The Darkest Minds — Vocabulary
Alexandra Bracken
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directwithout intervention from anything (in this case, not sun that is partially blocked or reflected) This flower does best in direct sunlight.more Show sample from book I leaned my forehead against the cool glass, reaching over to point the AC vent directly at my face.p.178.611 more direct → directly:straight (exactly where stated; used for emphasis) Show general definition for direct (as in: directly above; or buy direct) without anything in between -- whether in time, space, or involvement
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direct#2straightforward I left them with direct instructions.more Show sample from book There was also a short article on rioting that the reporter claimed was "the direct result of escalating tensions between the West and East government on new birth legislation."†p.123.911 more clear, straightforward, or to the point Show general definition for direct (as in: gave a direct answer) straightforward -- often clear, open, or blunt in speech or behavior
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infirmarysmall facility where patients receive treatment She felt ill and went to the infirmary.more Show sample from book They marched our lines through the camp toward the Infirmary for sorting.†p.15.916 more a small facility where patients receive treatment Show general definition a small facility where patients receive treatment -- such as a room or two at a school as contrasted to a busy hospital or medical clinic
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accordaccord → accordance:keeping She will get a fair trial in accordance with the law.more Show sample from book In accordance with New Order 15, President Gray issued an arrest warrant for all persons involved with this dangerous activity….p.77.75 more Show general definition for accord (as in: according to, or in accord with) in keeping with; or in agreement/harmony/unity with This meaning of accord is often seen in the form according to or accordingly where it can take on more specific meanings. For example: "According to Kim, ..." -- as stated by "To each according to her ability." -- based upon "Points are scored according to how well they perform." -- depending upon "The dose is calculated according to body weight." -- in proportion to "We got a flat tire. Accordingly, I pulled to the side of the road." -- because of what was just said; or as a result
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accord#2accord → own accord:own mind -- voluntarily (without anyone asking) She was not forced. She did it of her own accord.more Show sample from book The car rolled forward on its own accord and I panicked, slamming my foot down on what I thought was the brake pedal.p.119.15 more accord → own accord:own (on its own without anyone making it do so) Show general definition for accord (as in: done of her own accord) mind Show editor's word notes This sense of accord is typically seen in the form own accord or one accord.
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rehabilitaterestore to good condition She has been working to rehabilitate her reputation.more Show sample from book They had failed at rehabilitating the dangerous ones and hauled them off in the night, but the so-called "improvements" didn't stop there.†p.26.99 more rehabilitate → rehabilitating:restoring to good condition Show general definition to restore someone (or more rarely, something) to a state of good condition -- such as recovery from addiction, illness, prison, or poor reputation Show editor's word notes Rehab is sometimes used as an abbreviation for rehabilitation or a rehabilitation facility such as might be used to help someone recover from a drug addiction. Although rehabilitate can be used generally, it is typically replaced with refurbish when talking about buildings or machines, and with recuperate when talking about recovery from an illness.
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exasperatedgreatly annoyed She was exasperated by his teasing.more Show sample from book The girl glanced back over her shoulder at me, her expression somewhere between surprise and exasperation.†p.109.84 more exasperated → exasperation:great annoyance
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profounddeep or far-reaching in intellect or consequence She shared a profound way of thinking about the problem.more Show sample from book "In ten years from tomorrow, I'll be twenty." I don't know why I said it out loud. It was just this profound realization, and it had to be shared.p.289.11 more deep or far-reaching in consequence
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profound#2intense (of great emotional depth) Her apology was heartfelt--expressing profound sorrow and regret.more Show sample from book Liam didn't looked stressed so much as profoundly sad.p.268.51 more profound → profoundly:with greatest intensity or emotional depth Show general definition for profound (as in: profound sadness) of greatest intensity or emotional depth
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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 I didn't like to think of them as powers—that seemed to imply they were something to celebrate.†p.85.32 more suggest (say indirectly) Show general definition to suggest or say indirectly -- possibly as a logical consequence
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disposethrow away (get rid of) How will they dispose of the waste?more Show sample from book If it were possible, the car looked worse than before—like a toy that someone had wedged down the sink and run through the garbage disposal.p.124.91 more dispose → disposal:to throw away Show general definition for dispose (as in: dispose of the waste) to throw away
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dispose#2dispose → disposed:placed Troops were disposed strategically along the northern border.more Show sample from book There were books and music and a TV at my disposal, which meant I never once had the opportunity to be bored.p.375.61 more dispose → disposal:available for use Show general definition for dispose (as in: disposed the troops along...) the arrangement, positioning, or use of things Show editor's word notes This sense of dispose can be used in the form disposal to indicate that a person can use something as they wish -- as in:<ul><li>I am at your disposal.</li><li>She has many assets at her disposal.</li></ul>
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subtlemaking use of slight distinctions She used subtle reasoning to expose the absurdity of his argument.more Show sample from book There was a subtle limp to her walk, maybe, but if I hadn't known what had happened, I would have just assumed she was coming in from a long afternoon of working in the Garden.p.33.83 more not obvious, but noticeable if you look carefully Show general definition for subtle (as in: a subtle difference or thinker) not obvious, but noticeable with enough insight and knowledge or: able to notice or understand things that require insight and sensitivity
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agendaa list of items to be discussed at a meeting Everyone received a copy of the agenda the day before the meeting.more Show sample from book "I promise I'll put it on the agenda at our camp meeting next month," Clancy said with one of his smiles.p.371.91 more list of items to discuss at a meeting
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agenda#2list of objectives Slowing climate change is at the top of their agenda.more Show sample from book They have their own agenda, and if they plucked you out of camp, it means they have a plan for you.p.112.71 more Show general definition for agenda (as in: has his own agenda) a list of objectives; or an overriding goal or plan
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antiseptica substance used to clean wounds because it prevents infection by killing harmful micro-organisms such as bacteria I washed the wound and then used alcohol as an antiseptic.more Show sample from book The smell of antiseptic and peroxide flooded the air, and I knew exactly where I was.†p.38.13 more a substance that prevents infection by killing harmful micro-organisms;… Show general definition a substance that prevents infection by killing harmful micro-organisms; or (as an adjective) describing something very clean and free of germs
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lethargiclacking energy I'm hoping a cold iced tea will help me get past this lethargic feeling.more Show sample from book Even my hands seemed lethargic, my fingers stiff as pencils.†p.28.61 more Show general definition lacking energy
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coalitionmade up of different political groups working together They formed a coalition government.more Show sample from book Our sources indicate that President Gray and his cabinet believe this to be the work of the Federal Coalition.†p.211.62 more a political group made up of different groups working together Show general definition a political group made up of different groups working together
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qualmsfeelings of uneasiness She has no qualms about doing whatever it takes to win.more Show sample from book Whoever was doing it this time had no qualms about dropping a knee onto my back, along with their entire weight.†p.322.11 more Show general definition feelings of uneasiness -- especially about whether it is right to do something
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iconicon → icons:graphic symbols used to indicate a concept People recognize well-known icons more quickly than they recognize well-known words.more Show sample from book Only the icon for the Internet was left, sitting in the middle of the screen.p.457.41 more a graphic image or symbol on the computer screen that will run a program when clicked Show general definition for icon (as in: computer icon) a small image or symbol on a screen that represents a program, file, or function