A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court — Vocabulary
Mark Twain
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book Poor girl, her jaws had had a wearisome rest now for a while, and I was expecting to get the consequences.18 more 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 It didn't cause me any trouble in the beginning--at least any of consequence.18 more importance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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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 When I started to the chapel, the populace uncovered and fell back reverently to make a wide way for me, as if I had been some kind of a superior being—and I was.26 more revere → reverently:with feelings of deep respect and admiration 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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monka male member of a religious order typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience The Tibetan monk wore an orange robe.more Show sample from book Then there was a pause, and a deeper hush, if possible, and a man knelt down at my feet with a blazing torch; the multitude strained forward, gazing, and parting slightly from their seats without knowing it; the monk raised his hands above my head, and his eyes toward the blue sky, and began some words in Latin; in this attitude he droned on and on, a little while, and then stopped.†32 more a male member of a religious order typically living under vows of poverty, chast…
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yieldproduce (lead to) The discovery could yield a more effective treatment for diabetes.more Show sample from book An he yield not his secret now, ye shall see him torn asunder.†14 more give Show general definition for yield (as in: will yield valuable data) to produce (usually something wanted); or the thing or amount produced
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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 He was disguised as a woman, and appeared to be a simple old peasant goodwife.18 more used historically or possibly in relation to a very poor country: a person of low income, education, and social standing 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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perilperil → perils:dangers The mountaineers faced many perils on their ascent to the summit, including treacherous icefalls and avalanches.more Show sample from book Oh, prithee delay not; to delay at such a time were to double and treble the perils that already compass thee about.†15 more Show general definition danger
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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 The people could not have stood it; and, moreover, I should have had the Established Roman Catholic Church on my back in a minute.†9 more
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malicemalice → malicious:evil; or made with the intent to make others suffer I am not interested in hearing malicious gossip.more Show sample from book She was loaded to the eyelids with cold malice.9 more the desire to hurt others or see them suffer Show general definition the intention or desire to see others suffer
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trifletrifle → trifling:unimportant We all agree with the goal, but how to achieve it is not a trifling matter.more Show sample from book The door stood a trifle ajar.13 more little Show general definition for trifle (as in: a trifling matter) something of small importance; or a small quantity
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ogrefrightening giant In the story, the ogre lived in a dark cave and captured anyone who came near.more Show sample from book Now as to this castle, with forty-five princesses in it, and three ogres at the head of it, tell me—where is this harem?†13 more ogre → ogres:a frightening giant from fairy tales, especially one who eats people… Show general definition a frightening giant from fairy tales, especially one who eats people; or a cruel or terrifying person
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prodigiousenormous As a child, Mozart had a prodigious talent.more Show sample from book There was a prodigious roar of applause,11 more Show general definition enormous; or far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
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pioushighly religious The cartoon with a drawing of Muhammad outraged many pious Muslims.more Show sample from book they gave themselves to study of pious books,9 more religious Show general definition for pious (as in: a good, pious woman) religious or highly moral
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sereneserene → serenely:calmly and peacefully While I lie awake worrying, she sleeps serenely.more Show sample from book What a silky smooth hellion she was; and so composed and serene, when the cords all down my legs were hurting in sympathy with that man's pain.†8 more calm and untroubled Show general definition calm and untroubled
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assailassail → assailed:attacked Critics assailed the author’s latest work, questioning its originality and depth.more Show sample from book That made an immense effect; up went appealing hands everywhere, and the king was assailed with a storm of supplications that I might be bought off at any price, and the calamity stayed.†4 more assail → assailed:to attack or cause trouble Show general definition to attack or cause trouble
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beguilebeguile → beguiling:enchanting; or enchanting and deceptive Few men could remain detached while looking into her beguiling eyes.more Show sample from book Now by my faith I know well that he will grieve some of the court of King Arthur; for on him knights will be bold, and deem that it is I, and that will beguile them; and because of his armor and shield I am sure I shall ride in peace.†4 more to charm, enchant, or entertain someone; OR to deceive Show general definition to charm, enchant, or entertain someone; or to deceive -- especially through charm
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illustriousfamous and respected The university invited an illustrious scientist to speak at the graduation ceremony.more Show sample from book The chairman resumed as follows: "By what illustrious achievement for the honor of the Throne and State did the founder of your great line lift himself to the sacred dignity of the British nobility?"†4 more famous and admired; OR worthy of admiration Show general definition famous and admired; or worthy of admiration
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antagonistenemy or opponent In the movie, Star Wars, Darth Vader is the antagonist to Luke Skywalker.more Show sample from book It was known that Merlin had been busy whole days and nights together, imbuing Sir Sagramor's arms and armor with supernal powers of offense and defense, and that he had procured for him from the spirits of the air a fleecy veil which would render the wearer invisible to his antagonist while still visible to other men.†2 more someone who offers opposition or is hostile Show general definition for antagonist (as in: the antagonist in the film) someone who offers opposition or is hostile
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obsoleteno longer in general use because it was replaced by something better My mother still has a twenty-year-old obsolete computer in storage.more Show sample from book From time to time I dipped into old Sir Thomas Malory's enchanting book, and fed at its rich feast of prodigies and adventures, breathed in the fragrance of its obsolete names, and dreamed again.†1 more Show general definition no longer in general use because it was replaced by something better
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discreditdamage the reputation of She spoke only of her strengths, but others on her campaign staff worked to discredit her opponent.more Show sample from book But that should be nothing to his discredit; the man that can do this kind of miracle knows enough to keep hotel.†2 more Show general definition damage the reputation of -- often causing distrust of or disbelief in