Remember the Ladies — Vocabulary
Abigail Adams
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establishestablish → 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 That your sex are naturally tyrannical is a truth so thoroughly established as to admit of no dispute; but such of you as wish to be happy willingly give up the harsh title of master for the more tender and endearing one of friend. establish → established:demonstrated or proved 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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sufficientadequate (enough) We have sufficient supplies.more Show sample from book The town in general is left in a better state than we expected; more owing to a precipitate flight than any regard to the inhabitants; though some individuals discovered a sense of honor and justice, and have left the rent of the houses in which they were, for the owners, and the furniture unhurt, or, if damaged, sufficient to make it good.† adequate (enough -- often without being more than is needed) Show general definition adequate (enough -- often without being more than is needed)
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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 Surely the very fiends feel a reverential awe for virtue and patriotism, whilst they detest the parricide and traitor.† revere → reverential: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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principlebelief I accept as a basic principle that all people are precious and should be treated with equal dignity.more Show sample from book Of this I am certain, that it is not founded upon that generous and Christian principle of doing to others as we would that others should do unto us.† basic rule or belief Show general definition a basic rule or belief The exact meaning of principle can depend upon its context. For example: "our guiding principles" -- basic moral beliefs that guide decisions and behavior "electromagnetic principles" -- rules describing how the world works "She lacks principles." -- lacks moral guidelines "We agree in principle." -- about important basic beliefs
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habitathabitat → habitats:the type of environment in which an organism or group normally lives They are endangered due to destruction of their rainforest habitats.more Show sample from book We knew not then whether we could plant or sow with safety, whether where we had tilled we could reap the fruits of our own industry, whether we could rest in our own cottages or whether we should be driven from the seacoast to seek shelter in the wilderness but now we feel a temporary peace, and the poor fugitives are returning to their deserted habitations.†
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tyrannya form of government where some people control others in a harsh, unfair manner The U.S. constitution was designed with checks and balances and limited government to protect Americans from tyranny.more Show sample from book That your sex are naturally tyrannical is a truth so thoroughly established as to admit of no dispute; but such of you as wish to be happy willingly give up the harsh title of master for the more tender and endearing one of friend.† tyranny → tyrannical:harsh and unjust Show general definition harsh and unjust rule
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fugitivefugitive → fugitives:people hiding from law enforcement officers She is one of the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives.more Show sample from book We knew not then whether we could plant or sow with safety, whether where we had tilled we could reap the fruits of our own industry, whether we could rest in our own cottages or whether we should be driven from the seacoast to seek shelter in the wilderness but now we feel a temporary peace, and the poor fugitives are returning to their deserted habitations.† Show general definition for fugitive (as in: she is a fugitive) someone who is running away or hiding to avoid arrest or an unpleasant situation
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abominableexceptionally bad She described the abominable treatment of prisoners.more Show sample from book Others have committed abominable ravages.† exceptionally bad or detestable Show general definition exceptionally bad or intensely disliked
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accustomaccustom → accustomed to:used to (have adapted to and have an expectation of) In the United States we're accustomed to forming our own opinion about the promises of advertisements and politicians.more Show sample from book I have sometimes been ready to think that the passion for liberty cannot be equally strong in the breasts of those who have been accustomed to deprive their fellow-creatures of theirs.† accustom → accustomed to:used to (adapted to something, so it seems normal) Show general definition to make someone used to something (used to is an expression that means someone has adapted to something, so it does not seem unusual) Show editor's word notes In professional environments, you may make a better impression by saying one is accustomed to something rather than one is used to something.
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deprivedeprive → deprived:left without a basic comfort The storm deprived the town of electricity.more Show sample from book I have sometimes been ready to think that the passion for liberty cannot be equally strong in the breasts of those who have been accustomed to deprive their fellow-creatures of theirs.† to take away or keep from having Show general definition to take away or keep from having
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ravageravage → ravaged:destroyed or badly damaged Flames ravaged their home.more Show sample from book Others have committed abominable ravages.† ravage → ravages:destroys or damages Show general definition to destroy or damage; or damaging effects
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detestdetest → detests:dislikes intensely She detests politicians who make promises they don't keep.more Show sample from book Surely the very fiends feel a reverential awe for virtue and patriotism, whilst they detest the parricide and traitor.† dislike intensely Show general definition dislike intensely
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inquireask about or look into Students should contact our office to inquire about scholarship opportunities.more Show sample from book You inquire of me whether I am making saltpetre.† ask about or look into something Show general definition to ask about or look into something
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parisha local church community or in some places including Louisiana: a jurisdiction of government like a county Are we talking about a governmental or a religious parish?more Show sample from book I have heard of some others in the other parishes.† parish → parishes:a local church community…
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providenceluck; or God's plan On the eve of battle, he prayed that providence was in our favor.more Show sample from book Men of sense in all ages abhor those customs which treat us only as the vassals of your sex; regard us then as beings placed by Providence under your protection, and in imitation of the Supreme Being make use of that power only for our happiness.† resulting from God's intervention or plan; or lucky Show general definition for providence (as in: divine providence) resulting from God's intervention or plan; or lucky -- especially with regard to when something happened
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acquisitionobtaining (in this case, understanding of words) From the fifth grade onward, most vocabulary acquisition occurs incidentally while reading.more Show sample from book I look upon it as a new acquisition of property—a property which one month ago I did not value at a single shilling, and would with pleasure have seen it in flames.† obtaining; or possession Show general definition obtaining possession of something; or the thing possessed
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abhorabhor → abhors:hates She abhors violence.more Show sample from book Men of sense in all ages abhor those customs which treat us only as the vassals of your sex; regard us then as beings placed by Providence under your protection, and in imitation of the Supreme Being make use of that power only for our happiness.† hate or detest Show general definition to hate or detest something Show editor's word notes Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice): As compared to "hate", "despise", or "loathe", "abhor" is often chosen to indicate moral revulsion.
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impunityexemption or freedom from punishment The corrupt official acted with impunity, believing that his position of power would protect him from any consequences.more Show sample from book Why, then, not put it out of the power of the vicious and the lawless to use us with cruelty and indignity with impunity?† exemption or freedom from punishment or loss Show general definition exemption or freedom from punishment or loss
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fomentstir up or encourage The article accused the politician of trying to foment division.more Show sample from book If particular care and attention is not paid to the ladies, we are determined to foment a rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any laws in which we have no voice or representation.† to stir up or encourage strong feelings Show general definition to stir up or encourage strong feelings -- especially anger, unrest, or rebellion
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adieugoodbye She whispered a quiet adieu as she turned to leave.more Show sample from book Adieu.† Show general definition a farewell remark (an alternative to goodbye) Show editor's word notes Adieu is typically more formal than bye. It comes from the French, à Dieu which literally means "to God" — as in I entrust you to God's care.