Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix — Vocabulary
J. K. Rowling
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approachapproach → approaching:getting nearer Winter is approaching.more Show sample from book As the train slowed down in the approach to King's Cross, Harry thought he had never wanted to leave it less.30 more getting near Show general definition for approach (as in: approached the city) to get closer to (near in space, time, quantity, or quality)
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approach#2method (way of doing something) Perhaps I just need to work harder, but I may need an entirely different approach to the problem.more Show sample from book Snape, meanwhile, seemed to have decided to act as though Harry were invisible. ... In fact, compared to what he usually had to endure from Snape in the way of taunts and snide remarks, he found the new approach something of an improvement, and was pleased to find that when left well alone, he was able to concoct an Invigoration Draught quite easily.30 more technique (way of doing something) Show general definition for approach (as in: use the best approach) a way of doing something; or a route that leads to a particular place
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prophecyprediction of the future The prophecy came true.more Show sample from book 'I'm not making prophecies,' said Harry.†65 more prophecy → prophecies:predictions of the future Show general definition a prediction of the future (usually said to be obtained in a supernatural way)
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accompanyaccompany → accompanies:travels with The nurse accompanies the old woman everywhere.more Show sample from book Even through his anger and impatience, Harry recognised Hermione's offer to accompany him into Umbridge's office as a sign of solidarity and loyalty.13 more go 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 Nowadays, however, his scar hardly ever stopped prickling, and he often felt lurches of annoyance or cheerfulness that were unrelated to what was happening to him at the time, which were always accompanied by a particularly painful twinge from his scar.13 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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expelexpel → expulsion:the act of forcing out (in this case, kicking someone out of school) Her records show expulsion from two schools.more Show sample from book ...did she imagine for a second that he did not regret his expulsion from the team a hundred times more than she did?39 more expel → expulsion:being kicked off Show general definition force out especially in 2 primary senses: kicking someone out of an organization -- such as a school or country squeezing something to eliminate a liquid or gas
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reviseimprove (change) How can you revise that paragraph to improve the expression of ideas?more Show sample from book Dear Mr Potter, Further to our letter of approximately twenty-two minutes ago, the Ministry of Magic has revised its decision to destroy your wand forthwith.†20 more revise → revised:changed Show general definition to change (and hopefully improve) -- most frequently to improve a written document, but it can be any intentional change such as a change in an estimated amount, a plan, or a series of procedures
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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 "Hermione," said Ron in a low and indignant voice, "are you going to stop telling Harry off and listen to Binns, or...?"23 more annoyed (at something that is unjust or wrong) Show general definition angered or annoyed at something unjust or wrong
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descendmove downward We saw the rocket descend.more Show sample from book If he could just reach it — But as he stretched out a hand towards it, a centaur's hoof descended upon the wand and it broke cleanly in half.19 more descend → descended:came down Show general definition for descend (as in: descend the mountain) move or slope downward
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descend#2descend → descended:came suddenly Despair descended upon us.more Show sample from book Harry, Ron and Hermione had barely taken their seats when Neville, Dean, Fred, George and Ginny descended upon them.19 more Show general definition for descend (as in: thieves descended upon us) to come or arrive -- especially suddenly or from above or as an attack
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resignationa document expressing that someone is quitting a job I know you're unhappy there, but don't submit your resignation until you find a better job.more Show sample from book "If you resign," said Harry testily, "there'll only be three players left on the team."10 more resignation → resign:quit (the team) Show general definition for resignation (as in: submitted her resignation) to quit -- especially a job or position; or a document expressing such an act
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resignation#2(accepted) something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils It wasn't her first choice, but she accepted it with resignation.more Show sample from book Resigned to the worst, he set off for Snape's office after dinner.10 more resignation → resigned:having accepted something undesired as unavoidable Show general definition for resignation (as in: accepted it with resignation) acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils
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centaura mythical being that is half man and half horse Firenze is the name of a centaur character in the Harry Potter stories.more Show sample from book "Centaurs are not the servants or playthings of humans," said Firenze quietly.75 more centaur → centaurs:mythical beings that are half man and half horse
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quibbleargue about unimportant things Let's not quibble over pennies.more Show sample from book "Ah," he said, grinning, as he extracted a copy of a magazine entitled The Quibbler from its midst, "yes ..."†28 more quibble → quibbler:someone who argues about unimportant things Show general definition to argue about unimportant things; or an argument or complaint about something unimportant
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divinepredict supernaturally She claims she can divine the future with a crystal ball.more Show sample from book Dream interpretation is a most important means of divining the future27 more divine → divining:predicting 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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sustainsustain → sustained:supported We sustained ourselves on bread and water.more Show sample from book Two things sustained Harry that day.4 more Show general definition for sustain (as in: sustained by her faith) provide support or necessities
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sustain#2sustain → sustained:suffered Every building within two miles of the center of the earthquake sustained damage.more Show sample from book How did you sustain those injuries?4 more get (suffer) Show general definition for sustain (as in: sustained wounds) to suffer (as of injury, damage, or loss)
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avidenthusiastic She's an avid sports fan.more Show sample from book Behind her he saw many of the students watching them avidly.6 more avid → avidly:with great interest Show general definition enthusiastic or strongly interested
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stupefystupefy → stupefied:completely surprised The lawyer said his client was stupefied by the accusation.more Show sample from book Harry's temporarily stupefied brain seemed to reawaken.†7 more stupefy → stupefied:made unable to think; or completely surprised Show general definition make one unable to think; or to completely surprise
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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 The toadlike witch on his right, however, merely gazed at Dumbledore, her face quite expressionless.79 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.