Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage | Hoard (Noun) | to collect large amounts of something and keep it in a safe, often secret, place |
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“During the siege people began hoarding food and supplies.” |
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Rescind (Verb) | to make a law, agreement, order, or decision no longer have any (legal) power |
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"The policy of charging air travelers for vegetarian meals proved unpopular and has already been rescinded.” |
Amnesty (Noun) | a decision by a government to forgive people who have committed particular illegal acts or crimes, and not to punish them |
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“The state has declared an amnesty for individuals who pay their outstanding back taxes.” |
Draconian (adjective) | excessively harsh and severe. |
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“There was a time when I would have argued that our libel laws were Draconian and should be amended.” |
Momentous (adjective) | of great importance or significance, especially in having a bearing on future events. |
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“The prospect of a single currency may present this country with one of the most momentous decisions in its history.” |
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Defection (noun) | the desertion of one’s country or cause in favor of an opposing one. |
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“Her defection from the Democrats occurred soon after the failure of the coalition proposal.” |
Coruscate (verb) | (of light) flash or sparkle. |
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“The flashlight was used to coruscate a message to the other campers across the lake.” |
Shrill (Adjective) | (of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing. |
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“When Rose was stabbed, she let out a shrill scream.” |
Interdict (Noun) | an authoritative prohibition, in particular |
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“Because I failed most of my classes last term, my parents will probably interdict me from working this semester.” |
Naught (noun) | the numerical symbol 0 or the absence of number or quantity represented by it |
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“The pleas for peace have been for naught as the war has been going on for over five years.” |
Word | Definition | Synonyms | Usage | Alacrity (noun) | cheerful readiness, promptness, or willingness. |
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“His alacrity of manner and quick step justified this opinion.” |
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Patronage (noun) | a condescending manner or attitude in granting favors, in dealing with people. |
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"There were hundreds of other things in the great city, but they had their share of patronage.” |
Atrocities (noun) | the quality or state of being extremely or shockingly wicked, cruel, or brutal. |
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“In the popular drama of Punch, we observe a perfect climax of atrocities and horrors.” |
Verbosity (Noun) | wordiness, the quality of using more words than needed. |
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“He found his tribe in politics, a profession where his verbosity was an asset.” |
Resurge (Verb) | To rise again. |
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“If you have lost your inner motivation, do not worry, hopefully, it will resurge.” |
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