New Moon — Vocabulary
Stephenie Meyer
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comprehendcomprehend → comprehends:fully understands I don't think she comprehends how dangerous this has become.more Show sample from book I couldn't comprehend what this human woman was doing here, totally at ease, surrounded by vampires.12 more understand Show general definition to understand something -- especially to understand it completely
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adrenalineadrenaline → adrenaline junkie:“fight or flight” stimulating hormone She's an adrenaline junkie. She loves the rush that comes from roller coasters, skydiving, and big waves.more Show sample from book There was no adrenaline, no danger.12 more hormone released to help the body prepare for action ("fight or flight") Show general definition “fight or flight” stimulating hormone secreted by the adrenal gland in response to stress (making the body feel excited and ready for action) Show editor's word notes Doctors are more likely to use the term epinephrine (possibly shortened to epi or EP). Adrenalin as a proper noun without the ending "e" is a trademark name for the same chemical.
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skepticaldoubtful I am skeptical about her plan.more Show sample from book I didn't say anything, and he seemed to hear skepticism in my silence.7 more skeptical → skepticism:doubt (that something is true) Show general definition doubtful (that something is true or worthwhile) or more rarely: generally tending to doubt what others believe
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deludedelude → deluded:with a false belief She is a sincere but deluded idealist.more Show sample from book as long as I was truly insane now, I might as well enjoy the delusions while they were pleasant.11 more delude → delusions:false beliefs Show general definition deceive (convince to have a false belief)
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book I panicked, worried that Charlie was about to lay down some kind of edict that would prohibit La Push, and consequently my motorcycle.2 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 Nothing of consequence.†2 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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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 I would appreciate it very much, however, if you would send my thanks to your masters.†2 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 As I stared at his too beautiful face, trying to understand the change, it suddenly struck me that I was really here, in Edward's arms, however fleetingly, and that we were not—at this exact moment—about to be killed.2 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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sereneserene → serenely:calmly and peacefully While I lie awake worrying, she sleeps serenely.more Show sample from book He struggled to conceal the tension behind his serene expression.6 more calm and untroubled Show general definition calm and untroubled
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glowerglower → glowering:staring angrily Shake hands and stop glowering at each other.more Show sample from book Jacob's eyes sparked with hate as he glowered at Edward again.7 more glower → glowered:stared angrily Show general definition to stare angrily
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musemuse → mused:reflected (thought) deeply He mused aloud about the afternoon's developments.more Show sample from book "It's just so difficult to understand, even now," Aro mused,7 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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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 The contrast between the two of us was painful.†3 more 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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hysteriastate of excessive, uncontrolled emotion We need to get past the hysteria and decide what to do.more Show sample from book I was sure he wouldn't notice the faint hint of hysteria.†7 more a state of excessive, uncontrollable emotion Show general definition a state of excessive, uncontrollable emotion Show editor's word notes In addition to being the adjective form of hysteria, the form hysterical can also indicate that something is exceedingly funny (leading to uncontrollable laughter)
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themean idea that is unifying or recurrent The party had a 1950's theme.more Show sample from book I wondered if there was some pirate theme not visible from outside.1 more unifying idea Show general definition for theme (as in: theme of the novel) a basic idea that underlies what is being said or done -- especially in a literary or artistic work
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theme#2primary melody I smile every time I hear The Simpson's theme music.more Show sample from book As I spoke, I could hear the distinctive theme music from ESPN's SportsCenter coming from the living room.1 more associated with a program Show general definition for theme (as in: musical theme) the initial or primary melody of a musical composition or (as in "theme song") music that is most repeated in a film, television series, or other theatrical production
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déjà vuthe strange feeling of having lived the current moment before As she walked through the old town, she had a strong sense of déjà vu, as if she had been there before.more Show sample from book Triggered, no doubt, by the memory—the deja vu, the strange familiarity of the situation.†5 more déjà vu → deja vu:the strange feeling of having lived the current moment before… Show general definition the strange feeling of having lived the current moment before; or referring to something as similar to what has happened before
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inconsequentialunimportant Once I was accepted in college, high school work seemed inconsequential.†more Show sample from book The silly, inconsequential hurt was incredibly potent.†3 more not important
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hypocritesomeone who violates claimed moral standards She calls him a hypocrite for suggesting a green lifestyle except when it is personally inconvenient.more Show sample from book You're such a hypocrite, Bella—there you sit, terrified of me!†4 more
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indecisiona general tendency to leave decisions unmade Don't mistake her thoughtfulness as weak indecision.more Show sample from book After all those years of indecision, I simply acted on a whim.†3 more leaving a decision unmade due to uncertainty… Show general definition leaving a decision unmade due to uncertainty; or a general tendency to leave decisions unmade
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inconspicuousnot attracting attention She chose an inconspicuous spot in the corner so she could observe without being noticed.more Show sample from book Charlie watched me, trying to be inconspicuous about it, with pleased but cautious eyes.†3 more not very noticeable Show general definition not easily seen, noticed, or attracting attention