A Vampire's Assistant — Vocabulary
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summonsummon → summoned:called to come I was summoned to the principal's office.more Show sample from book "Excuse me," I said, summoning all my courage, "but why do you call them Little People?"3 more summon → summoning:calling forth (from within) Show general definition to call to appear, come, or take action -- often used for official or serious situations, including legal notices or emotional/spiritual urges
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intrigueintrigue → intrigued:interested, curious, or fascinated She was intrigued by his surprising comment.more Show sample from book I was really intrigued by Mr. Tiny and his Little People.1 more intrigue → intrigued:fascinated (or interested) Show general definition for intrigue (as in: she was intrigued) cause to be interested, curious, or fascinated
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agonyintense suffering She was in agony from a toothache.more Show sample from book Everybody in the game knew the difference between a yell of pain and a scream of real agony.2 more intense feelings of suffering Show general definition intense feelings of suffering -- can be from mental or physical pain
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dominatecontrol Democrats dominate the committee.more Show sample from book I had a great time for a while, dominating play, rushing back to defend, picking players out with pinpoint passes. dominate → dominating:controlling Show general definition to control; or to be most influential, powerful, abundant, important, or conspicuous
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essencedefining quality Her speech captured the essence of what the movement was really about.more Show sample from book When we drink small amounts of blood, we do not take any of a person's essence.1 more most important part (that is needed to be who they are) Show general definition the defining or most important quality of something or: a extract that concentrates important qualities of something such as smell or taste
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hysteriastate of excessive, uncontrolled emotion We need to get past the hysteria and decide what to do.more Show sample from book In the middle of our fit of hysteria, the flap to the door of our tent was pulled aside by an inquisitive head, and Hans Hands entered.†1 more a state of excessive, uncontrollable emotion Show general definition a state of excessive, uncontrollable emotion Show editor's word notes In addition to being the adjective form of hysteria, the form hysterical can also indicate that something is exceedingly funny (leading to uncontrollable laughter)
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virusa tiny organism that causes disease The common cold is caused by a virus.more Show sample from book She'd picked up a virus, and Evra had to stay in to look after her.1 more a submicroscopic organism that causes disease Show general definition for virus (as in: Covid 19 virus) a tiny infectious agent that causes disease by invading living cells and using them to make more copies of itself Show editor's word notes Although viruses contain genetic material, they can only reproduce by hijacking the reproductive machinery of a cell they invade.
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accommodateaccommodate → accommodates:adjusts for (different needs) She accommodates different learning styles.more Show sample from book "I think they'd be quite happy to accommodate you," Mr. Tall said drily. help Show general definition for accommodate (as in: moved to accommodate her) adjust something to provide for a need; or help
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deceptiondeceiving or misleading The law is intended to defeat denial and deception strategies.more Show sample from book It can be a deceptive monster.† deception → deceptive:misleading Show general definition the act of lying to or misleading someone; or something that misleads
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virtualvirtual → virtually:almost completely She was virtually broke.more Show sample from book I can grow back virtually any part of my body. Except my head. virtual → virtually:to almost be so, but not so strictly speaking Show general definition for virtual (as in: virtual organization) to almost be something; or to effectively be something without entirely being it in a traditional sense
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solemnvery serious He took a solemn oath.more Show sample from book Living with real circus freaks, traveling the world, privy to solemn and magnificent secrets. serious Show general definition in a very serious (and often dignified) manner
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somberserious and cheerless Before she said anything, I knew it was bad news from her somber face.more Show sample from book "I came as soon as I could," the vampire said somberly, turning my head gently to the left and right, examining the damage. somber → somberly:solemnly (in a manner that is serious--not cheerful or lighthearted) Show general definition for somber (as in: a somber mood) serious (without cheer or lightheartedness); or sad
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colleaguefellow worker -- especially in a respected profession such as teaching, medicine, or law My colleague suggested a different approach.more Show sample from book When your colleague-in-blood arises" — he meant Mr. Crepsley — "you're free to spend the night with him if he so desires.† fellow worker
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resignation(accepted) something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils It wasn't her first choice, but she accepted it with resignation.more Show sample from book ...didn't seem happy about the arrangement, but looked resigned. resignation → resigned:as though he had accepted something undesired as unavoidable Show general definition for resignation (as in: accepted it with resignation) acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils
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aurasurrounding feeling or atmosphere The place has an aura of romance.more Show sample from book I have searched for his aura many times.2 more paranormal: a radiant light surrounding a person that is said to be seen by those sensitive to another's life force Show general definition A distinctive quality, mood, or feeling that seems to surround a person, place, or thing; or, more literally, a glowing light shown around someone's head or body in spiritual or artistic images
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novelnew and original We're looking for novel marketing ideas.more Show sample from book There was a new novelty I hadn't seen before: a small model of Cormac Limbs.† novel → novelty:the quality of being new and original Show general definition for novel (as in: a novel situation) new and original -- typically something considered good
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compensatemake up She uses several techniques to help compensate for her dyslexia.more Show sample from book "You are stuck with me. If it is any compensation," he added, "I am none too fond of you, either." compensate → compensation:something that makes up for something else Show general definition for compensate (as in: she compensates with extra effort) make up for; or adjust for
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inquisitiveinterested in learning about things She is an inquisitive child who always asks questions.more Show sample from book In the middle of our fit of hysteria, the flap to the door of our tent was pulled aside by an inquisitive head, and Hans Hands entered.† interested in learning about things -- often asking many questions Show general definition interested in learning about things -- often asking many questions
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surrealseeming unreal It was as irrational and surreal as a dream.more Show sample from book Lords of the surreal. fantastic imagery, or combinations of things and events that don't go together Show general definition characterized by fantastic imagery, or combinations of things and events that don't go together
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assetsthings of value The University is one of the city's greatest assets.more Show sample from book I'd be an asset. assets → asset:something of value Show general definition for assets (as in: it's one of her best assets) a positive trait or thing of value in various senses, including: a positive trait -- as in "Her confidence is an asset in the job search." something highly valued -- as in "The University is one of the city's greatest assets." soldiers or military equipment -- as in "They moved assets into the contested area." a spy -- as in "She was the United States' most valuable asset in China." Show editor's word notes Assets are often contrasted to their opposite, liabilities.