Vocab

Tylenol, minor aches/pains, reduce fever

To submit or comply silently without protest

Bitterness or ill feeling

A professional assessing financial risk and impact.

Reliance on temporary solutions rather than on consistent long-term plans

(of an argument or reaction) directed toward the person, rather than the position they maintain

Rebuke - to speak to (someone) in a way that expresses disapproval or criticism - to tell or urge (someone) to do something

cheating on your spouse

A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court

a liking of something (he has an affinity for classical music). A similarity of characteristics suggesting a relationship (a building with no affinity to contemporary architectural styles). Relationship

Spousal support

A person unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to egoist)

Unclear, open to more than one interpretation

Uncertainty. Mixed feelings.

a chronological inconsistency e.g., an electric guitar being held by Mozart in a painting

Providing necessary support to the primary activities or operations of an organization, system, industry or institution.

the possession of both masculine and feminine characteristics in a human, e.g. Prince the rock star

a published collection of poems or other pieces of writing

A deep seated feeling of dislike- aversion

• 1. pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands
• 2. relieve or satisfy (a demand or a feeling).

"we give to charity because it appeases our guilt"

Concerning. "Apropos of that topic"

The simultaneous purchase and sale of an asset in order to profit from a difference in the price.

Dispute resolution outside of the courts

a group of islands

a band of heroes in Greek mythology

sever self-discipline, abstention from indulgence, typically for religious reasons

showing great care and perseverance

concise and elegant expression, diction, or the like

Simple or plain : not fancy. Unadorned. Simple. Harsh. Having few pleasures.

a strong dislike

in a very difficult situation, "the board is supporting the beleaguered director amid calls for his resignation"

Misrepresent, contradict, to show to be false - his trembling hands belied this calm voice

Favorable

Made for a particular customer or user ("a bespoke suit")

dogmatist - a person who strongly and unfairly dislikes other people, ideas, etc.

Speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things

public figure (politician/actor/etc.) who makes outlandish, strident statements on issues, thinking that the average man cares

the art/practice of pursuing a dangerous policy to the limits of safety before stopping, especially in politics.

secret society - group of people united to promote their private views or interests

nickname of a certain dynasty of Roman emperors

surrender

Fickle - given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

Providing psychological relief through open expression of strong emotions- causing catharsis (crying)

showing a lack of proper concern, "Anne was irritated by his cavalier attitude"

distress/embarrassment at failing or humiliation, "Jeff, much to his chagrin, wasn't invited"

impostor - a person who falsely pretends to know or be something in order to deceive people

deep divide in earth or viewpoints

able to see beyond ordinary perception

mercy

To confine in retirement, seclude- to confine in a monastery or convent

To act together through a secret understanding, especially with evil or harmful intent

courtesy toward others - an association of nations for mutual benefit

reducing a criminal sentence/penalty

Involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

To overcome the distrust or hostility of- placate- win over

disapproval - to sentence someone to punishment

To put aside one's dignity or superiority voluntarily and assume equality with one regarded as inferior

Showing or characterized by a patronizing or superior attitude toward others

Agreeable, pleasing

Inherently

Very easy to see or notice

disdain - a feeling that someone or something is not worthy of any respect or consideration

Feeling or expressing remorse or penitence- affected by guilt

(of a person) recovering from an illness or operation

Friendly, lively, and enjoyable

(especially referring to a woman) making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring

rude, insensitive - having or showing no understanding of what is proper or acceptable

(typically of a man) confident, stylish, charming

publicly denounce, "they decried human rights abuses"

difference between revenue and spending

agitator - a political leader who tries to get support by making false claims and promises and using arguments based on emotion rather than reason

An extremely impressive or important person- a person who seems like a god in some way- a deified mortal

reserved, modest, shy (typically of a woman), "a demure young lady"

To corrupt- especially : to corrupt morally

showing a critical or disrespectful attitude

in low spirits from loss of hope or courage, "she grew more despondent"

ruler who holds absolute power, typically exercising it in a cruel or oppressive way

philosophical doctrine saying all facts/events are determined by external factors, no free will. Statistics, where the process/model in which the output is determined is solely by the input and initial conditions. As opposed to stochastic.

clever - mentally adroit and skillful

forceful bitter attack against someone/something

regard as being of little worth, denigrate

Debauchery - the process of slowly disappearing - act of using a lot of money, time, etc. in a foolish way - behavior that shows you are interested only in pleasure, money, etc.

a principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true

cheerful and full of energy

principle that all people are equal and deserver equal rights and opportunities. "a fairer, more egalitarian society"

aboriginal - growing or existing in a certain place "redwoods are endemic to CA"

brief - lasting for a very short time

alias - a word or phrase that describes a person or thing

mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation. "She accepted both the good and bad with equanimity"

alienate - to cause someone to be no longer involved or connected with something

Brackish water - where the river meets the sea

evaluating other peoples and cultures according to the standards of one's own culture.

The fundamental character or spirit of a culture- the underlying sentiment that informs the beliefs, customs, or practices of a group or society

the conviction of a crime is reversed. Release someone from a duty or obligation.

Official process whereby one country transfers a suspected or convicted criminal to another country

treating serious issues with deliberate inappropriate humor, flippant

former UK monetary unit - a quarter of a penny

wild, not domesticated

(ventricular) is an irregular and uncoordinated contraction of the cardiac muscle of the ventricles.

a person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change and taking radical action.

not showing a serious or respectful attitude

tolerance, patient self-control - in law the action of refraining from exercising a legal right, especially in enforcing the payment of a debt.

Pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely

principle source - a spring that is the source of a stream

religious unwavering attachment to irreducible beliefs

a fly that bites livestock, horsefly. An annoying person, provokes others into action by criticism

tactless - lacking social grace, sensitivity, or acuteness

beginning, an origin, creation

money or other assistance furnished in return for a share of the profits.

Unlucky - having no luck

• A chance happening or event
• "We met each other by happenstance"

Engaged in the pursuit of pleasure

Leadership or dominance, especially by one country or social group over others.

belief or theory that goes against established religious beliefs/customs.

until now, up to this or that time

exaggerated statements, "I could eat a horse"

an illness caused by a medication or physician

The body of doctrine, myth, belief, etc., that guides an individual, social movement, institution, class, or large group

spill the beans

inferior, not noble

illegal - forbidden by law, rules, or custom.

assuming power or authority without justification- arrogant and domineering.

acting or done quickly and without thought, controlled by emotion rather than thought

• show (someone) to be involved in a crime.
• "police claims implicated him in many more killings"
• Imply - "by saying that coffee would keep her awake, Mary implicated that she didn't want any"

person who organizes, finances concerts, plays or operas

exemption from punishment

To compensate for damage or loss sustained - to guard or secure against anticipated loss

anger aroused by something that is unfair or wrong

lazy

Lacking the ability or strength to move; chemically inactive (helium)

the natural tendency of an object to resist change in its state of motion.

Harmless, inoffensive

a hint, insinuation about a person/thing, especially denigrating or derogatory

Intended to entrap -- deceitful -- operating in an inconspicuous or seemingly harmless way but actually with grave effect

in-YOO-til - Of no use or service

showing a lack of respect for people/things that are generally taken seriously. "the movie takes an irreverent look at the medical profession"

special words that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.

Money or gifts given generously

Defamation - published false statement that is damaging to one's reputation

5 lines humorous poem rhymes like AABBA. "Hickory dickory dock, the mouse ran up the clock, the clock struck one, the mouse ran down, hickory dickory dock"

lethargic - lacking physical or mental energy or vitality

expressed clearly- easy to understand

generous or forgiving

A wealthy and influential person, especially in business

Host or Hostess at a restaurant

a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or uneasiness whose exact cause is difficult to identify.

speech or writing designed to obscure, mislead, or impress.

Disposed to cause harm

soldier of fortune, hired gun. An outsider to the conflict, but participating for profit.

you are my sunshine - compare 2 things that have very little in common, but share a trait

hatred or dislike of females

A large single upright block of stone

the number of transistors on integrated circuits doubles every 2 years

Halt, a temporary prohibition of an activity

very serious, unhappy, quiet

anything that can go wrong, will.

shortsighted

A dread of dirt or filth.

just coming into existence. "ney-sint"

cloudy hazy

later part of the Stone Age when ground or polished stone weapons prevailed

always fearful/worried about something : tending to worry in a way that is not healthy

Rejecting all religious and moral principles in the belief that life is meaningless

the phenomenon in which inert substances or mere suggestions of substances actually bring about negative effects in a patient, e.g. A doctor saying you have 6 months to live, and you die right at 6 months. Or side effects mentioned on a pill, and then you contracting effects.

Harmful

does not follow - a conclusion or statement that does not logically follow from the previous argument or statement

slanting, neither parallel nor perpendicular

annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand.

bad tempered

assumed - seeming or said to be true or real but very possibly not true or real

Displaying wealth, knowledge, etc. in a way that is meant to attract attention, envy, or admiration. Flamboyant. Flashy.

against war and violence

a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases

a U shaped curved line

a distortion of memory in which fact and fantasy are confused. The inability to recall the correct meaning of a word.

80/20 - e.g., 80% of revenues are made by 20% of customers

the amount of time which one has to perform a task is the amount of time it will take to complete the task.

a person who has recently or suddenly acquired wealth or importance but has not yet developed the conventionally appropriate manners, dress, etc.

A man who controls a family, group, or government

a family, group, or government controlled by a man or a group of men - a social system in which family members are related through their fathers

1. To talk to someone in a way that shows that you believe you are more intelligent or better than other people- to treat someone in a condescending manner. 2. to be a frequent customer of a place

the method and practice of teaching

a person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning

Presentation or application of knowledge or learning

belittling - a word or phrase that has negative connotations or that is intended to disparage

A strong liking for something or a strong tendency to behave in a certain way

Lying under oath

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

prevalent - spreading widely

Wal-Phed PE, decongestant, sinus, hemorrhoids

womanizer, a man who readily or frequently enters into casual sexual relationships with woman

a person who speaks several languages

Attitude or speaking and behaving in very formal and serious way because they believe that they are better, smarter or more important than others

Practical - Dealing with problems in a reasonable and logical way instead of depending on ideas and theories

of a child : having or showing the qualities or abilities of an adult at an unusually early age

attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc. than is actually possessed.

speak or act in an evasive way

Extravagant - carelessly and foolishly spending money, time, etc.

amazing or wonderful, very big

medical term for PREDICTING the likely outcome of one's current standing.

To formally or authoritatively declare or announce something

Common, dull,

Sudafed, Decongestant

showing great attention to detail or correct behavior

prim - very strict especially concerning morals and religion

a favor or something expected in return for something

exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical. (kwik-sadik)

chide - to criticize sharply

freeing from sin, regaining or gaining something in exchange for payment

rebuke - a cause or occasion of blame, discredit or disgrace

not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily

punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act

Lively and noisy festivities, especially when these involve drinking a large amount of alcohol

Very important or noticeable. Jetting upward. Projecting beyond a line, surface or level. Standing out conspicuously. Prominent.

having/showing an excessive pride in oneself or achievements

14 line poem in iambic pentameter, employing one of several rhyme schemes

ignoble actions and motives. Dirty or squalid.

Money in the form of coin instead of notes

Represented by Sigma or (σ). In statistics, it measures the amount a number varies from the avg number in a series of numbers. In a normal distribution 1 SD from the mean accounts for %68.27, 2 = %95.45, 3 = %99.73, 4 = %99.994.

Legislation of a city, state or country. Law basically

randomly determined, as opposed to Deterministic (stuh-castik)

conquer - to defeat and gain control of (someone/something) by the use of force - to conquer and gain the obedience of a group of people, country, etc.

deceit used in order to achieve one's goal

a systematic attempt to overthrow or undermine a government or political system by persons working secretly from within

sulky - bad tempered

kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of

Implied - Understood without being openly expressed. "your silence may be taken to mean tacit agreement"

reticent - (of a person) - reserved or uncommunicative in speech

The study of the nature of god and religious beliefs

relating to drama and the theater. An actor or actress.

a remark/opinion/idea that is overused and consequently of little import, lacking originality or freshness.

hermit - person who lived in a cave - person regarded as being deliberately ignorant or old-fashioned

a recurring element or frequently used plot device in a work of literature or art.

Excited, confused, disorderly- making a loud confused noise- uproarious

present, appearing, or found everywhere

In tennis, basically a mistake made by one's own account, not by a good play by the opponent "forced error"

something that is unreal

not able to be maintained or defended against

having the polish of sophisticated social life in a major city

Old and respected - valued and respected because of old age

a blood feud in which the family of a murdered person seeks vengeance on the other family

Clear from blame - prove to be right

a man who has lost his spouse by death and has not remarried

Having or showing an intense or irrational dislike or fear of people from other countries

enthusiastic devotion to a cause

Ibuprofen

Proverb or short statement expressing a general truth- "out of sight out of mind"

easily angered

bands of tough elastic tissue around your joints

Injury to muscle or tendon

Injury to ligaments

a person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit.

• a group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words (e.g., rain cats and dogs)
• a characteristic mode of expression in music or art.

Excessive pride or self-confidence

The quality of being open honest in expression, frankness

Not able to be defended against

Being smug or uncritical of one's achievements

Alison Bechdel, feminist movie test