60 words & definitions
| assuage |
To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense (verb)
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| anguish |
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering (noun)
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| amok |
to be out of control and act in a wild or dangerous manner (adjective)
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| astonishing |
Extremely surprising, impressive, and amazing. (adjective)
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| astonish |
To surprise or impress (someone) greatly (verb)
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| audacious |
To be very confident and daring : very bold and surprising or shocking (adjective)
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| atrocious |
Horrifyingly wicked (adjective)
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| aroma |
A definitive fragrance that is pleasant. (noun)
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| atrocity |
An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury (noun)
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| avenge |
To Inflict harm in return for (an injury or wrong done to oneself or another) (verb)
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| angst |
A feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically an unfocused one about the human condition or the state of the world in general (noun)
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| ambush |
To suddenly attack someone after hiding and waiting for them: (verb)
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| appease |
To give into demands to stop or avoid conflict (verb)
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| astound |
To cause others to be very surprised or shocked (verb)
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| antics |
Funny, silly, or strange behavior (noun)
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| articulate |
The ability to express yourself clearly and effectively. (adjective)
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| animosity |
A strong feeling of dislike or hatred (noun)
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| astute |
Ability to understand things quickly and clearly, and to use the knowledge well (adjective)
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| annihilate |
To totally destroy (verb)
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| avalanche |
A mass of snow, ice, and/or rocks that fall rapidly down a mountainside. (noun)
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| ample |
Plentiful, more than enough (adjective)
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| asinine |
Very stupid or silly (adjective)
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| apocalypse |
A dramatic event resulting in great destruction and change (noun)
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| austere |
Strictly simple and plain without decoration (adjective)
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| apologetic |
Feeling or showing that you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem (adjective)
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| amiable |
Pleasant, friendly, and easy to like (adjective)
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| ambush |
A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position. (noun)
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| ambitious |
Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, and showing determination and eagerness to reach goals. (adjective)
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| amplify |
To increase the strength, effect, or intensity of something. (verb)
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| anachronism |
Something that is out of place in terms of time or era. (noun)
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| anonymous |
Lacking individuality or distinctive features, such as a name. (adjective)
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| apathetic |
Showing or feeling little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern. (adjective)
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| apathy |
Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern, especially in terms of emotion. (noun)
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| appalled |
Filled with dismay or disgust, especially at something morally wrong. (adjective)
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| arduous |
Physically or mentally challenging and difficult. (adjective)
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| arrogant |
Having an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance or abilities, often to an extent that seems offensive. (adjective)
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| ascend |
To physically move upword, or to rise in rank, position, or importance. (verb)
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| ascetic |
Practicing strict self-discipline and avoiding all forms of indulgence, often for religious reasons. (adjective)
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| aspiration |
A strong desire or ambition to achieve something. (noun)
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| audacity |
Boldness or daring, especially with confident or arrogant disregard for personal safety or conventional thought. (adjective)
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| augment |
To improve or enhance the value, quality, or amount of something. (verb)
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| auspicious |
Marked by lucky circumstances or favorable conditions. (adjective)
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| autocratic |
Demanding total obedience and control, often in a domineering way. (adjective)
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| amorphous |
Lacking a clear shape or form. (adjective)
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| anticlimax |
A situation where the outcome is much less dramatic than expected. (noun)
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| antiquated |
Belonging to an earlier period in history; obsolete. (adjective)
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| arcane |
Relating to hidden knowledge, especially in subjects like magic or ancient traditions. (adjective)
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| arouse |
To stir up a feeling or emotion such as interest, anger, or excitement. (verb)
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| arsenal |
A collection or supply of weapons or tools used for a specific purpose. (noun)
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| astounding |
Very surprising or shocking; causing amazement. (adjective)
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| authentic |
Genuine or real, not fake or copied. (adjective)
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| aura |
The distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place. (noun)
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| antagonize |
To cause someone to become hostile or angry. (verb)
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| amnesia |
A total or partial loss of memory (noun)
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| arbitrary |
Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system (adjective)
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| amorous |
Having strong feelings of love, especially romantic love (adjective)
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| anecdote |
A short, often funny story, especially about something someone has done (noun)
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| aristocratic |
Belonging to a class of people who are at the highest level of society. (adjective)
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| aversion |
Feeling a strong dislike of something or someone, resulting in an unwillingness to do something. (noun)
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| assault |
To attack someone violently (verb)
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