Job — Vocabulary
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perishbe destroyed or cease to exist ...government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.Abraham Lincoln — Gettysburg Addressmore Show sample from book 4:7 Remember, I pray thee, who ever perished, being innocent?†14 more perish → perished:died, was destroyed, or ceased to exist Show general definition to die -- especially in an unnatural way or: to be destroyed or cease to exist Show editor's word notes You may encounter an informal expression, "Perish the thought." It means that the speaker hopes the thought will cease to exist and the thing it represents will never happen.
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wrathextreme anger She could hardly contain her wrath when she learned he had betrayed her.more Show sample from book 5:2 For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.†16 more Show general definition extreme anger or angry punishment
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afflictafflict → afflicted:made to suffer The region was afflicted by a long drought that destroyed most crops.more Show sample from book 6:14 To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty.†10 more afflict → afflicted:suffering; or made to suffer Show general definition to cause pain, suffering, or trouble -- especially something long-lasting or hard to endure
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scornscorn → scorned:rejected Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.more Show sample from book 12:4 I am as one mocked of his neighbour, who calleth upon God, and he answereth him: the just upright man is laughed to scorn.†5 more disrespect or reject as not good enough Show general definition disrespect or reject as not good enough
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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 8:13 So are the paths of all that forget God; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: 8:14 Whose hope shall be cut off, and whose trust shall be a spider's web.†7 more
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abundantpresent in great quantity Farmers in the region enjoy good soil, moderate temperatures, and an abundant supply of water.more Show sample from book 12:6 The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure; into whose hand God bringeth abundantly.†4 more abundant → abundantly:with great quantity
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despisedespise → despises:dislikes strongly and looks down upon She despises the people he works for.more Show sample from book 12:5 He that is ready to slip with his feet is as a lamp despised in the thought of him that is at ease.†6 more despise → despised:disliked strongly and looked down upon Show general definition to dislike strongly and to look down upon with disrespect
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moreoverin addition to what has just been said The company has too much debt. Moreover, it is responsible for a long-term lease on expensive office space.more Show sample from book 35:1 Elihu spake moreover, and said, 35:2 Thinkest thou this to be right, that thou saidst, My righteousness is more than God's?†3 more
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integritystrong moral principles They agreed to have her judge the contest because everyone admires her integrity.more Show sample from book Let me be weighed in an even balance that God may know mine integrity. (31:6)3 more Show general definition for integrity (as in: a person of high integrity) having strong moral principles -- especially honesty
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reproachreproach → reproached:criticized and expressed disappointment She reproached him for treating his sister so thoughtlessly.more Show sample from book 19:3 These ten times have ye reproached me: ye are not ashamed that ye make yourselves strange to me.†4 more reproach → reproached:criticized Show general definition a criticism; or to express criticism or disappointment -- especially where a relationship makes the disapproval result in disappointment or shame Show editor's word notes The expression "beyond reproach" is often used to indicate that one must not only be careful to do everything right, but must be careful not to do anything that might make people suspect they did something wrong. For example, politicians often need to behave in a manner that is beyond reproach. "Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize.
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habitathabitat → habitats:the type of environment in which an organism or group normally lives They are endangered due to destruction of their rainforest habitats.more Show sample from book 5:3 I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation.†3 more
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deceivemislead The plan was to deceive the Germans into believing the main attack would take place further north.more Show sample from book 31:9 If mine heart have been deceived by a woman, or if I have laid wait at my neighbour's door; 31:10 Then let my wife grind unto another, and let others bow down upon her.†3 more deceive → deceived:lied or misled Show general definition to lie to or mislead someone -- occasionally to lie to oneself by denying reality
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abhorabhor → abhors:hates She abhors violence.more Show sample from book 9:30 If I wash myself with snow water, and make my hands never so clean; 9:31 Yet shalt thou plunge me in the ditch, and mine own clothes shall abhor me.†3 more hate or detest Show general definition to hate or detest something Show editor's word notes Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice): As compared to "hate", "despise", or "loathe", "abhor" is often chosen to indicate moral revulsion.
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forsakeabandon or give up The country must forsake terrorism as a political instrument.more Show sample from book 18:4 He teareth himself in his anger: shall the earth be forsaken for thee?†3 more forsake → forsaken:abandoned or given up on Show general definition to abandon or give up on -- such as someone who needs you, or an idea, or a place
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transgresstransgress → transgressed:violated Her actions transgressed the boundaries of acceptable behavior.more Show sample from book make me to know my transgression and my sin.†8 more transgress → transgression:an act that violates a rule, promise, or social norm Show general definition to violate a rule, promise, or social norm
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reprovereprove → reproves:criticizes She's the kind of boss who reproves in private and praises in public.more Show sample from book but what doth your arguing reprove?†5 more criticize Show general definition express disapproval or criticism -- typically in a mild manner & sometimes even in a friendly manner
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hinderhinder → hindered:delayed or made difficult Her efforts to turn the department around were further hindered by budgetary cuts.more Show sample from book 9:12 Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him?†1 more slowed down or caused problems for Show general definition for hinder (as in: hindered by) slow down or cause problems for
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parablea short story told to teach a moral lesson Many people have heard the parable of The Prodigal Son.more Show sample from book 27:1 Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, 27:2 As God liveth, who hath taken away my judgment; and the Almighty, who hath vexed my soul; 27:3 All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils; 27:4 My lips shall not speak wickedness, nor my tongue utter deceit.†1 more Show general definition a short story told to teach a moral lesson -- especially those told by Jesus in the New Testament
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defiledefile → defiled:polluted They defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it.more Show sample from book 16:15 I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.† defile → defiled:spoiled the beauty or purity of something Show general definition to spoil the beauty or purity of something in various senses, including: pollute a pristine lake harm a reputation or good name damage or disrespect something sacred take a person's virginity in a disrespectful way
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kindredsimilar in quality or character We are kindred spirits.more Show sample from book 32:2 Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God.† similar in quality or character; OR closely related Show general definition similar in quality or character or: closely related -- such as family or things with shared origin