The Elite — Vocabulary
Kiera Cass
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Exemplary sample	Uses	ACT/SAT
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genuinegenuine → genuinely:sincerely I am genuinely sorry for what I did.more Show sample from book I'd been giving Marlee piano lessons nearly every day for more than a week, and it genuinely sounded like she was getting worse.†p.25.311 more genuine → genuinely:really Show general definition real (as when a person is sincere or an object is not a replica or fake)
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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 She added the last words quickly, catching herself in the middle of implying that Maxon would be my choice.†p.11.43 more imply → implying:suggesting (saying indirectly) Show general definition to suggest or say indirectly -- possibly as a logical consequence
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conveycommunicate or express She dresses to convey a sense of a successful, no-nonsense woman.more Show sample from book The look on her face conveyed her disgust.†p.113.53 more convey → conveyed:communicated or expressed
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contradictdisagree with Does the sentence contradict the main claim of the essay?more Show sample from book "You're not done, America," he contradicted me quickly, his stance saying as much as his words.†p.260.12 more contradict → contradicted:disagreed Show general definition disagree in various senses, including: to say something is not true -- as in "She contradicted his testimony." to say something else is true when both can't be true -- as in "I don't believe her. She contradicted herself as she told us what happened." to be in conflict with -- as in "Her assertions contradict accepted scientific principles."
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intrusionunwelcome involvement It is an unnecessary government intrusion into private affairs.more Show sample from book My maids probably wouldn't have noticed it; and if they had, they never would have intruded on my privacy.†p.118.35 more intrusion → intruded:interrupted or involved oneself without welcome Show general definition an involvement or interruption that is unwelcome
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distinctdifferent Martinez and his colleagues identified 21 distinct emotions made by the human face.more Show sample from book Sometime later, I heard the distinct sound of footsteps.†p.164.12 more clear, easily noticed, and/or identifiable as different or separate Show general definition clear, easily noticed, and/or identifiable as different or separate
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intimidateintimidate → intimidated:made afraid (of being inadequate) I was intimidated on my first day at the job, but I'm comfortable now.more Show sample from book It was incredibly intimidating.†p.145.94 more intimidate → intimidating:making fearful Show general definition to cause fear, nervousness, or a sense of inadequacy
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anxietynervousness She suffers from more than the usual pre-test anxiety.more Show sample from book She kept stopping and rubbing her forehead as if she could smooth away the anxiety in her face.†p.86.62 more nervousness or worry Show general definition nervousness or worry
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fidgetfidget → fidgeting:making small restless movements The child is always fidgeting in his seatmore Show sample from book I fidgeted, uncertain of what to say.†p.102.14 more fidget → fidgeted:made small restless movements Show general definition to make small restless movements
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acquireobtain (get) Children acquire language at an amazing rate.more Show sample from book Celeste was stumbling up the marble steps, and Natalie had acquired some poor guard's hat.†p.83.12 more acquire → acquired:obtained (came into possession of) Show general definition obtain (come into the possession of something)
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disposedispose → disposed:placed Troops were disposed strategically along the northern border.more Show sample from book Silvia claimed she would be at our disposal, but I had a feeling asking for help would make her think we couldn't do a good enough job on our own, so that was out.p.145.22 more dispose → disposal:command 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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essentialnecessary Water is essential for all forms of life.more Show sample from book And Mr. Woodwork has essentially stolen property of the royal family through his relations with Miss Tames!†p.91.11 more essential → essentially:basically (in all important respects; or relating to the basic nature of something) Show general definition necessary or important; or a basic and defining part of something
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poisecomposure (calm confidence -- even when under pressure) She has great charm and great poise.more Show sample from book While a romantic idea at heart, some say it's unfair to force princes to marry women beneath them, though no one can deny the absolute poise and beauty of our current queen, Amberly Station Schreave.†p.124.93 more calm, confident, and in control Show general definition calm, confident, and in control—especially in movement, behavior, or when ready to act
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regalsuitable for royalty She entered the room with regal dignity.more Show sample from book We tried to be the lovely, regal young women Silvia wanted us to, but the second Kriss's and Marlee's parents made it through the doorway, it all fell apart.†p.50.13 more so fine, magnificent, or dignified as to be suitable for a king or queen… Show general definition so fine, magnificent, or dignified as to be suitable for a king or queen; or belonging to a king or queen
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engrossedwith all attention focused She was so engrossed in her conversation; she didn't realize the bell had rung.more Show sample from book The women were all still engrossed with the experience, with the queen herself, and no one seemed to notice us.†p.65.62 more Show general definition for engrossed (as in: engrossed in the book) with all attention focused
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demuremodest and quiet She gave a demure smile and lowered her eyes when the teacher praised her.more Show sample from book Her silken dress was an exaggeration of the demure ones she tended to favor.†p.68.41 more modest, quiet, and shy; OR pretending such in a playful way Show general definition modest, quiet, and shy; or pretending such in a playful way
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appeasesatisfy or pacify (bring peace and calm among) The President is thought to have made the statement to appease the party faithful.more Show sample from book After I announce the dismissal tomorrow, that will appease the public and my father, but I don't want to rush you at all.†p.80.81 more satisfy or pacify (make less angry or upset) Show general definition satisfy or pacify (make less angry or upset) -- typically by giving something wanted Show editor's word notes For example, a salesperson might give a discount coupon to appease an angry customer; or you might grab a quick snack to appease your hunger.
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palpablesubstantial The tension in the room was palpable.more Show sample from book His relief was palpable.†p.101.91 more very apparent Show general definition very apparent (so strong, it almost seems to take a material form that can be touched) Show editor's word notes "Palpable" is frequently used to describe the intensity of an emotion shared between people who can see each other. The implication is that the emotion is so strong, it almost takes a material form that can be touched.
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jovialcheerful and friendly She walked in with a jovial smile.more Show sample from book "I like your costume," he said jovially.†p.69.31 more jovial → jovially:cheerfully and friendly
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condolencecondolence → condolences:expressions of sympathy They sent their condolences.more Show sample from book When the soldiers had shown up at her door with a letter and a flag and their meaningless condolences, she'd caved in on herself.†p.34.61 more condolence → condolences:expression of sympathy Show general definition an expression of sympathy to another who is in sorrow -- typically in grief over a death in the family