{"id":23957,"date":"2024-08-16T10:30:34","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T15:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.espressoenglish.net\/?p=23957"},"modified":"2024-08-16T10:31:06","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T15:31:06","slug":"100-gre-words-advanced-english-vocabulary-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.espressoenglish.net\/100-gre-words-advanced-english-vocabulary-list\/","title":{"rendered":"100+ GRE Words: Advanced English Vocabulary List"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let’s learn 100+ GRE words for more fluent English!<\/p>\n

This high-level vocabulary comes from lists that students use when preparing for the\u00a0GRE<\/span>\u00a0– an exam to enter post-college programs for master’s and doctorate degrees.<\/p>\n

These advanced words will definitely level up your English fluency!<\/p>\n

Adamant (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Refusing to be persuaded or to change one’s mind.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: She was adamant<\/strong> about not attending the party, no matter what her friends said.<\/p>\n

Ambivalent (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: He felt ambivalent<\/strong> about the job offer; the salary was good, but he didn\u2019t like the location.<\/p>\n

Analogous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The structure of an atom is analogous<\/strong> to the solar system, with electrons orbiting the nucleus like planets around the sun.<\/p>\n

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Anomaly (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly<\/strong> for that time of year.<\/p>\n

Appease (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: To make someone less angry or hostile by giving in to their demands.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The manager tried to appease<\/strong> the disgruntled employees with a bonus and additional vacation days.<\/p>\n

Arduous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Involving a lot of effort and hard work.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: Climbing the mountain was an arduous<\/strong> task, requiring both physical strength and mental determination.<\/p>\n

Benign (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Harmless.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The tumor was benign<\/strong>, so there was no need for immediate surgery.<\/p>\n

Biased (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Showing an unfair preference for or prejudice against something or someone.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The judge was removed from the case due to a conflict of interest and a perceived biased<\/strong> opinion.<\/p>\n

Bolster (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To support or strengthen.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: The evidence presented in court helped bolster<\/strong> the defendant\u2019s case.<\/p>\n

Candid (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition<\/strong>: Truthful and straightforward; frank.<\/p>\n

Sentence<\/strong>: Her candid<\/strong> remarks about the project\u2019s flaws were appreciated by the team.<\/p>\n

Capricious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The weather in the mountains is often capricious,<\/strong> changing from sunny to stormy within minutes.<\/p>\n

Catalyst (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> An agent that provokes or speeds significant change or action.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The new policy acted as a catalyst<\/strong> for much-needed reform in the organization.<\/p>\n

Clinch (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To confirm or settle something definitively.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The final goal of the game helped clinch<\/strong> the championship for the team.<\/p>\n

Coerce (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To persuade an unwilling person to do something by using force or threats.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The suspect was coerced<\/strong> into confessing after hours of intense interrogation.<\/p>\n

Cognizant (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Being aware of or having knowledge of something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She was cognizant<\/strong> of the risks involved in the investment but decided to proceed anyway.<\/p>\n

Condone (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To accept or allow behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The company does not condone<\/strong> any form of discrimination or harassment in the workplace.<\/p>\n

Confound (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To cause surprise or confusion in someone, especially by acting against their expectations.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The sudden success of the startup confounded<\/strong> many industry experts.<\/p>\n

Conspicuous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Easily noticeable or attracting attention.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The bright red jacket made her conspicuous<\/strong> in the crowd.<\/p>\n

Construe (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To interpret or understand the meaning of something in a particular way.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His comments were construed<\/strong> as an insult by some, though he meant them as a joke.<\/p>\n

Convoluted (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Extremely complex and difficult to follow.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The plot of the novel was so convoluted<\/strong> that I had to read it twice to understand the ending.<\/p>\n

Copious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Abundant in supply or quantity.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She took copious<\/strong> notes during the lecture to ensure she didn\u2019t miss any important details.<\/p>\n

Corroborate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The witness\u2019s testimony helped corroborate<\/strong> the defendant\u2019s alibi.<\/p>\n

Counterintuitive (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Contrary to what one would intuitively expect.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> It was counterintuitive<\/strong> to think that eating more could actually help you lose weight.<\/p>\n

Debilitate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To make someone weak and infirm.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The long illness had debilitated<\/strong> him, leaving him too weak to return to work.<\/p>\n

Debunk (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To expose the falseness or hollowness of a myth, idea, or belief.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The documentary aimed to debunk<\/strong> several popular myths about ancient civilizations.<\/p>\n

Deference (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Respect and esteem due to an elder or superior.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> He showed deference<\/strong> to his mentor by listening carefully to his advice.<\/p>\n

Denigrate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To criticize unfairly; to disparage.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The politician\u2019s opponents attempted to denigrate<\/strong> his achievements.<\/p>\n

Discern (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To perceive or recognize something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She could barely discern<\/strong> the details of the painting from across the room.<\/p>\n

Disregard (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To pay no attention to; ignore.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> He chose to disregard<\/strong> the warnings and ski in the dangerous area.<\/p>\n

Dissonance (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Lack of harmony among musical notes or a clash of conflicting ideas.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The dissonance<\/strong> in the music created a feeling of tension and unease.<\/p>\n

Docile (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The docile<\/strong> puppy was easy to train and quickly learned new commands.<\/p>\n

Embellish (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To make something more attractive by adding decorative details; to enhance a story with exaggerated details.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She embellished<\/strong> the tale of her vacation with colorful anecdotes and exaggerations.<\/p>\n

Emulate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To match or surpass (a person or achievement) by imitation.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> He tried to emulate<\/strong> his father\u2019s success in the business world.<\/p>\n

Enigma (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The disappearance of the ancient civilization remains an enigma<\/strong> to historians.<\/p>\n

Esoteric (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Intended for or likely to be understood only by a small number of people with specialized knowledge.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The professor\u2019s lecture on quantum mechanics was too esoteric<\/strong> for most students.<\/p>\n

Eulogy (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly, typically someone who has just died.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The eulogy<\/strong> delivered at the funeral celebrated the remarkable life and contributions of the deceased.<\/p>\n

Exacerbate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To make a problem or situation worse.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His refusal to acknowledge the issue only served to exacerbate<\/strong> the conflict.<\/p>\n

Exemplary (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Her exemplary<\/strong> performance at work earned her the Employee of the Month award.<\/p>\n

Expedient (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Using a shortcut was expedient,<\/strong> but it violated company policy.<\/p>\n

Finesse (n.\/v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Skillful handling of a situation or delicate task; to handle with subtlety and skill.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She handled the negotiation with great finesse,<\/strong> securing a favorable deal for her company.<\/p>\n

Fledgling (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A young or inexperienced person; just beginning.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The fledgling<\/strong> artist struggled to find his unique style in the competitive world of art.<\/p>\n

Fluctuate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To change continually; to move up and down.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Stock prices tend to fluctuate<\/strong> greatly depending on market conditions.<\/p>\n

Fluke (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A surprising chance occurrence, especially a favorable one.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Winning the lottery was a fluke;<\/strong> he had never expected such luck.<\/p>\n

Frivolous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not having any serious purpose or value; trivial.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The court dismissed the lawsuit, calling it frivolous<\/strong> and without merit.<\/p>\n

Garner (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To gather or collect something, especially information or approval.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Her research helped garner<\/strong> widespread support for the new policy.<\/p>\n

Idiosyncrasy (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A distinctive or peculiar feature or characteristic of a place or thing.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> One of his idiosyncrasies<\/strong> was always tapping his pen when he was thinking.<\/p>\n

Immutable (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Unchanging over time or unable to be changed.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The laws of physics are considered immutable<\/strong> and universal.<\/p>\n

Impediment (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A hindrance or obstruction in doing something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His lack of formal education was seen as an impediment<\/strong> to his career advancement.<\/p>\n

Impervious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The new raincoat is made of a material that is impervious<\/strong> to water.<\/p>\n

Impetuous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His impetuous<\/strong> decision to quit his job without a backup plan led to many difficulties.<\/p>\n

Inadvertent (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning; accidental.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The mistake was inadvertent<\/strong> and not intended to cause harm.<\/p>\n

Incongruous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The modern art piece seemed incongruous<\/strong> in the otherwise traditional museum.<\/p>\n

Ingenious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Clever, original, and inventive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The ingenious<\/strong> design of the new gadget made it both functional and stylish.<\/p>\n

Innocuous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not harmful or offensive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The remark was intended as a joke and was completely innocuous.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Insidious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Proceeding in a subtle way but with harmful effects.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The disease was insidious,<\/strong> showing symptoms only after it had already progressed significantly.<\/p>\n

Juncture (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A particular point in events or time; a critical moment.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> At this juncture, we need to decide whether to proceed with the project or not.<\/p>\n

Juxtapose (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To place side by side for comparison.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The artist\u2019s new exhibit juxtaposes<\/strong> modern art with classical sculptures.<\/p>\n

Laudable (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Deserving praise and commendation.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Her efforts to improve the community were laudable<\/strong> and earned her widespread recognition.<\/p>\n

Lethargic (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Sluggish and apathetic, low energy.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> After the long flight, she felt lethargic<\/strong> and struggled to stay awake.<\/p>\n

Lull (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A temporary interval of quiet or lack of activity.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> There was a lull<\/strong> in the conversation as everyone waited for the results.<\/p>\n

Makeshift (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Temporary and of low quality, but used because of a sudden need.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> They built a makeshift<\/strong> shelter using blankets and sticks to protect themselves from the rain.<\/p>\n

Mired (past participle of verb)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Involved in a difficult situation that is hard to escape from.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The project was mired<\/strong> in delays and budget overruns.<\/p>\n

Mitigate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To make something less severe, serious, or painful.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Measures were taken to mitigate<\/strong> the effects of the economic downturn.<\/p>\n

Myopic (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Lacking imagination, foresight, or intellectual insight; short-sighted.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His myopic<\/strong> approach to problem-solving prevented him from seeing the bigger picture.<\/p>\n

Nascent (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The nascent<\/strong> tech startup showed great promise in the field of artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n

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Nuance (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A subtle difference or variation in meaning, expression, tone, or feeling.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The actor\u2019s performance captured the nuances<\/strong> of the character\u2019s complex emotions.<\/p>\n

Obfuscate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The lawyer\u2019s convoluted explanation seemed designed to obfuscate<\/strong> the truth.<\/p>\n

Obstinate (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Despite all the evidence, he remained obstinate<\/strong> in his belief that he was right.<\/p>\n

Onerous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Involving a lot of effort and difficulty; burdensome.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The new regulations imposed onerous<\/strong> requirements on small businesses.<\/p>\n

Overshadow (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To appear more prominent or important than.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The young actor\u2019s talent overshadowed<\/strong> that of his more experienced co-stars.<\/p>\n

Placate (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To make someone less angry or hostile by giving in to their demands.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The manager offered a discount to placate<\/strong> the upset customer.<\/p>\n

Plausible (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Seeming reasonable or probable.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The scientist presented a plausible<\/strong> theory that explained the unexpected results.<\/p>\n

Polarizing (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Causing strong division into opposing groups or opinions.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The controversial policy was polarizing<\/strong> and sparked heated debates across the community.<\/p>\n

Pragmatic (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Dealing with things in a practical and sensible way rather than by theoretical considerations.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She took a pragmatic<\/strong> approach to solving the problem, focusing on what would work best in practice.<\/p>\n

Precarious (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The ladder was in a precarious<\/strong> position, making it dangerous to climb.<\/p>\n

Precursor (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A person or thing that comes before another of the same kind; a forerunner.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The invention of the telephone was a precursor<\/strong> to many modern communication technologies.<\/p>\n

Predisposed (past participle of verb)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Likely or inclined to be affected by something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> He was predisposed<\/strong> to heart disease because of his family history.<\/p>\n

Presumptuous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate; overconfident.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> It was presumptuous<\/strong> of him to assume that he would be promoted without discussing it first.<\/p>\n

Pristine (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> In its original condition; unspoiled.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The beach remained pristine<\/strong> and untouched by human activity.<\/p>\n

Prolific (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Producing a lot of something; very productive.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The prolific<\/strong> writer published several novels each year.<\/p>\n

Prudent (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> It is prudent<\/strong> to save a portion of your salary for unexpected expenses.<\/p>\n

Quintessential (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Her performance was the quintessential<\/strong> example of great acting.<\/p>\n

Redundant (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The use of redundant<\/strong> phrases made the report unnecessarily lengthy.<\/p>\n

Respectively (adv.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Separately or individually and in the order already mentioned.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Bob and Jane will take their tests at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., respectively.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Reticent (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily; reserved.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She was reticent<\/strong> about discussing her personal life with colleagues.<\/p>\n

Revamp (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To change or improve something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The company decided to revamp<\/strong> its marketing strategy to attract more customers.<\/p>\n

Rife (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Abundant or widespread (especially something undesirable).<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The neighborhood was rife<\/strong> with noise and pollution due to the construction work.<\/p>\n

Rudimentary (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Basic or elementary; not advanced.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The rudimentary<\/strong> skills taught in the first year of training laid the foundation for more complex techniques.<\/p>\n

Savor (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To enjoy or appreciate something completely.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> She took a moment to savor<\/strong> the beautiful sunset before heading home.<\/p>\n

Scrupulous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Very concerned to avoid doing wrong; diligent and attentive to details.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The accountant was scrupulous<\/strong> in checking every entry to ensure accuracy.<\/p>\n

Sparse (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Thinly dispersed or scattered; not dense.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The vegetation in the desert is sparse,<\/strong> with only a few hardy plants surviving.<\/p>\n

Sporadic (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The sporadic<\/strong> rainfall made it difficult to plan outdoor events.<\/p>\n

Subside (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To become less intense, violent, or severe.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> After the storm, the winds began to subside,<\/strong> and the rain eased.<\/p>\n

Succinct (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Briefly and clearly expressed.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The summary was succinct,<\/strong> capturing all the key points in just a few paragraphs.<\/p>\n

Surmise (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> I can only surmise<\/strong> that he was late due to traffic, based on his previous messages.<\/p>\n

Tangential (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Diverging from the main point; not directly related.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The discussion became tangential,<\/strong> veering away from the main topic.<\/p>\n

Tantamount (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His refusal to cooperate was tantamount<\/strong> to admitting guilt.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Timely (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Happening at the right time; opportune.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The paramedics’ timely<\/strong> intervention saved the woman’s life.<\/p>\n

Transient (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Lasting only for a short time; temporary.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The city\u2019s transient<\/strong> population meant that neighborhoods were constantly changing.<\/p>\n

Travesty (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The trial was a travesty<\/strong> of justice, failing to properly address the evidence.<\/p>\n

Trivial (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Of little value or importance.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The argument over who should wash the dishes seemed trivial<\/strong> compared to the bigger issues they were facing.<\/p>\n

Ubiquitous (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Present, appearing, or found everywhere.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Smartphones have become ubiquitous<\/strong> in modern society, with nearly everyone owning one.<\/p>\n

Unconscionable (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Not guided by conscience; shockingly unfair or unjust.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The conditions in the factory were unconscionable,<\/strong> with workers enduring unsafe and inhumane practices.<\/p>\n

Undermine (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To weaken or damage something gradually or covertly.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The constant criticism was meant to undermine<\/strong> her confidence and authority.<\/p>\n

Underscore (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To emphasize or highlight something.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The teacher used several examples to underscore<\/strong> the importance of following instructions.<\/p>\n

Unearth (v.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> To dig up or discover something hidden.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Archaeologists unearthed<\/strong> ancient artifacts that provided new insights into the civilization.<\/p>\n

Unorthodox (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Contrary to what is traditional or expected.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> His unorthodox<\/strong> teaching methods were initially met with skepticism but eventually proved effective.<\/p>\n

Vestige (n.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The ruins of the old castle were a vestige<\/strong> of a bygone era.<\/p>\n

Volatile (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Subject to rapid or unpredictable change; easily evaporated.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The stock market can be volatile,<\/strong> with prices fluctuating wildly in short periods.<\/p>\n

Warranted (past participle of verb)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Justified or required by the circumstances.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> The use of extra security was warranted<\/strong> due to the high-profile nature of the event.<\/p>\n

Winsome (adj.)<\/h3>\n

Definition:<\/strong> Attractive or charming in a sweet or innocent way.<\/p>\n

Sentence:<\/strong> Her winsome<\/strong> smile and friendly demeanor made her very popular at the party.<\/p>\n

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