economics
She's likable, but I won't vote for her because of her leanings in economics.†
economics = the study of how limited resources are allocated in an attempt to satisfy unlimited wants
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
immigrate
About 1 of each 8 people in the United States immigrated from somewhere else.
immigrated = came to live (from another country)
Definition
Generally immigrate means:come to live in a new country
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| Library | 20 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
emigrate
Many people had to emigrate during the Nazi period
emigrate = leave a country of residence to move to another country
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
domestic
2 meanings
as in:
the domestic market
The department is responsible for studying all the domestic species of animals and plants.
domestic = relating to a home country
or (much more rarely,): relating to a geographic area that is smaller than a country
or (much more rarely,): relating to a geographic area that is smaller than a country
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
as in:
GDP of the United States
We're hoping GDP growth of 4% will increase the number of available jobs.
GDP = the total value of goods and services produced by a country in a year (Gross Domestic Product)
Definition
Generally this sense of gross domestic product means:the total value of goods and services produced by a nation (or territory) in a year
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
capital
She worked hard to raise capital to start their new company.
capital = cash (or more generally, material wealth — especially assets available for use in the production of further assets)
Definition
Generally this sense of capital means:material wealth — especially assets available for use in the production of further assets
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
resolve
4 meanings
as in:
I resolved to stop drinking.
This year I resolved to lose a pound a week for 5 weeks.
resolved = decided
Definition
Generally this sense of resolve means:to decide — typically a firm or formal decision
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| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
This committee hereby resolves...
The Security Council resolved that all parties should work together for the successful implementation of the National Peace Accords.
resolved = voiced an opinion by formal group vote
Definition
Generally this sense of resolve means:make a decision or voice an opinion by formal group vote
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| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
Her resolve weakened.
She never waivered in her resolve to attend a good college.
resolve = determination (firmness of purpose)
Definition
Generally this sense of resolve means:firmness of purpose (strong determination to do something)
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
How did you resolve the problem?
Three of the five issues have already been resolved.
resolved = settled or solved
Definition
Generally this sense of resolve means:to solve a problem or settle a disagreement
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| Library | 8 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
dispute
2 meanings
as in:
their border dispute
The area has long been a source of dispute between India and Pakistan.
dispute = disagreement
Definition
Generally this sense of dispute means:disagreement, argument, or conflict
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
She disputes his claim.
She disputes her landlord's claim that the music was that loud.
disputes = challenges
Definition
Generally this sense of dispute means:challenge, argue about, or fight over
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
resolution
3 meanings
as in:
a United Nations resolution
The United Nations passed a resolution condemning the country's use of chemical weapons.
resolution = a formal statement of opinion
Definition
Generally this sense of resolution means:a formal statement of decision or opinion voted on by a group
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
as in:
Her resolution weakened.
She ran each mile of the marathon with increasing resolution.
resolution = determination
Definition
Generally this sense of resolution means:determination (firmness of purpose)
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
as in:
a dispute resolution fund
We anticipate a peaceful resolution to the dispute.
resolution = solution or outcome
Definition
Generally this sense of resolution means:a solution or outcome
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
appropriations bill
It is the first of the 12 appropriation bills.†
appropriation bills = a legislative motion which authorizes the government to spend money
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
parliament
Throughout Europe, parliaments are debating how much power to give to the European Union.
parliaments = a legislative assembly in certain countries (that can pass laws)
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
fiscal year
The federal government's fiscal year runs from October through September.†
fiscal year = any accounting period of 12 months chosen by an organization for regular annual reporting
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
doctrine
She argues that the action is protected under the separation-of-powers doctrine that is fundamental to the US Constitution.
doctrine = principle
Definition
Generally doctrine means:a belief (or system of beliefs or principles) accepted as authoritative by some group
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
uniform
A diverse committee will provide a better solution than a committee that is uniform.
uniform = the same (does not vary)
Definition
Generally this sense of uniform means:consistent (the same in some way)
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
assess
as in:
assess the situation
They assessed the property's value at $500,000.
assessed = considered and set
Definition
Generally this sense of assess means:consider something and make a judgment
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
democratic
It is a democratic country.†
democratic = relating to the principles of democracy or social equality
or more rarely: representing or appealing to the people at large (as in: "democratic taste")
or more rarely: representing or appealing to the people at large (as in: "democratic taste")
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
initiate
4 meanings
as in:
initiate discussions
The study concluded that women initiate divorce more frequently than men.
initiate = begin the process of
Definition
Generally this sense of initiate means:to cause (something) to begin
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
initiate into the art of drumming
That weekend, she was initiated into the art of fly fishing.
initiated = introduced (did it for the first time)
Definition
Generally this sense of initiate means:introduce to an activity or area of knowledge
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
initiate into the fraternity
The photo is from the ceremony when she was initiated into the sorority.
initiated = accepted into the group in a special ceremony
Definition
Generally this sense of initiate means:to accept someone's membership into an organization — typically in a ceremony — sometimes including a period of instruction and/or test
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
She is a new initiate.
Initiates will be formally accepted and presented at the ceremony on Friday.
initiates = new members
Definition
Generally this sense of initiate means:someone who has formally started in an organization, or been introduced to or attained some expertise in a particular field
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
intervene
as in:
intervened in the war
They do not like America to intervene in the Middle East.
intervene = get involved
Definition
Generally this sense of intervene means:get involved; or come between
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| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
adverse
She did an impressive job given the adverse circumstances.
adverse = working against one's interests
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
adversary
She is his greatest adversary.
adversary = opponent
Definition
Generally adversary means:an opponent
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
dynamic
2 meanings
as in:
a dynamic personality
a dynamic speaker†
dynamic = energetic and enthusiastic
Definition
Generally this sense of dynamic means:energetic and enthusiastic — often inspiring others
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
a dynamic system
A dynamic market rapidly adjusts to new technologies and shortages of resources.
dynamic = continually changing
Definition
Generally this sense of dynamic means:continually changing — typically in a good or adaptive way
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
Medicare
The cost of Medicare is expected to grow enormously because of the increased number of older Americans and the increased number of effective medical treatments developed each year.†
Medicare = a federally administered system of health insurance available to people once they turn 65 years of age (or suffer some kinds of disabilities)
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
Medicaid
Medicaid and education make up the bulk of the state budget.†
Medicaid = health care for the needy; a federally and state-funded program
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
assert
as in:
asserted her opinion that...
The defense also asserts that the defendant has no previous record of crime.
asserts = says
Definition
Generally this sense of assert means:to say that something is true — especially something disputed
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 100 |
metropolitan
in the metropolitan area†
metropolitan = relating to or characteristic of a large city
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
capitalism
Capitalism has helped to move millions of people out of poverty.
capitalism = an economic system based on private ownership of property and businesses, and on voluntary exchange in a competitive environment
Definition
Generally capitalism means:an economic system based on private ownership of property and businesses, and on voluntary exchange in a competitive environment — with the belief that voluntary exchanges harness inborn self-interest in millions of decisions that benefit society
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
socialism
She believes that more socialism would be more fair.
socialism = an economic system based on government ownership and control of all companies — with the ideal of equal benefits to all people
Definition
Generally socialism means:an economic system based on government ownership or control of all important companies — with the ideal of equal benefits to all people
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
diplomacy
She's not known for her diplomacy.†
diplomacy = the practice or skill of managing international relations or skillful management of relations in general
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
diplomatic
cannot be arrested because he enjoys diplomatic immunity†
diplomatic = considerate of others' concerns
Definition
Generally diplomatic means:considerate of others' concerns — often in a political context
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
plausible
She offered a plausible excuse.
plausible = sounding reasonable
Definition
Generally plausible means:apparently reasonable, but unproven
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
accommodate
as in:
the room can accommodate four
The lab can accommodate up to 30 students at one time.
accommodate = provide for
Definition
Generally this sense of accommodate means:provide (or have the ability to provide) for something desired or needed
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
inflation
The report shows inflation-adjusted dollars.†
inflation = a general and progressive increase in prices
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
deflation
Between 1930-1933 the United States rate of deflation was about 10 percent per year.†
deflation = a general decline in prices
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
indicate
These maps are drawn with north to the top unless otherwise indicated.
indicated = pointed out (shown)
Definition
Generally indicate means:to show (point out, demonstrate, express, or suggest)
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| Library | 40 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 10 |
liabilities
as in:
legal liability
They have legal liability for accidents caused by the defective tires.
liability = a legal obligation or responsibility
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
discriminate
as in:
suffered discrimination
We do not discriminate based on race, nationality, social status, age, gender, religion, or sexual preference.
discriminate = unfairly treat of different groups of people differently
Definition
Generally this sense of discriminate means:to treat people of different groups differently — especially unfair treatment due to race, religion or gender
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
approximate
The state has approximately as many Republicans as Democrats.
approximately = about
Definition
Generally approximate means:almost, but not exact; or similar
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| Library | 10 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
competent
She is a competent student and I have no doubt she will be a competent lawyer one day.
competent = sufficiently capable
Definition
Generally competent means:capable (able to do something in a generally satisfactory manner) — sometimes specifically to have legal capability
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| Library | 10 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
appropriate
as in:
it is appropriate
These clothes aren't appropriate for work.
appropriate = suitable (fitting)
Definition
Generally this sense of appropriate means:suitable (fitting) for a particular situation
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| Library | 28 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 100 |
fiscal policy
The Federal Reserve has little influence over fiscal policy.†
fiscal policy = the federal government's decisions about the amount of money it spends, collects in taxes, and borrows
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
monetary policy
Congress has little influence over monetary policy.†
monetary policy = decisions by a country's central bank influencing the nation's money supply — and thus influencing interest rates, inflation, exchange rates and even the level of unemployment
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
confront
You must confront your problems.
confront = deal directly with an unpleasant situation
Definition
Generally confront means:to deal directly with an unpleasant situation or person
or:
to challenge someone — often by presenting evidence
or:
to challenge someone — often by presenting evidence
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| Library | 27 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
transparent
as in:
transparent decision making
They promised a transparent budgetary process.
transparent = easily observable or understood
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
dominate
The defending World Champions dominated their unranked opponent.
dominated = controlled (were much more powerful than)
Definition
Generally dominate means:to control; or to be most influential, powerful, abundant, important, or conspicuous
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| Library | 17 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 100 |
presumption
as in:
presumption of innocence
I presumed she was an expert since she spoke so confidently.
presumed = assumed
Definition
Generally this sense of presumption means:to think of something as true or likely, even though it is not known with certainty
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| Library | 14 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
clandestine
She is involved in clandestine intelligence operations.
clandestine = secret or hidden
or:
done with or marked by hidden aims or methods
or:
done with or marked by hidden aims or methods
Definition
Generally clandestine means:secret; or conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
reconcile
as in:
reconciled their differences
She reconciled her checking account statement.
reconciled = brought into agreement (in this case, the statement from the bank with the record she kept in her check register)
Definition
Generally this sense of reconcile means:to bring into agreement
The exact meaning of reconcile can depend upon its context. For example:
- "We reconciled our differences and are on friendly terms now." — settled or found a way to accept
- "They did break up, but they reconciled since then." — made up
- "I need to reconcile my goals with my abilities." — make compatible
- "I need to reconcile my checkbook." — get the checkbook numbers and the bank statement to agree
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
Islam
Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia.
Islam = Muslim religion which is second most practiced in the world
Definition
Generally Islam means:the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran; the world's second most practiced religion
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| Library | 8 uses in 10 avg bks |
contrary
5 meanings
as in:
a contrary idea
The facts point to a contrary conclusion.
contrary = different (perhaps opposite or mutually exclusive)
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
a contrary personality
She has a contrary personality.
contrary = disagreeable
Definition
Generally this sense of contrary means:disagreeable — typically in reference to someone's personality
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
as in:
contrary to
Contrary to popular belief, the largest pyramid is in Mexico—not Egypt.
contrary to = in opposition to
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
as in:
on the contrary
She was not smiling. On the contrary, she frowned.
on the contrary = an expression used to intensify denial of an idea
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
as in:
to the contrary
What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say to the contrary.
to the contrary = with an opposite or different effect
Definition
Generally this sense of to the contrary means:with an opposite or different effect; or something with an opposite or different effect
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
non-governmental organization
NGOs have tremendous political clout.
NGOs = non-governmental organizations (private, non-profit organizations working for member goals at the international level)
Definition
Generally non-governmental organization means:private, non-profit organizations working for member goals at the international level — possibly through direct action, but especially by lobbying government officials
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
compliant
as in:
compliant with the law
The company was fined for not being regulation 4.3 compliant.
compliant = conforming to rules
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
compliance
Our policy is in compliance with the law.
compliance = to conform to rules or the wishes of others
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| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
Middle East
It is as likely as fair weather in southern California and unrest in the Middle East.†
Middle East = a region comprising the lands around the southern and eastern parts of the Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf (though there is no agreement on an exact to definition)
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| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
Palestine
The boundaries of Palestine have changed through history.
Palestine = a geographic region on the Eastern Coast of the Mediterranean in the Middle East, at various times comprising parts of modern Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, and Egypt
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
deploy
deploy troops along the eastern border†
deploy = place a resource or resources (such as troops or equipment) in position to take action
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| Library | 9 uses in 10 avg bks |
progressive
as in:
progressive decline
It is a progressive disease.
progressive = gradually getting more severe
Definition
Generally this sense of progressive means:gradually advancing or becoming more severe
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
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constraint
I will devote my full energy to the project, without constraint.
constraint = limitation
Definition
Generally constraint means:limitation (something that limits something else)
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 2000 |
implicit
3 meanings
as in:
not explicitly but implicitly
"Did she explicitly promise?"
"Well, I guess not explicitly, but nobody who was there could have missed the implicit promise."
"Well, I guess not explicitly, but nobody who was there could have missed the implicit promise."
implicit = understood (without having been directly said)
Definition
Generally this sense of implicit means:not stated directly, but understood (or capable of being understood) from something else
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
as in:
implicit problem with the design
This risk is implicit in your plan. We can work to minimize the danger, but it cannot be eliminated.
implicit = exists as an inseparable part or characteristic
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
as in:
I trust her implicitly.
Her team has implicit confidence in her decisions.
implicit = without question or doubt
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
judiciary
The constitution means what the judiciary says it means.
judiciary = the system of law courts that administer justice
Definition
Generally judiciary means:the system of law courts that administer justice; or the people in that system
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
9/11
Both 110-story buildings of the World Trade Center collapsed from the 9/11 attacks.
9/11 = September 11, 2001; when suicide bombers hijacked US airliners and used them as missiles to kill about 3,000 people
Definition
Generally 9/11 means:September 11, 2001; when Al Qaeda suicide bombers hijacked United States airliners and used them as bombs to destroy the World Trade Center in New York City and to attack the Pentagon; about 3,000 innocents (mostly civilians) were killed
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
Osama bin Laden
They suspect Osama bin Laden is hiding in the Pakistan mountains.†
Osama bin Laden = Arab terrorist who established al-Qaeda and was behind the 9/11 terrorists strikes (b. 1957)
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
allocate
allocate time and resources†
allocate = distribute or set apart for a special purpose
Definition
Generally allocate means:distribute according to a plan
or:
set apart for a special purpose
or:
set apart for a special purpose
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
liberate
She works to liberate the religious minority from persecution.
liberate = set free
Definition
Generally liberate means:to set free — as from prison, political oppression, persecution, expectations...
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| Library | 13 uses in 10 avg bks |
urban
want to revitalize the downtown and limit urban sprawl†
urban = relating to a city
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| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
suburban
She drives from her home in the suburbs to her office downtown.
suburbs = residential districts located on the outskirts of a city (near the city, but far from the center of it)
Definition
Generally suburban means:relating to a residential district located on the outskirts of a city (near the city, but far from the center of it)
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| Library | 17 uses in 10 avg bks |
jurisdiction
The state court has jurisdiction on this matter — not the federal court.
jurisdiction = the authority to apply the law
Definition
Generally jurisdiction means:the authority to make decisions or apply the law; or the territory subject to such authority
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
municipal
municipal government†
municipal = relating to a city or town
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
autonomy
The region wants greater autonomy from the central government.†
autonomy = political independence; or other freedom from outside control
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
emancipated
She was an emancipated 20th century woman pursuing her career.
emancipated = released from social restraints
(used as a metaphor for the literal sense of being released from slavery)
(used as a metaphor for the literal sense of being released from slavery)
Definition
Generally emancipated means:released from slavery or servitude; or (metaphorically) from social restraints
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
coalition
They formed a coalition government.
coalition = made up of different political groups working together
Definition
Generally coalition means:a political group made up of different groups working together
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
subjective
a subjective judgment†
subjective = influenced by personal belief, feelings, or preferences (rather than being based purely upon fact)
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
objective
as in:
an objective viewpoint
By any objective analysis, you would have to agree that...
objective = fact-based (not influenced by personal feelings or preferences)
Definition
Generally this sense of objective means:fact-based without the influence of personal feelings or preferences
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 500 |
testimony
Her emotional testimony moved the jury.
testimony = the statement of a witness at a trial
Definition
Generally testimony means:something that serves as evidence — especially a statement at a trial or hearing
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| Library | 9 uses in 10 avg bks |
rehabilitate
She has been working to rehabilitate her reputation.
rehabilitate = restore to good condition
Definition
Generally rehabilitate means:to restore someone (or more rarely, something) to a state of good condition — such as recovery from addiction, illness, prison, or poor reputation
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
decisive
2 meanings
as in:
a decisive defeat
She cast the decisive vote.
decisive = determining an outcome
Definition
Generally this sense of decisive means:determining an outcome; or ending question; or describing something as unmistakable
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
as in:
a decisive decision maker
She is a decisive leader.
decisive = makes quick decisions and sticks by them
Definition
Generally this sense of decisive means:making quick decisions and sticking by them
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
nominate
The president nominated her as head of the Civil Rights Commission.
nominated = proposed that someone be offered a position, be a candidate, or receive an honor
Definition
Generally nominate means:propose that someone be offered a position, be a candidate, or receive an honor
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
monetary
I don't do this job for monetary reward.
monetary = money
Definition
Generally monetary means:relating to or involving money
or:
relating to a nation's money supply
or:
relating to a nation's money supply
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
comprehensive
The site provides a comprehensive survey of world affairs.
comprehensive = including everything important
Definition
Generally comprehensive means:large in scope; or including everything or everything important
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| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
implement
as in:
implement the action
The committee will decide how best to implement the plan.†
implement = to put a plan or tool into effect
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| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
rhetoric
She has convincing rhetoric, but makes bad decisions.
rhetoric = use of words to make a point
Definition
Generally rhetoric means:the use of (or study of using) words to make a point — typically implying skillful use
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| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
| SAT® | top 1000 |
rhetorical question
She asks and answers rhetorical questions faster than I can consider them.
rhetorical questions = questions asked to emphasize a point or to generate interest rather than to get information
Definition
Generally rhetorical question means:a question asked to emphasize a point or to generate interest rather than to get information
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| Library | 1 uses in 10 avg bks |
pressure group
It's a classic example of a small, but effective pressure group due to concentrated interests.†
pressure group = a group of people who try actively to influence legislation
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| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
propaganda
There is no free press in that country — just government-approved propaganda.
propaganda = one-sided information spread to influence opinions
Definition
Generally propaganda means:one-sided information that is purposefully spread to influence opinions — often misleading information of a political nature
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| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |