The Prince and The Pauper — Vocabulary
Mark Twain
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reignreign → reigning:ruling The marriage solidified the alliance between two of Europe's most important reigning families.more Show sample from book In the reign of Henry VIII.14 more the time during which a king or queen ruled Show general definition for reign (as in: She reigned over England) rule (like that of a king or queen); or the time during which one ruled
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reign#2reign → reigned:were most powerful Uncertainty and fear reigned during those years.more Show sample from book Stillness reigns, the torches blink dully, the time drags heavily.14 more reign → reigns:is most noticeable (predominate) Show general definition for reign (as in: uncertainty reigns) to be most powerful, important, or noticeable
	15	top 2000
wroughtworked or crafted The windows have decorative wrought iron bars for security.more Show sample from book By-and-by Tom's reading and dreaming about princely life wrought such a strong effect upon him that he began to ACT the prince, unconsciously.15 more worked Show general definition for wrought (as in: wrought iron) worked -- as when iron is shaped to fit by bending or beating
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wrought#2caused (made to happen) The town still hasn't recovered from the damage wrought by the hurricane.more Show sample from book His father wrought us evil, he destroyed us—and is gone down into the eternal fires!15 more brought (caused) Show general definition for wrought (as in: the damage she has wrought) caused to happen or occurred as a consequence Show editor's word notes This is most typically seen in classic literature. Less commonly, the present tense, wreak, is also seen.
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accordaccord → accordance:keeping She will get a fair trial in accordance with the law.more Show sample from book the judges have decreed, according to the law, that they be hanged.13 more accord → according to:in keeping with (in agreement with) Show general definition for accord (as in: according to, or in accord with) in keeping with; or in agreement/harmony/unity with This meaning of accord is often seen in the form according to or accordingly where it can take on more specific meanings. For example: "According to Kim, ..." -- as stated by "To each according to her ability." -- based upon "Points are scored according to how well they perform." -- depending upon "The dose is calculated according to body weight." -- in proportion to "We got a flat tire. Accordingly, I pulled to the side of the road." -- because of what was just said; or as a result
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accord#2accord → own accord:own mind -- voluntarily (without anyone asking) She was not forced. She did it of her own accord.more Show sample from book The great assemblage bent their heads upon their breasts with one accord; remained so, in profound silence, a few moments; then all sank upon their knees in a body, stretched out their hands toward Tom, and a mighty shout burst forth that seemed to shake the building-- "Long live the King!"13 more accord → one accord:one mind (unvoiced agreement) Show general definition for accord (as in: done of her own accord) mind Show editor's word notes This sense of accord is typically seen in the form own accord or one accord.
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reveredeeply respect and admire Many fans revere Michael Jordan as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.more Show sample from book Upon your knees, ye pauper scum, and do him reverence!16 more revere → reverence:give respect Show general definition regard with feelings of deep respect and admiration -- sometimes with a mixture of wonder and awe or fear
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book She was a widow, and rather poor; consequently she had seen trouble enough to enable her to feel for the unfortunate.5 more consequence → consequently:resultantly (as a result) Show general definition for consequence (as in: a direct consequence of) a result of something (often an undesired side effect)
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consequence#2consequence → consequential:important Think carefully. This is a consequential decision.more Show sample from book The sheriff, however, saw nothing consequential in the inquiry; he answered, with simple directness— "Indeed did she, your Majesty, and most righteously, as all aver."5 more Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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perplexperplex → perplexed:confused She was perplexed by the rules of the game.more Show sample from book It was a perplexing puzzle,14 more perplex → perplexing:confusing due to complexity Show general definition to confuse
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compassionsympathy for another's suffering and wanting to help If I see one hungry child, I feel compassion, but when I hear of a million hungry children, I'm overwhelmed and turn my mind to other things.more Show sample from book These 'vagaries' were soon on exhibition before them; but they only moved their compassion and their sorrow, not their mirth.†10 more Show general definition sympathy for another's suffering and wanting to help
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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 And when, just after the noonday dinner, the goodwife gave him a basket of kittens to drown, he did resign.5 more resignation → resign:quit (from a position or job) 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 Somewhat after one in the afternoon, Tom resignedly underwent the ordeal of being dressed for dinner.5 more resignation → resignedly:with acceptance of 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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trifletrifle → trifling:unimportant We all agree with the goal, but how to achieve it is not a trifling matter.more Show sample from book He walked up and down the floor, filled with nameless fears, listening, starting at every trifling sound.†9 more trifle → trifling:something of small importance; OR a small quantity Show general definition for trifle (as in: a trifling matter) something of small importance; or a small quantity
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trifle withtreat thoughtlessly or without respect She is not a woman to trifle with or ignore.more Show sample from book Ah, it seems too good to be true, it IS too good to be true—I charge thee, have pity, do not trifle with me!†9 more Show general definition for trifle with (as in: trifle with her affections) to treat somebody or something thoughtlessly or without respect
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pauperperson who is very poor I want to go to a college where the loans won't leave me feeling like a pauper-in-waiting.more Show sample from book Upon your knees, ye pauper scum,13 more someone who is very poor Show general definition someone who is very poor
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archangelangel of high rank In the movie, John Travolta played a seemingly irreverent archangel.†more Show sample from book even a king must obey when an archangel gives the word13 more Show general definition an angel of high rank
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paltryinsignificant She was frustrated by the paltry raise she got after a year of growing on the job.more Show sample from book The King continued to struggle in the woman's strong grasp, and now and then cried out in vexation— "Unhand me, thou foolish creature; it was not I that bereaved thee of thy paltry goods."†7 more insignificant in amount or quality Show general definition insignificant in amount or quality
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forbearancetolerance She won the children over with patience and forbearance.more Show sample from book But in charity forbear to say 'I' mentioned it, for 'tis death to speak of it, they say.5 more forbearance → forbear:refrain (hold back) from Show general definition patient tolerance or self-control; or holding back from taking action or enforcing a right Show editor's word notes Today, the word, forbearance, is most commonly seen in the field of law to indicate that a legal right, claim or privilege is not being enforced.
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sumptuousmagnificent The guests were treated to a sumptuous feast, with an array of delicious dishes and desserts.more Show sample from book He lay down upon a sumptuous divan, and proceeded to instruct himself with honest zeal.†4 more magnificent (impressively wonderful) -- often indicating something expensive Show general definition magnificent (impressively wonderful) -- often indicating something expensive