Catching Fire — Vocabulary
Suzanne Collins
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tributepayment to someone so they will not harm you The Second Barbary War ended the American practice of paying tribute to pirates along the north coast of Africa.more Show sample from book But he did his job--more than his job--because for the first time in history, two tributes were allowed to win.97 more tribute → tributes:things given by a people to buy protection from another government Show context notes Editor's notes: In this book, tributes refers to the teenagers forced to play in the Hunger Games. Outside of this novel, tribute typically has other meanings. The general meaning upon which this book's usage is based refers to payment by one nation for protection by another; or payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence. In the book, tributes are sent from districts that lost a rebellion many decades ago. One boy and one girl from each of those districts is forced to play in the Hunger Games. Show general definition for tribute (as in: demanded they pay tribute) payment by one nation for protection by another; or: payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
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focusconcentrate I find that studying in the library helps me to focus.more Show sample from book I try to make out what he's saying, but I can't focus, so I just stare at his face, doing my best to hang on to my sanity.10 more Show general definition for focus (as in: Turn your focus to question #2.) to direct attention or effort toward a single thing; or the ability to do so without getting distracted
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focus#2into view (as an area of attention) The bridge collapse brought aging infrastructure into focus as a political issue.more Show sample from book Where are you?! I demand an answer from myself and slowly the world comes into focus.10 more view (a state where something can be seen clearly) Show general definition for focus (as in: bring into focus; or out of focus) a state where something has come into view or can be seen clearly; or an adjustment made to permit a clear view
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mentorsomeone who guides and advises another who is less experienced Each new employee is matched with a mentor.more Show sample from book As my mentor in the Games it was his duty to keep me alive.19 more Show general definition someone who guides and advises another who is less experienced; or the act of providing such guidance
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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 However, Haymitch's house, despite the care taken by the grounds-keeper, exudes an air of abandonment and neglect.6 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 I can tell that however much he denied it during the day, the aftereffects of hitting the force field have been significant.6 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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impactinfluence or effect She is studying the long-term impact of global warming on coastal areas.more Show sample from book She pulls out her schedule and begins to work out how the delay will impact every event for the rest of our lives.6 more Show general definition for impact (as in: her impact on foreign policy) influence or effect
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impact#2impact → impacted:collided with The meteor impacted the moon.more Show sample from book A whistling, the sound of an impact, the intake of breath from a crowd.6 more collision Show general definition for impact (as in: at the moment of impact) collision (when two objects collide or crash)
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subdueovercome and control She was threatening people with a knife, but police used a Taser to subdue her.more Show sample from book It took less than forty-eight hours to subdue the city.7 more defeat and bring under control Show general definition for subdue (as a verb as in: subdued the opposition) to control, prevent, or make less intense -- sometimes through force The exact meaning of subdue depends upon its context. For example: "subdued a nation" -- defeated militarily and brought under control "subdued the fever" -- made it less intense or defeated it "subdued her enthusiasm" -- made it less intense "subdued her fears" -- made them less intense or overcame them "subdued my emotions" -- kept them under control "subdued the crowd" -- quieted or controlled it
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subduedsoft (not bright) The rooms are decorated with a subdued color palette to evoke feelings of comfort.more Show sample from book The meal's subdued.7 more quiet (of low intensity) Show general definition for subdued (adjective as in: subdued colors or mood) not intense, or less active The exact meaning of subdued depends upon its context. For example: "subdued colors" -- not too bright (soft, not intense) "a subdued voice" -- quiet; perhaps whispered "a subdued mood" -- quiet and less active; perhaps a bit sad or thoughtful "subdued summer activity" -- less active or busy than normal
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rouserouse → roused:awakened A persistent knocking at the door finally roused her from her dreams.more Show sample from book It rouses Finnick as well.†9 more rouse → rouses:to awaken, make more active, or excite Show general definition to awaken, make more active, or excite
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consequenceconsequence → consequences:results Your decision will have three major consequences.more Show sample from book Because I outsmarted his sadistic Hunger Games, made the Capitol look foolish, and consequently undermined his control.1 more consequence → consequently:resultantly (as a result) 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 I may have set something of great consequence in motion.1 more importance or significance Show general definition for consequence (as in: of little consequence) importance or relevance
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positivepositive → positively:in a good or beneficial manner Lower interest rates positively affected home sales.†more Show sample from book And if there's any positive to the jabberjay attack, it's that it let us know where we are on the clock face again.1 more good Show general definition for positive (as in: had a positive effect) good or beneficial
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positive#2optimistic With a positive attitude and some effort, I'm sure we can make this work.more Show sample from book She finally had a decent year in the Games with Peeta and me, and now it's all broken down into a mess that even she can't put a positive spin on.1 more optimistic (focusing on good things) Show general definition for positive (as in: a positive attitude) optimistic (expecting or focusing on good things); or agreeable
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avertavert → averted:turned away She averted her eyes from the violence on TV.more Show sample from book "But not the way I wanted it to," he says, averting his glance.1 more avert → averting:turning away Show general definition for avert (as in: avert her eyes) turn away or aside -- often to turn your eyes away from something
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avert#2prevent We're hoping that today's negotiations will help us to avert a strike.more Show sample from book "Only you'll have to do even better if the uprisings are to be averted," he says.1 more avert → averted:prevented Show general definition for avert (as in: avert a strike) prevent from happening
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inconsistentnot the same at different times Her play is inconsistent. Sometimes she's unbeatable and other times she beats herself.more Show sample from book ...it's still not enough with the inconsistent availability and the ever-increasing price of food.1 more not reliable (not the same at different times) Show general definition not the same in different parts or at different times or: not in agreement [with something else]
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precedentan example from a prior time that justifies the belief If the looters are not punished, it will set a precedent that others can loot with impunity.more Show sample from book There is no precedent for what Peeta has done.†1 more an example from a prior time Show general definition for precedent (as in: sets a precedent) an example from a prior time -- typically used to justify similar occurrences at a later time (especially a judicial decision)
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dissentdisagreement The Alien and Sedition Acts were attempts to silence early political dissent in America.more Show sample from book Even without our personal speeches to trigger dissent ... you can feel something in the air, the rolling boil of a pot about to run over.1 more disagreement and unrest Show general definition to disagree; or disagreement or conflict -- typically between people who cooperate, and often with official or majority beliefs Show editor's word notes A Supreme Court dissenting opinion is a written opinion that represents the beliefs of one or more justices who disagreed with the majority.