The Sun Also Rises — Vocabulary
Ernest Hemingway
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ironywhen what happens is very different than what might be expected She didn't see the irony in acting like the mother she detested.more Show sample from book You ought to be ironical the minute you get out of bed.14 more irony → ironical:point out when what is happens is very different than what might be expected Show general definition for irony (as in: situational irony) when what happens is very different than what might be expected; or when things are together that seem like they don't belong together -- especially when amusing or an entertaining coincidence Show editor's word notes This is sometimes referred to as "situational irony." The term is especially appropriate when actions have consequences opposite to those intended. The expression ironic smile, generally references someone smiling at situational irony. All forms of irony involve the perception that things are not what they might seem.
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bankruptinto a state of being unable to pay money that is owed If we don't control spending, we'll go bankrupt.†more Show sample from book How did you go bankrupt?9 more legally declared to be unable to pay money that is owed Show general definition for bankrupt (as in: company went bankrupt) legally declared to be unable to pay money that is owed or (informally): the state of having little or no money
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dauntdiscourage or intimidate It is a challenge that would daunt a lesser diplomat.more Show sample from book Only let's not get daunted.8 more daunt → daunted:discouraged or intimidated Show general definition to discourage or intimidate
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peasantpeasant → peasants:an historical term describing people of low income, education, and social standing Most people in the Middle Ages were peasants.more Show sample from book and watched the motorbuses come in and unload peasants from the country coming in to the market,5 more peasant → peasants:used historically or possibly in relation to a very poor country: people of low income, education, and social standing -- especially those who raise crops or livestock Show general definition used historically or possibly in relation to a very poor country: a person of low income, education, and social standing -- especially one who raises crops or livestock
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novelnew and original We're looking for novel marketing ideas.more Show sample from book That winter Robert Cohn went over to America with his novel, and it was accepted by a fairly good publisher.†1 more Show general definition for novel (as in: a novel situation) new and original -- typically something considered good
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simulateimitate or represent A computer model is used to simulate the effects of wind.more Show sample from book since the death of Joselito all the bull-fighters had been developing a technique that simulated this appearance of danger in order to give a fake emotional feeling, while the bull-fighter was really safe.1 more simulate → simulated:imitated Show general definition make an imitation or representation of
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diligentcareful and hardworking She's the kind of diligent worker we want to hire.more Show sample from book Outside under the window were some carts and an old diligence, the wood of the roof cracked and split by the weather.†1 more diligent → diligence:hard work and care Show general definition for diligent (as in: she is diligent) working carefully and steadily with effort and attention to detail
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contemptlack of respect Familiarity breeds contempt.more Show sample from book Belmonte's jaw came further out in contempt2 more showing a lack or respect Show general definition for contempt (as in: feels contempt towards her) lack of respect for someone or something thought inferior -- often accompanied by a feeling of dislike or disgust Show editor's word notes A famous saying, "familiarity breeds contempt" comes from Aesop's fable, "The Fox and the Lion". (6th century BC) When first the Fox saw the Lion he was terribly frightened, and ran away and hid himself in the wood. Next time however he came near the King of Beasts he stopped at a safe distance and watched him pass by. The third time they came near one another the Fox went straight up to the Lion and passed the time of day with him, asking him how his family were, and when he should have the pleasure of seeing him again; then turning his tail, he parted from the Lion without much ceremony. The moral is traditionally, "Familiarity breeds contempt"; though an alternative moral is "Acquaintance softens prejudices."
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proprietorowner The proprietor of the bookstore greeted each customer warmly and offered personalized recommendations based on their interests.more Show sample from book When we arrived it was quite empty, except for a policeman sitting near the door, the wife of the proprietor back of the zinc bar, and the proprietor himself.†2 more the owner of a business Show general definition the owner of a business
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intricatecomplicated -- having many complexly arranged elements She came up with an intricate plan.more Show sample from book The dancers were in a crowd, so you did not see the intricate play of the feet.1 more complicated
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accordioncharacterized by narrower parallel folds when closed and wider when open An accordion wall can be closed to divide the room.†more Show sample from book We were dancing to the accordion and some one was playing the banjo.†2 more Show general definition for accordion (as in: an accordion door) characterized by narrower parallel folds when closed and wider when open -- such as a door or musical instrument with that characteristic Show editor's word notes When unqualified, accordion generally refers to a musical instrument. See the related Google Images to see pictures of the musical instrument, doors, folds, and pleats that have accordion characteristics.
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detachdetach → detached:emotionally uninvolved (separated from emotions) She spoke in a cold, detached manner as though she didn't care about him anymore.more Show sample from book until he fell in love with Brett, I never heard him make one remark that would, in any way, detach him from other people.2 more separate Show general definition to separate something from something else (physically or emotionally)
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brusqueabrupt (not taking the time to be friendly) She is known for her brusque manner and brief meetings.more Show sample from book She saw how Romero avoided every brusque movement and saved his bulls for the last when he wanted them, not winded and discomposed but smoothly worn down.1 more abrupt (sudden and quick) Show general definition abrupt (sudden and quick -- without taking the time to be friendly)
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sullenunhappy and withdrawn She changed from a happy, outgoing child to sullen teenager.more Show sample from book We sat and drank it, and the girl looked sullen.1 more showing a gloomy or bad mood Show general definition for sullen (as in: a sullen mood) being unhappy (and often withdrawn)
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sallowwith a pale or yellow complexion She looks sallow and unhealthy.more Show sample from book His face was sallow under the light.4 more an unhealthy pale of yellowish complexion Show general definition for sallow (as in: a sallow complexion) an unhealthy pale of yellowish complexion; or to cause such a complexion
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discreditdamage the reputation of She spoke only of her strengths, but others on her campaign staff worked to discredit her opponent.more Show sample from book It reflects discredit on me.†2 more Show general definition damage the reputation of -- often causing distrust of or disbelief in
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monasterymonastery → monasteries:residences of religious communities Henry VIII's Dissolution of the Monasteries was the largest legally enforced transfer of property in English history since the Norman Conquest.more Show sample from book We were standing in front of the old chapel of the monastery.†3 more the residence of a religious community Show general definition the residence of a religious community
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conceitexcessive pride Her conceit will be her downfall.more Show sample from book There was nothing conceited or braggartly about him.1 more conceit → conceited:excessively proud Show general definition for conceit (as in: confident, but not conceited) excessive pride in oneself, arrogance, or vanity
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acclaimacclaim → acclaimed:popularly and enthusiastically praised It's a critically acclaimed movie.more Show sample from book His ear was cut by popular acclamation and given to Pedro Romero, who, in turn, gave it to Brett, who wrapped it in a handkerchief belonging to myself, and left both ear and handkerchief, along with a number of Muratti cigarette-stubs, shoved far back in the drawer of the bed-table that stood beside her bed in the Hotel Montoya, in Pamplona.† acclaim → acclamation:choosing without opposition or formal vote Show general definition to praise enthusiastically and publicly -- sometimes choosing without opposition or a formal vote
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ostentatiousshowy (trying to attract notice and impress others in a manner seen as in bad taste) Although wealthy, the family is not ostentatious.more Show sample from book Don't be ostentatious. showy (trying to attract notice and impress others) Show general definition intended to attract notice and impress others -- especially with wealth in a vulgar way