Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire — Vocabulary
J. K. Rowling
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accompanyaccompany → accompanies:travels with The nurse accompanies the old woman everywhere.more Show sample from book He transformed back into the great black dog and walked with Harry and Dumbledore out of the office, accompanying them down a flight of stairs to the hospital wing.11 more accompany → accompanying:traveling with Show general definition for accompany (as in: accompany on the journey) to travel along with
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accompany#2accompany → accompanying:provided together The trend is easily seen in the accompanying graph.more Show sample from book The rain sounded even louder at the top of the house, accompanied by loud whistlings and moans from the wind, not to mention sporadic howls from the ghoul who lived in the attic.11 more accompany → accompanied:joined at the same time Show general definition for accompany (as in: the accompanying chart) to be present with at the same time and/or location -- sometimes provided to make something more complete or better
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howeverdespite that (a transition word use to connect contrasting ideas) Most college application deadlines are in January and February. However, early admission deadlines are around November and some scholarships require even earlier deadlines.more Show sample from book Fleur Delacour, however, tossed her hair, smiling, and said, "Oh, vairy funny joke, Meester Bagman."110 more a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc. Show general definition for however (as in: However, complications may...) though (or another expression that connects contrasting ideas) Show editor's word notes Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 exists, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrast and but.
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however#2no matter how (how much/how hard/how long…) However hard she tried, she couldn't do it.more Show sample from book Their worst fear was that someone would find out that they were connected (however distantly) with people like Mrs. Weasley.110 more regardless of how Show general definition for however (as in: However much she tried...) to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)
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however#3in whatever way However we do it, someone is going to be unhappy.more Show sample from book Harry, Ron, and Hermione knew otherwise, however; they had come face-to-face with Wormtail only the previous year, though only Professor Dumbledore had believed their story.110 more Show general definition for however (as in: However you do it, get it done!) in whatever way
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indignantindignant → indignantly:with anger or annoyance at something unjust or wrong "I am not a fool," she said indignantly.more Show sample from book "We weren't trying to hear him!" said Ron indignantly.19 more indignant → indignantly:angrily (at unjustly being accused of something wrong) Show general definition angered or annoyed at something unjust or wrong
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conjuresummon into action or bring into existence She fears his black magic will conjure up evil spirits.more Show sample from book ...with a flick of his wand, Bill reattached the table leg and conjured tablecloths from nowhere.28 more conjure → conjured:created by magic Show general definition summon into action or bring into existence -- often as if by magic
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bewilderconfuse Some of their customs can bewilder travelers.more Show sample from book Bewildered, wondering what on earth he was supposed to have done this time, Harry got up...12 more bewilder → bewildered:confused Show general definition to confuse someone
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neverthelessdespite that (used to connect contrasting ideas) The class was hard. Nevertheless, it was my favorite.more Show sample from book Nevertheless, Sirius had been of some help to Harry, even if he couldn't be with him.†7 more Show general definition despite that Show editor's word notes Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 was just stated, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrast and but.
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demonstratedemonstrate → demonstrated:showed The salesperson demonstrated features of both phones so I could compare them.more Show sample from book Fleur Delacour, though she demonstrated excellent use of the Bubble-Head Charm, was attacked by grindylows as she approached her goal, and failed to retrieve her hostage.6 more Show general definition for demonstrate (as in: It demonstrates my point.) to show The exact meaning of this sense of demonstrate can depend upon its context. For example: "I will demonstrate how to throw a Frisbee." -- show how to do something "I will demonstrate how much quicker the new computer is than the old one." -- show how something works "Her questioned demonstrated that she was listening and thinking deeply about what was said." -- showed to be true or proved
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curtbrief (using few words) Her response was so curt it was almost rude.more Show sample from book "Out of the way, Arthur," said a cold, curt voice.†11 more brief to the point of rudeness Show general definition brief to the point of rudeness
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beckonbeckon → beckoned:called With a nod of her head, she beckoned me to join them.more Show sample from book At that moment, the dungeon door opened, and Snape beckoned them all inside.11 more beckon → beckoned:called (to come by using a hand gesture or a nod) Show general definition to call -- typically to ask or tell someone to come nearer by using a hand gesture or a nod of the head
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divinepredict supernaturally She claims she can divine the future with a crystal ball.more Show sample from book we have almost finished our work on planetary divination.16 more divine → divination:to predict something by magic Show general definition for divine (as in: divined from tea leaves) to discover or predict something supernaturally (as if by magic)
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stupefystupefy → stupefied:completely surprised The lawyer said his client was stupefied by the accusation.more Show sample from book Without pausing to think, he aimed high at the spider's underbelly... and shouted "Stupefy!"9 more (in the book) a spell that makes one unable to think Show general definition make one unable to think; or to completely surprise
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minutetiny Don't eat a lot of poppy seeds for a few days before a drug test. They have a minute amount of a chemical that can cause a false positive when testing for heroin use.more Show sample from book Every bit of it was covered in stamps except for a square inch on the front, into which Mrs. Weasley had squeezed the Dursleys' address in minute writing.3 more very small Show general definition for minute (as in: minute size) small, exceptionally small, or insignificant
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minute#2including even small considerations We discussed it in minute detail.more Show sample from book He lifted the wand and examined it minutely, turning it over and over before his eyes.3 more minute → minutely:carefully (with attention to detail) Show general definition for minute (as in: minute description) detailed (including even small considerations); and/or careful (done with care)
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correspondwrite to each other We correspond regularly via email.more Show sample from book "You are not Sirius's only correspondent," said Dumbledore.3 more correspond → correspondent:someone who communicates in writing Show general definition for correspond (as in: corresponding by email) communicate -- typically by writing letters or email Show editor's word notes A corresponding secretary is an officer of an organization who is responsible for managing the organization's correspondence and keeping a record of it.
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correspondentreporter Let's get a report from our correspondent in Mexico City.more Show sample from book It seems as though the Ministry of Magic's troubles are not yet at an end, writes Rita Skeeter, Special Correspondent.3 more Show general definition for correspondent (as in: foreign correspondent of the paper) a reporter or other representative -- typically from a foreign country or with a particular expertise
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feintdeceptive maneuver The attack from the south was just a feint to distract us from the real attack.Mark Twain — The Innocents Abroadmore Show sample from book For the Irish Seeker had suddenly gone into a dive, and Harry was quite sure that this was no Wronski Feint; this was the real thing..."He's seen the Snitch!"6 more Show general definition any distracting or deceptive maneuver; or the act of making the maneuver Show editor's word notes Feint is most typically used for physical maneuvers as when boxing, fencing, or moving troops where a mock attack diverts attention from the real attack. But it can also be used much more generally as when Charlotte Bronte wrote of "a mere feint of politeness."
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impartialwithout favoritism or bias An impartial judge is necessary for a fair trial.more Show sample from book "Who's this impartial judge who's going to decide who the champions are?" said Harry.4 more fair (without bias)