Queen of Babble — Vocabulary
Meg Cabot
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Exemplary sample	Uses	ACT/SAT
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thesisa formal and lengthy research paper advancing a new point of view Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan's undergraduate thesis was a detailed history of the rise and fall of New York's Socialist Party in the early 20th Century.more Show sample from book In this thesis, I hope to explore the history of clothing.48 more a formal and lengthy research paper Show general definition for thesis (as in: her Master's thesis) a formal and lengthy research paper advancing a new point of view -- usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree
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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 Mrs. M looks like a rose herself, all pink-cheeked and shiny in jeans and a peasant top.†6 more used historically or possibly in relation to a very poor country: a person of l… 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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incredulousdifficult to believe I find it incredulous that you believe she is sincere.more Show sample from book Andrew shoots me an incredulous look.†3 more unbelieving; or having difficulty accepting something so unexpected Show general definition unbelieving; or having difficulty accepting something so unexpected
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approximateapproximate → approximately:about The state has approximately as many Republicans as Democrats.more Show sample from book We ate while watching a British mystery show, during which I only understood approximately one word out of every seven, due to The thing is, I wasdetermined not to let the fat thing get me down.†2 more approximate → approximately:about (but not exactly) Show general definition almost, but not exact; or similar
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hideousextremely ugly, offensive, and/or frightening The beast had hideous fangs.more Show sample from book That one in the hideous jacket with the epaulets.†4 more
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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 A priceless, one-of-a-kind couture evening gown from one of the most innovative and classic fashion designers in the world.†1 more innovate → innovative:new and different Show general definition bring something new to an environment
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enableenable → enables:makes possible The test enables earlier identification of autism.more Show sample from book You'd have been enabling him to continue his destructive behavior.†1 more enable → enabling:making possible Show general definition to make possible in various senses, including: to give someone the ability, knowledge, or authority to do something -- as in "The study will enable an informed discussion." to activate a computer system for use -- as in "You can enable the feature in the Settings Page." to permit someone to repeat bad behavior, so they reinforce the bad pattern -- as in "I don't want to enable her drug addiction."
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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 The little girl took the napkin reverently, as if she couldn't believe her good fortune.†1 more revere → reverently:with feelings of deep respect and admiration -- sometimes with a mixture of wonder and awe or fear 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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belatedafter the usual time She sent a belated birthday card after realizing she had missed the actual day.more Show sample from book I realize, a little belatedly, that Andrew might possibly become a little ticked off with his brother for "Oh, Andrew, I'm sorry," I say, wrapping my arms around his neck and kissing him tenderly.†3 more belated → belatedly:after the expected or usual time Show general definition after the expected or usual time
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mortifiedexceedingly embarrassed She was mortified when her father questioned the boy who came to pick her up.more Show sample from book And the occasional mortification of having to appear in front of a guy I had a crush on in a bathing suit at the lake or whatever.†2 more mortified → mortification:extremely embarrassed and ashamed—so humiliated that pride feels wounded. Show general definition for mortified (as in: felt mortified) extremely embarrassed and ashamed—so humiliated that pride feels wounded.
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frauddeception to get something illegally She was arrested for committing credit card fraud after using someone else’s account to buy expensive electronics.more Show sample from book Or a dole fraud.†2 more the act of deceiving someone for personal gain… Show general definition the act of deceiving someone for personal gain; or a person or thing that is not what it pretends or appears to be
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feignedpretended to She feigned sleep.more Show sample from book Chaz asks with feigned innocence.†1 more pretended (made a pretense of) Show general definition pretended -- usually pretending to feel something
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resolutedetermined and unwavering She stood resolute as some complained that she was asking too much of the team.more Show sample from book She's keeping her gaze resolutely on the pages of the book she's reading.†1 more resolute → resolutely:with firm purpose or belief Show general definition firm in purpose, belief, or action
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psychoticsomeone who suffers from a psychosis (any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted) She is borderline psychotic.more Show sample from book Although I must sound completely psychotic to you.†2 more related to psychosis or someone who suffers from a psychosis (any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted) Show general definition related to psychosis or someone who suffers from a psychosis (any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted)
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copiousa lot of She took copious notes.†more Show sample from book Many believe this may have been due to the copious amount of white foundation she wore upon her face in order to give it what was then considered a youthful appearance.†1 more abundant (large in quantity or number) Show general definition abundant (large in quantity or number)
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anarchythe complete absence of political authority It's not the government I want, but it's better than anarchy.more Show sample from book But there was nothing anarchic about their postapocalyptic style.†1 more anarchy → anarchic:the complete absence of political authority… Show general definition the complete absence of political authority; or more generally, complete absence of order
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grovelshow complete submission She wasn't content just to win. She wanted to see me grovel.more Show sample from book Shari had said something about groveling.†1 more grovel → groveling:showing submission or fear Show general definition to show submission or fear -- sometimes by crawling or lying face down
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peevisheasily annoyed The peevish child refused to eat his vegetables and threw a tantrum at the dinner table.more Show sample from book I don't really know any other word I can use to describe the expression on Andrew's face except peevish.†1 more annoyed or easily annoyed -- especially by unimportant things Show general definition annoyed or easily annoyed -- especially by unimportant things
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monarchya government ruled by a king of queen The monarchy is over three hundred years old, but it was forced to share power and adopt a constitution during the last century.more Show sample from book The French Revolution in the late 1700s wasn't just an uprising of common people overthrowing the monarchy in favor of democracy and republicanism.†1 more a government, country, or ruling family of a country ruled by a king of queen Show general definition a government, country, or ruling family of a country ruled by a king of queen
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weanwean → weaned:adapt to the removal of breastmilk Worldwide, most babies are weaned much later, but in the US, fewer than 20% of babies are still nursing when they are six months old.more Show sample from book It's unfortunate about the pocket protector he's wearing, but then I haven't been able to wean my own father from the habit, so it's unlikely I'll ever make any headway with his boss.†1 more adapt Show general definition to adapt to in various senses, including: "She was weaned at 3 months." -- a mammal's adaption to the removal of breastmilk (note this is the unqualified sense) "I weaned myself from cigarettes." -- adapted to the gradual removal of "I was weaned on progressive principals" -- raised on or adapted to at a very early age.