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• What does the term "aberrant" mean?

  Different from what is normal or expected.
• What is the definition of "abject"?

  Very bad, hopeless, or miserable.
• What does "abjure" mean?

  To firmly say you’re not going to do or believe something anymore.
• What is "abnegation"?

  Choosing to give up something for others or a greater purpose.
• What does "abrogate" mean?

  To officially end or cancel something.
• What is the meaning of "abscond"?

  To run away secretly, usually to avoid getting caught.
• What does "abstemious" refer to?

  Being careful not to eat or drink too much.
• What does "abstruse" mean?

  Difficult to understand because it’s so complex or complicated.
• What does "accede" mean?

  To agree to something, often after being asked.
• What is the definition of "accost"?

  To approach and speak to someone in an aggressive or surprising way.
• What does "accretion" refer to?

  The gradual growth or increase of something by adding more to it.
• What does "acerbic" mean?

  Sharp, harsh, or bitter in tone, taste, or personality.
• What is "acquiescence"?


  Quietly agreeing or going along with something.
• What does "acrimonious" mean?

  Bitter and angry, especially in a conversation or argument.
• What is the meaning of "acrid"?

  Having a strong, harsh, or unpleasant smell or taste.
• What does "acumen" refer to?

  The ability to make good, smart decisions quickly.
• What does "adamant" mean?

  Stubborn and unwilling to change your mind.
• What is the definition of "admonish"?

  To warn or gently scold someone for doing something wrong.
• What does "adumbrate" mean?

  To hint or lightly outline something that will happen in the future.
• What does "affluent" refer to?

  Having a lot of money or wealth.
• What does "aggrandize" mean?

  To make something seem greater or more important than it is.
• What is "alacrity"?

  Excited eagerness or cheerful readiness to do something.
• What does "alias" mean?

  A fake name used by a person.
• What is the definition of "altruism"?

  The desire to help others without expecting anything in return.
• What does "amalgamation" refer to?

  The act of combining two or more things into one.
• What does "ambivalent" mean?

  Having mixed feelings or being uncertain about something.
• What is "ameliorate"?

  To make something better or improve it.
• What does "amenable" mean?

  Willing to agree or do what is asked.
• What is the definition of "amorphous"?

  Having no clear shape or structure.
• What does "anachronistic" mean?

  Belonging to a different time period, often out of place in the present.
• What is "anathema"?

  Something or someone that is deeply disliked or hated.
• What does "annex" mean?

  To add on or take over, especially land or buildings.
• What is the definition of "anodyne"?

  Something that calms pain or makes people feel better.
• What does "anthropological" refer to?

  Related to the study of human cultures and societies.
• What does "antithetical" mean?

  Completely opposite or contrasting.
• What is "apathy"?

  Lack of interest or emotion about something.
• What does "aphorism" mean?

  A short, clever saying that gives a piece of advice or wisdom.
• What is "aplomb"?

  Confidence and calmness, especially in difficult situations.
• What does "apocryphal" mean?

  Something widely believed to be true but isn’t.
• What is the definition of "apotheosis"?

  The perfect or best example of something; becoming like a god.