The Truth About Forever — Vocabulary
Sarah Dessen
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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 She did, however, say that Wes had been asking about me, and she wondered if something had happened between us.†11 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 So much for my fairy tale, however brief, my luxury of scars that didn't show.11 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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disputedisagreement The area has long been a source of dispute between India and Pakistan.more Show sample from book For a second none of us said anything, and I wondered if, in the end, this is how all disputes are settled, with a shared silence as things become equal.2 more dispute → disputes:disagreements or arguments Show general definition for dispute (as in: their border dispute) disagreement, argument, or conflict
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dispute#2dispute → disputes:challenges She disputes her landlord's claim that the music was that loud.more Show sample from book "I'm hardly wearing any," Bert said, as Wes put a hand over his nose, disputing this.2 more dispute → disputing:challenging (showing disagreement about) Show general definition for dispute (as in: She disputes his claim.) challenge, argue about, or fight over
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conveycommunicate or express She dresses to convey a sense of a successful, no-nonsense woman.more Show sample from book And to convey that she's—†4 more Show general definition for convey (as in: convey her thoughts) communicate or express
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crucialvery important Doing well on the ACT is crucial to getting into the college I want to attend.more Show sample from book Then, after a couple of reminders about other things it was crucial I attend to, this: If you're having problems with Bethany and Amanda, you should address them directly.†5 more Show general definition very important or necessary -- often because it determines how something else will turn out
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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 "I can't believe," she said indignantly, not even hearing this, "that you and Wes are out on a date and you didn't even tell me."4 more Show general definition angered or annoyed at something unjust or wrong
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innovateinnovate → innovative:introducing things that are new and different Apple is considered one of the most innovative companies.more Show sample from book [He was] responsible for an innovative school recycling program now implemented in districts around the country,3 more innovate → innovative:new and different Show general definition bring something new to an environment
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incredulousdifficult to believe I find it incredulous that you believe she is sincere.more Show sample from book I could just see Jason at the library, listening with that same incredulous expression, as my desk leap was described, in SAT verbal perfect words, by Amanda and Bethany.4 more having difficulty accepting something so unexpected Show general definition unbelieving; or having difficulty accepting something so unexpected
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wistfulwistful → wistfully:showing longing or unfulfilled desire Sitting in her wheelchair, the old woman looked wistfully at the young dancers.more Show sample from book "Still," Kristy said wistfully, "I did like her halter top."5 more wistful → wistfully:with longing or unfulfilled desire
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correspondcorrespond → corresponds:is equivalent The girls are using a simple code where "1" corresponds to "A", "2" to "B" and so on for each of the 26 letters of the alphabet.more Show sample from book So if problems arise, we'll be able to consult the lists, see which issue it corresponds to, and work out a solution from there.†2 more correspond → corresponds:connects or fits together by being equivalent, proportionate, or matched Show general definition for correspond (as in: corresponding time period) connect or fit together by being equivalent, proportionate, or matched (Two things are equivalent if they have the same or very similar value, purpose, or result.)
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varybe different Your mileage may vary.more Show sample from book Whatever else varied, the ending was the same, a finish line I could never reach, no matter how many miles I put behind me.†2 more vary → varied:differed; or changed Show general definition to be different, or to change Show editor's word notes Vary is often used to describe small differences or changes--especially about things of the same type. It would be more common to say "The weight of full-grown elephants varies depending upon diet and other factors," than to say "The weight of elephants varies from that of mice."
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tentativetentative → tentatively:in a careful way (indicating a lack of confidence) The puppy approached us tentatively until it knew we wouldn't harm it.more Show sample from book When he first put his arms around me, it was tentative, like maybe he expected I'd pull away.2 more careful or unsure Show general definition for tentative (as in: said it tentatively) done in a careful or unsure way (indicating a lack of confidence in exactly what will happen)
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adamantdetermined not to change a decision Despite her friends’ attempts to persuade her, Jane remained adamant in her decision to pursue a career in the arts.more Show sample from book "Nuh-uh," Monica said, sounding surprisingly adamant.†3 more determined not to change a decision or belief Show general definition determined not to change a decision or belief
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pessimisticexpecting that things will turn out badly; Despite the team's losing streak, the coach tried to remain optimistic, while the players grew increasingly pessimistic.more Show sample from book By the window, even Bert, pessimist of pessimists, was smiling.†1 more pessimistic → pessimists:people who expect the worst; or who focus on the bad part of things Show general definition expecting that things will turn out badly; or focusing on the bad part of things
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innocuousunlikely to harm or disturb She made some innocuous comments while being careful not to hurt anyone's feelings.more Show sample from book My mind had raced with awful possibilities, picturing her dead on the highway, but the truth was actually much more innocuous.2 more harmless (not disturbing)
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redundantmore than is needed or desired What is clarifying for one reader can be a redundant distraction for another.more Show sample from book "I'm going," she said, redundantly. redundant → redundantly:even though it wasn't necessary (It was already know that she was going.) Show general definition more than is needed -- often something that is unnecessarily repeated or in technical usage: describing a secondary component designed to work if the primary component fails
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diabolicalevil and clever As part of her diabolical plan, she spent the first year gaining their trust.more Show sample from book When I'd first started playing Truth, back in my slumber party days, it had always made me nervous. Wes was right in saying it was diabolical: the questions asked were always personal or embarrassing, preferably both.1 more cruel and clever Show general definition evil; very bad; or cruel and clever (like something of the devil)
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dissuadepersuade someone not to do something The ad features a woman dying of lung throat cancer in an attempt to dissuade people from starting to smoke cigarettes.more Show sample from book Never mind that the rest of us had long ago soured on EZ Products: my father was not dissuaded by our cynicism.†1 more dissuade → dissuaded:persuaded someone not to do something
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refractrefract → refracted:to change the velocity of a beam of light or other wave-form as it passes from o… When light passes through a prism, it is refracted, causing the light to split into a spectrum of colors.more Show sample from book It's like, everything and everyone refracts, each person having a different reaction.†1 more Show general definition to change the velocity of a beam of light or other wave-form as it passes from one medium into another (apparently bending it when passing at an angle)