Immortal in Death — Vocabulary
J. D. Robb
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immortalto live forever Zeus and the other gods were supposed to be immortal.more Show sample from book It makes you feel immortal.37 more like you will live forever Show general definition living or existing forever or: someone famous throughout history or: someone who will never die -- such as a mythological god
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musemuse → mused:reflected (thought) deeply He mused aloud about the afternoon's developments.more Show sample from book The way the mind of a cop worked was a marvel, he mused.20 more muse → mused:thought Show general definition for muse (as in: her musings) reflect (think) deeply on a subject -- perhaps aloud
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simulateimitate or represent A computer model is used to simulate the effects of wind.more Show sample from book The lush pool with an overhead that could simulate starlight, sunshine, or moonbeams at the flick of a control;7 more imitate Show general definition make an imitation or representation of
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motivereason (for doing something) She believes the profit motive encourages people to satisfy other people's needs.more Show sample from book Now I see three potential suspects, all, as it turns out, with motive, with opportunity, and with means.†7 more Show general definition for motive (as in: What is her motive?) a reason for doing something
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relevantimportant (related in a meaningful way) Shannon tells an interesting story, but it's not relevant to the decision we have to make.more Show sample from book We'll question the relevant staff one at a time.4 more relating in a meaningful way to the issue in question Show general definition relating in a meaningful way to the issue in question
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enhanceimprove This sauce will enhance the flavor of the meat.more Show sample from book S UBSTANCE SIMILAR TO THR-50, AKA Z EUS, WITH ADDITION OF STIMULANT TO ENHANCE SEXUAL ABILITY AND CELL REGENERATION.†5 more increase or improve Show general definition increase quantity or improve quality
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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 pull me, I will take leave and pursue the case on personal time. If necessary, I will resign.2 more resignation → resign:quit (her 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 Resigned, she took off...2 more resignation → resigned:having accepted something unpleasant 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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consolecontrols for electronic equipment She pushed a button on the console.more Show sample from book Like Roarke, she used the handplate for access, then moved behind the U-shaped console.5 more controls (for electrical equipment) Show general definition for console (as in: plug it into the console) controls or video monitor(s) for electrical equipment; or a cabinet made to hold electronic equipment
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inquiryinvestigation The school launched an official inquiry into the allegations of cheating.more Show sample from book We have no intention nor desire to investigate formally, or to launch any informal inquiries into the incident.†4 more inquiry → inquiries:questions or investigations Show general definition a question or investigation -- especially one meant to gather information or find out the truth
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competentsufficiently capable She is a competent student and I have no doubt she will be a competent lawyer one day.more Show sample from book I'm not even competent.†4 more Show general definition capable (able to do something in a generally satisfactory manner) -- sometimes specifically to have legal capability
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contrastnotable difference The contrast in their leadership styles is striking. Olivia motivated people with fear. Isabella motivated them with praise.more Show sample from book In the dim light his black shirt was a stark contrast to the white of hers.2 more difference (in brightness or tone) Show general definition for contrast (as in: there is a contrast) a difference -- especially a notable difference; or the side-x-side arrangement of things that draws attention to an unmissable difference
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rehabilitaterestore to good condition She has been working to rehabilitate her reputation.more Show sample from book Ambrose, spindly female, mixed race, head of chemical rehab at the Midtown Rehabilitation Center for Substance Addiction.†6 more rehabilitate → rehabilitation:to restore someone to a state of good condition Show general definition to restore someone (or more rarely, something) to a state of good condition -- such as recovery from addiction, illness, prison, or poor reputation Show editor's word notes Rehab is sometimes used as an abbreviation for rehabilitation or a rehabilitation facility such as might be used to help someone recover from a drug addiction. Although rehabilitate can be used generally, it is typically replaced with refurbish when talking about buildings or machines, and with recuperate when talking about recovery from an illness.
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vengeancerevenge Most Americans wanted vengeance after the 9-11 attacks.more Show sample from book The younger woman has love on her side, but even that isn't a match for the strength of Pandora's vengeance.†1 more the act of taking revenge Show general definition for vengeance (as in: vengeance is mine) the act of taking revenge (Revenge means to harm someone to get them back for something harmful that they have done.)
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with a vengeancewith intensity I thought I was getting over my cold and went to work, but it came back with a vengeance.more Show sample from book The clutching in her stomach came back with a vengeance as she stared at the window display with its feathers and beads and dyed rubber unisuits.†1 more Show general definition for with a vengeance (as in: with a vengeance) with intensity
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altercationfight She got in a physical altercation and was expelled.more Show sample from book You don't remember having an altercation with her.†1 more a noisy argument, confrontation, or fight Show general definition a noisy argument, confrontation, or fight
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vindictiveinclined to seek revenge or desirous of hurting others Not being vindictive by nature, Grant did what he could to see that the Confederate prisoners were treated well.more Show sample from book She tossed off some typical cliche about Pandora being sorry, but she looked more miserable than vindictive.†1 more desirous of seeking revenge or wanting to hurt someone Show general definition desirous of seeking revenge or wanting to hurt someone
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arbora framework that supports climbing plants The arbor provided a shady resting place in the park.more Show sample from book You're having it outdoors, so I might suggest arbors, wisteria.2 more arbor → arbors:frameworks that support climbing plants Show general definition for arbor (as in: shaded arbor) a framework that supports climbing plants; or a shady rest area made by such a framework or by trees and shrubs Show editor's word notes The framework of an arbor is generally thought of as a wood lattice made to support vines, but it can also be a natural framework such as trees.
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phobiaphobia → phobias:extreme and unreasonable fears of things One of the most common phobias is agoraphobia--the fear of being in public places.more Show sample from book She didn't consider herself phobic, but closed-in spaces made her itchy.†1 more phobia → phobic:related to an extreme and unreasonable fear of something Show general definition extreme and unreasonable fear of something Show editor's word notes Many words end with "phobia" to indicate "fear of" something. It is also common to turn the noun into an adjective with an "ic" suffix; e.g., "phobic" or "xenophobic."
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requisitionrequisition → requisitioned:officially demanded The surveillance recordings were requisitioned by police to identify the thief.more Show sample from book Requisition a new one.†1 more to officially request, demand, or take something… Show general definition to officially request, demand, or take something; or the form used to make such a request