City of Fallen Angels — Vocabulary
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mundaneordinary -- possibly boring I'm going to have to spend all of Saturday running errands and doing mundane chores.†more Show sample from book She was a mundane, she'd been a stranger, there'd been no sense in wanting her.†10 more ordinary or lacking interest or excitement Show general definition ordinary or lacking interest or excitement -- possibly to the point of being boring or more rarely: belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly
	8	top 2000
inquireask about or look into Students should contact our office to inquire about scholarship opportunities.more Show sample from book "Is this going to take a long time?" he inquired, gazing pointedly down at his cell phone, which told him the time was after ten thirty.†7 more inquire → inquired:asked about or looked into Show general definition to ask about or look into something
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bewilderconfuse Some of their customs can bewilder travelers.more Show sample from book She looked at him, bewildered.†5 more bewilder → bewildered:confused Show general definition to confuse someone
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agonyintense suffering She was in agony from a toothache.more Show sample from book I was in agony, and not just because of that.†6 more Show general definition intense feelings of suffering -- can be from mental or physical pain
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presumepresume → presumed:assumed I presumed she was an expert since she spoke so confidently.more Show sample from book "She left her phone in the pocket of my jacket," Jace said, patting his right side, where, presumably, the phone was stashed.4 more presume → presumably:probably Show context notes The suffix "-ably" is a combination of the suffixes "-able" and "-ly". It means in a manner that is capable of being. This is the same pattern you see in words like agreeably, favorably, and comfortably. Show general definition for presume (as in: presumption of innocence) to think of something as true or likely, even though it is not known with certainty Show editor's word notes Something can be presumed because it seems reasonable or because there is a rule or law demanding such an assumption. For example, in the United States someone charged with a crime is presumed by law to be innocent unless they are proven guilty at a trial.
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incredulousdifficult to believe I find it incredulous that you believe she is sincere.more Show sample from book She looked at him incredulously.†4 more incredulous → incredulously:with disbelief; or with difficulty accepting something so unexpected Show general definition unbelieving; or having difficulty accepting something so unexpected
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coincidencea situation where things happened at the same time by chance even though it was unlikely It was a pure coincidence that both got sick the same weekend.more Show sample from book Or is it just an amazing coincidence that you happened to be on the roof of a building I was walking by when I got attacked?†5 more Show general definition a situation where two things happened at the same time or in the same way by chance even though it was unlikely
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exasperatedgreatly annoyed She was exasperated by his teasing.more Show sample from book She tossed the sketchpad onto the blanket with a sigh of exasperation and pulled her knees up, looking down at him.†3 more exasperated → exasperation:great annoyance
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implyimply → implied:hinted or suggested She wouldn't make a direct statement, but she implied that she supported our position.more Show sample from book There was nothing overtly hostile in his demeanor, and yet everything about him implied a clear threat.†1 more imply → implied:suggested (said indirectly) Show general definition to suggest or say indirectly -- possibly as a logical consequence
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wistfulwistful → wistfully:showing longing or unfulfilled desire Sitting in her wheelchair, the old woman looked wistfully at the young dancers.more Show sample from book But Jace didn't seem to think so; he smiled wistfully and said, "l'amor the move it sole e l'altre stelle."†4 more wistful → wistfully:with longing or unfulfilled desire
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wrathextreme anger She could hardly contain her wrath when she learned he had betrayed her.more Show sample from book You are one of his own, a vampire, but you cannot be harmed or killed; he cannot lift a finger against you without bringing down God's wrath on his head.†4 more Show general definition extreme anger or angry punishment
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bizarreexceedingly unusual The paparazzi love her bizarre outfits and behavior.more Show sample from book They were a sort of bizarre amalgam of millionaires—people who never had to consider the petty parts of life, like how to shop for food, or use MetroCard machines in the subway—and soldiers, with their rigid self-discipline and constant training.†4 more exceedingly odd or unusual Show general definition for bizarre (as in: is bizarre) exceedingly odd or unusual
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dubiousquestionable or unreliable The theory is based on dubious evidence that hasn’t been verified.more Show sample from book "I don't know if you're going to love this one," he said dubiously, and filled her in quickly on the situation.†2 more dubious → dubiously:doubtfully or suspiciously Show general definition doubtful, questionable, or suspicious -- especially in a way that makes something seem unreliable, improper, or uncertain doubtful in various senses, including: questionable or doubtful that something should be relied upon -- as in "The argument relies on a dubious assumption." suspicious or doubtful that something is morally proper -- as in "The company is accused of using dubious sales practices to influence minors." bad or of questionable value -- as in "The state has the dubious distinction of the highest taxes." uncertain or doubtful -- as in "She is dubious about making the change."
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luminousshining The sky was luminous with stars.more Show sample from book She looked up at him with luminous eyes.†3 more glowing or shining… Show general definition glowing or shining (also used metaphorically to describe beauty or intelligence)
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subjugatesubjugate → subjugation:forced submission to another's dominance The essay discusses that era's subjugation of women in a male-dominated world.more Show sample from book Subjugates worship their masters, and love serving them.†19 more subjugate → subjugates:forces into submission Show general definition to force into submission in various senses, including: when a people are defeated in battle and oppressed -- as in "The Romans subjugated most of Europe." when something is treated as less important than something else -- as in "subjugate the desires of the individual to the desires of the state," or "subjugate instinct to reason"
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imperiousarrogant She dismissed the matter with an imperious wave of her hand.more Show sample from book Maryse's tone was imperious.†2 more expecting obedience; OR arrogant; OR domineering Show general definition expecting obedience; or arrogant; or domineering
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begrudgeresent (feel bitter about) I don't begrudge her making a profit, but this is unreasonable.more Show sample from book He had lived so long not knowing who—or even what—he really was, she could hardly begrudge him the careful alphabetization of his poetry collection.†1 more resent; or give unwillingly Show general definition to resent (feel bitterness--usually over unfairness); or to give unwillingly
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bravadoboldness and courage The fighter's bravado amused the crowd, even though everyone knew he was outmatched.more Show sample from book He was pale now, his bravado gone; his hands, clenched into fists, were white at the knuckles.†1 more a bold manner or show of bravery -- often hiding fear or insecurity Show general definition a bold manner or show of bravery -- often hiding fear or insecurity
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defiledefile → defiled:polluted They defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it.more Show sample from book Suddenly all she wanted was to get out of there, out of the yellow-lit room, away from the smell of death and the tiny defiled body lying still on its slab.†1 more defile → defiled:spoiled the beauty or purity of something Show general definition to spoil the beauty or purity of something in various senses, including: pollute a pristine lake harm a reputation or good name damage or disrespect something sacred take a person's virginity in a disrespectful way
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edificea building -- especially a large one The corporation was housed in an imposing edifice.more Show sample from book Most of the edifices lining the drive were expensive apartment buildings, with doormen in livery waiting inside.†1 more edifice → edifices:a building or structure Show general definition a building or structure -- especially a large one or: a conceptual or organizational framework