Around the World in 80 Days — Vocabulary
Jules Verne
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prudentsensible and careful She was promoted to manager because she is so prudent.more Show sample from book It may be taken for granted that, rash as the Americans usually are, when they are prudent there is good reason for it.10 more careful
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tranquilcalm I love a lake with tranquil blue water.†more Show sample from book The tranquil Fogg waited, without betraying any emotion.13 more Show general definition calm and undisturbed
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eccentricodd or unusual Her eccentric outfits always turned heads at school.more Show sample from book You know that Mr. Fogg is very eccentric.10 more unconventional or strange Show general definition unconventional or strange; or a person with such traits -- often in a way that seems interesting or harmless
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establishestablish → established:created Which word choice best maintains the tone established in the first paragraph?more Show sample from book A great crowd was collected in Pall Mall and the neighbouring streets on Saturday evening; it seemed like a multitude of brokers permanently established around the Reform Club.2 more establish → established:settled Show general definition for establish (as in: establish a positive tone) create, start, or set in [a] place
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establish#2establish → establishing:showing or demonstrating The passage is primarily about establishing the relationship between the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and global temperature.more Show sample from book But he must go to the consul's in person, so as to establish his identity.2 more prove Show general definition for establish (as in: establish that there is a need) show or determine (cause to be recognized or figure out)
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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 Two state-rooms in the rear were, however, unoccupied—those which had been engaged by Phileas Fogg.40 more though (used to connect contrasting ideas) 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 She was attached to the man who, however coldly, gave her daily evidences of the most absolute devotion.40 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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however#3in whatever way However we do it, someone is going to be unhappy.more Show sample from book However that may have been, Mr. Fogg carefully put his watch upon the table, and observed its advancing hands.40 more Show general definition for however (as in: However you do it, get it done!) in whatever way
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peninsulaa large mass of land projecting into a body of water We decided to spend our summer vacation exploring the beautiful peninsula, with its quaint coastal towns and stunning beaches.more Show sample from book Only eighty days, now that the section between Rothal and Allahabad, on the Great Indian Peninsula Railway, has been opened.†10 more Show general definition a large mass of land projecting into a body of water -- especially if connected to the larger land mass by an isthmus
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adversaryopponent She is his greatest adversary.more Show sample from book Fix got up in a somewhat rumpled condition, and, looking at his adversary, coldly said, "Have you done?"†6 more Show general definition an opponent
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stupefystupefy → stupefied:completely surprised The lawyer said his client was stupefied by the accusation.more Show sample from book Passepartout opened wide his eyes, raised his eyebrows, held up his hands, and seemed about to collapse, so overcome was he with stupefied astonishment.†9 more stupefy → stupefied:made unable to think; or completely surprised Show general definition make one unable to think; or to completely surprise
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tempestviolent storm The ship struggled to navigate through the raging tempest.more Show sample from book A sort of tempest arose on the 3rd of November, the squall knocking the vessel about with fury, and the waves running high.†8 more a violent commotion or disturbance Show general definition a violent commotion or disturbance -- especially a violent storm or emotional outburst Show editor's word notes The expression tempest in a teapot describes people as being upset over an unimportant matter.
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conveytransport I was ordered to convey her to London.more Show sample from book Dinner over, the coach which was to convey the passengers and their luggage to the station drew up to the door.7 more Show general definition for convey (as in: convey her safely to) transport Show editor's word notes Today, this sense of convey is seldom seen outside of historic literature.
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attaingain or reach something with effort She was the first woman to attain the rank of general.more Show sample from book It was not enough to reach the walls; an opening in them must be accomplished, and to attain this purpose the party only had their pocket-knives.†4 more Show general definition to gain or reach something with effort
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consulatean official government office in another country After her passport was stolen, she went to the U.S. consulate to get emergency travel papers.more Show sample from book And where is the consulate?7 more a diplomat appointed by a government to live in a foreign country and help its citizens visiting that country; or the offices of that person and assistants Show general definition the offices where a consul works; or a consul (a diplomat appointed by a government to live in a foreign country, help its citizens visiting that country, and protect its commercial interests there)
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sumptuousmagnificent The guests were treated to a sumptuous feast, with an array of delicious dishes and desserts.more Show sample from book Some Brahmins, clad in all the sumptuousness of Oriental apparel, and leading a woman who faltered at every step, followed.†3 more sumptuous → sumptuousness:magnificent (impressively wonderful) -- often indicating something expensive Show general definition magnificent (impressively wonderful) -- often indicating something expensive
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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 As for his antagonists, they seemed much agitated; not so much by the value of their stake, as because they had some scruples about betting under conditions so difficult to their friend.†2 more antagonist → antagonists:people who offer opposition or are hostile Show general definition for antagonist (as in: the antagonist in the film) someone who offers opposition or is hostile
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ensconcedsettled comfortably She moved to New York for college and has been happily ensconced in the city ever since.more Show sample from book Phileas Fogg, snugly ensconced in his corner, did not open his lips.†3 more settled comfortably; OR hidden or safely settled in a location Show general definition settled comfortably; or hidden or safely settled in a location
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taciturnwith a tendency to be reserved and not to talk She is taciturn by nature, but people like her once they get to know her.more Show sample from book Mr. Fogg was as calm and taciturn as ever.2 more reserved and uncommunicative Show general definition with a tendency to be reserved and not to talk Show editor's word notes Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice): Consider using reticent rather than taciturn when the reluctance to talk is brought on by a particular situation rather than being a general disposition.
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impelimpel → impelled:drove The desire to make a difference in the world impelled her to pursue a career in medicine.more Show sample from book But necessity impelled him, nevertheless, to renew his acquaintance with the worthy servant, as will be seen.†2 more impel → impelled:to make someone feel they must do something Show general definition to make someone feel they must do something