The Perfect Game — Vocabulary
W. William Winokur
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assumebelieve (without knowing for sure) I assume she was at school today, but I don't remember actually seeing her.more Show sample from book The McAllen team's boys boasted to each other how they couldn't wait to get up and cream a pitch, assuming Angel could throw a single strike.11 more assume → assuming:believed (without really knowing) Show general definition for assume (as in: I assume it's true) to accept something as true without proof
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assume#2assume → assumption:the act of taking someone up into heaven My church celebrates The Assumption of Mary on August 15th.more Show sample from book Just then, the bells of the Cathedral of the Assumption on Fifth Street rang out.11 more Show general definition for assume (as in: assumed into heaven) to take up or receive someone into heaven
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interjectinterject → interjected:inserted (a comment) "That's not true," she interjected.more Show sample from book "Umberto, he's just a child," interjected Oralia.8 more interject → interjected:quickly inserted (typically interrupts what another is saying) Show general definition to insert -- especially to quickly insert a comment that interrupts what another is saying
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forfeitlose We had to forfeit the deposit.more Show sample from book Well, they better start now or else they's gonna forfeit,8 more lose the game (as a penalty) Show general definition to lose or surrender something -- often as a penalty
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foremansupervisor She complained to the shop foreman.more Show sample from book Foremen would cherry-pick the workers who looked like they would give the hardest day's work without complaining.8 more foreman → foremen:The overseer (a person who is in charge of other workers) Show general definition a person chosen to lead and speak for a group, especially at work or in a courtroom Show editor's word notes At work, a foreman is the worker who supervises and directs other workers, often in factories, workshops, or on construction sites. In a court case, the foreman is the juror selected to lead the jury and announce its decision.
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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 A few houses off the corner, in front of the one owned by Umberto and Oralia Macias, was a planter of flowers, their vivid colors bursting forth in stark contrast to the muted hues of the drab street.†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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elicitelicit → elicited:brought out in response Her comments elicited public outrage.†more Show sample from book He shoved the machine, eliciting a stern look from the deputy,6 more elicit → eliciting:bringing out in response Show general definition get or bring out in response -- such as information or a feeling
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savortake pleasure from Savor the soup.more Show sample from book She'd have to savor the moment only in her memory.6 more relish Show general definition to take great pleasure from; or the quality enjoyed
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delegateperson representing others Each state sent a delegate to represent its interests at the national convention.more Show sample from book two men approached Cesar and introduced themselves as members of a special Mexican delegation.5 more delegate → delegation:a group of people appointed or elected to represent others Show general definition for delegate (as in: is a delegate) a person appointed or elected to represent others
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apprehensiveworried She is apprehensive about her new job.more Show sample from book "Ask me again in six innings," he said apprehensively.†3 more apprehensive → apprehensively:worried over possible misfortune Show general definition worried over possible misfortune
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accommodateprovide for The lab can accommodate up to 30 students at one time.more Show sample from book After additional bleachers had been assembled, its two fields could accommodate more than five thousand fans.†3 more fit Show general definition for accommodate (as in: the room can accommodate four) provide (or have the ability to provide) for something desired or needed
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lamentlament → lamented:expressed grief about She lamented the loss.more Show sample from book Cries of lamentation rose from those gathered.†3 more lament → lamentation:passionate expression of grief or sorrow Show general definition to express grief or regret
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baptismbaptism → baptized:"spiritually renewed" in a Christian ceremony She was baptized at the same church as her grandmother.more Show context notes The suffix "-ize" converts a word to a verb. This is the same pattern you see in words like apologize, theorize, and dramatize. Show sample from book I baptized all of you.†5 more baptism → baptized:"spiritually renewed" in a Christian ceremony OR initiated or purified by a challenging experience Show context notes The suffix "-ize" converts a word to a verb. This is the same pattern you see in words like apologize, theorize, and dramatize. Show general definition a Christian ceremony signifying spiritual cleansing and rebirth or: a challenging experience that initiates or purifies Show editor's word notes Most churches baptize infants, but some require an adult to request baptism, and a few (such as the Quakers) require no baptism at all. Typically, water is used as part of the ceremony, such as sprinkling a little water on a baby's head; though some churches use complete submersion in water.
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congregationpeople who worship together in the same building It's a casual congregation where many people wander into services late.more Show sample from book While he spoke to his congregation of Juan Diego and the Miracle of Guadalupe, he found himself silently asking God, Why a child?†3 more Show general definition for congregation (as in: the congregation voted) people who worship together in the same building
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camaraderieclose friendship amongst a group of people Basketball encourages teamwork and camaraderie.more Show sample from book He began devising different games, each of which was designed to improve the boys' reflexes, stamina and camaraderie.†1 more
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proficiencyskill After months of practice, her proficiency in Spanish let her hold real conversations.more Show sample from book Cesar said, feigning a lack of English proficiency.†1 more Show general definition skillfulness in something
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cordialfriendly The countries share a long border and have cordial relations.more Show sample from book His demeanor suggested anything but cordiality.†1 more cordial → cordiality:friendliness Show general definition for cordial (as in: a cordial reception) friendly -- usually warm and heartfelt, but possibly only polite
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affluentwealthy The affluent neighborhood was lined with large houses, manicured lawns, and luxury cars.more Show sample from book Delivery trucks used to service the neighborhood, but since the 1929 stock market crash, they only ventured into the most affluent parts of town.†1 more people who are, or the condition of being, wealthy Show general definition people who are, or the condition of being, wealthy
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apathylack of interest and enthusiasm Seeing too much senior apathy, the high school began having juniors declare a major for their senior year.more Show sample from book though some in the stands were offended or apathetic, many were touched by the humility of the team's condition and reached into their pockets for coins.1 more apathy → apathetic:without interest
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posterityfuture generations We must secure the benefits of freedom for ourselves and our posterity.more Show sample from book Cesar made his way to Angel, and when his young pitcher saw him, he leaped into Cesar's arms as photographers captured the moment for posterity.†1 more all future generations Show general definition all future generations