having an ulterior motive or bias

Answer 200

tendentious | (ten-**den**-chuss) ## Footnote synonyms: biased, calculated, partisan, slanted, prejudiced The article had a _tendentious_ slant, clearly favoring one political party. His _tendentious_ comments during the discussion revealed his hidden agenda.