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accede start learning		to agree or consent Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually acceded to their demands.
acron start learning		a name or term formed from the initial letters of other words "UNESCO" is an acron for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
adultery start learning		voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their lawful spouse Adultery is considered a breach of trust in many societies.
aft start learning		towards or at the stern or rear of a ship or aircraft The sailors gathered aft to watch the sunset.
alacrity start learning		brisk and cheerful readiness She accepted the challenge with alacrity.
appeased start learning		to satisfy or relieve He appeased his hunger with a hearty meal.
arses start learning		plural of "arse," meaning the buttocks The comedian slipped on a banana peel and landed on his arses.
assiduously start learning		with great care and perseverance She worked assiduously to achieve her goals.
astringent start learning		causing the contraction of body tissues The astringent taste of the medicine made her grimace.
athwart start learning		across from side to side The log lay athwart the path, blocking their way.
aurochs start learning		an extinct large wild ox of Europe, Asia, and North Africa Cave paintings depict the hunting of aurochs by ancient humans.
balking start learning		to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking Despite his talent, he was balking at taking on the leadership role.
barnacles start learning		marine crustaceans that typically attach themselves to hard surfaces The boat's hull was encrusted with barnacles.
baser start learning		comparative form of "base," meaning low in rank or quality He showed his baser instincts when he resorted to lying to cover up his mistake.
baubles start learning		small, showy trinkets or ornaments The Christmas tree was adorned with colorful baubles.
beckoned start learning		to make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow She beckoned for him to join her at the table.
beleaguered start learning		beset with difficulties The beleaguered company struggled to stay afloat amidst financial turmoil.
bereft start learning		deprived of or lacking something, especially a non material asset She felt bereft of hope after the tragic loss of her loved one.
besmirch start learning		to damage the reputation of someone or something He attempted to besmirch her character with unfounded accusations.
besotted start learning		strongly infatuated He was besotted with her from the moment they met.
bestowed start learning		to present or give (an honor, right, or gift) The king bestowed knighthood upon the brave warrior.
betroth start learning		to enter into a formal agreement to marry They were betrothed in a traditional ceremony.
bovine start learning		relating to or resembling cattle His expression was utterly bovine as he listened to the lecture.
brayed start learning		to make a loud, harsh cry The donkey brayed loudly in the field.
breeches start learning		short trousers fastened just below the knee He wore breeches and tall boots for horseback riding.
bulwark start learning		a defensive wall or barrier The fortress was protected by a sturdy bulwark.
callow start learning		inexperienced and immature He spoke with a callow confidence that belied his lack of real world experience.
caltrop start learning		a spiked metal device thrown on the ground to impede wheeled vehicles or cavalry The soldiers scattered caltrops to hinder the enemy's advance.
camelry start learning		a group of camels The caravan was led by a camelry through the desert.
cantered start learning		to move at a moderate and steady pace on horseback The horse cantered gracefully around the arena.
carbuncle start learning		a severe abscess or multiple boils in the skin The doctor treated the carbuncle with antibiotics.
caromed start learning		to rebound or deflect off a surface The billiard ball caromed off the cushion and sank into the pocket.
carrack start learning		a large merchant ship of a kind operating in European waters in the 14th to the 17th century The carrack sailed proudly into the harbor, laden with goods from distant lands.
centipedes T start learning		small, carnivorous invertebrates with many legs he garden was infested with centipedes, much to the gardener's dismay.
chastise start learning		to rebuke or reprimand severely The teacher chastised the student for being late to class.
cinched start learning		to make certain of something With his skills, winning the competition was cinched.
cinders start learning		partially burned pieces of coal or wood The fire left behind only cold cinders.
commendable start learning		deserving praise His bravery in the face of danger was commendable.
concur start learning		to agree or be of the same opinion I concur with your assessment of the situation.
conflagration start learning		a large destructive fire The entire building was consumed by the conflagration.
conjured start learning		to call upon (a spirit or ghost) to appear, by means of a magic ritual The magician conjured a rabbit out of his hat.
contended start learning		to assert something as a position in an argument She contended that the decision was unjust.
covetous start learning		having or showing a strong desire for what others have His covetous gaze lingered on the shiny new car.
creak start learning		a harsh, high pitched sound made by something old or damaged when it moves The old floorboards creaked under his weight.
crestfallen start learning		sad and disappointed He looked crestfallen when he realized he had lost the competition.
cudgels start learning		short thick sticks used as weapons The villagers armed themselves with cudgels to defend against the invaders.
cumbered start learning		hampered or hindered by something He felt cumbered by the weight of his responsibilities.
dappling start learning		to mark or become marked with small spots or patches of color The sunlight dappling through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the forest floor.
decencies start learning		standards of polite behavior He was raised with a sense of decencies that he always adhered to.
derision start learning		contemptuous ridicule or mockery His proposal was met with derision by the committee members.
designed start learning		to plan or outline in detail The architect designed a stunning new skyscraper for the city skyline.
devious start learning		showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals She took a devious route to avoid the traffic jam.
devout start learning		having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment She was a devout believer who attended church regularly.
dire start learning		extremely serious or urgent The situation had reached a dire point, and immediate action was necessary.
diverting start learning		entertaining or amusing The comedian's jokes were diverting, making the audience laugh uproariously.
drapes start learning		heavy curtains She drew the drapes to block out the sunlight.
dullard start learning		a slow or stupid person He was often dismissed as a dullard because of his lack of academic success.
emaciated start learning		abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food The emaciated dog was rescued from the streets.
encampment start learning		a place with temporary accommodations consisting of tents or simple huts The soldiers set up their encampment at the edge of the forest.
ermine start learning		a stoat, especially when in its white winter coat The royal robe was lined with luxurious ermine fur.
fastidious start learning		very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail She was known for her fastidious attention to cleanliness.
faun start learning		a mythical creature that is part human and part goat, with the legs of a goat and the upper body of a human In ancient mythology, fauns were often depicted as mischievous woodland spirits.
feeble start learning		lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness The old man's feeble voice barely rose above a whisper.
fester start learning		to become worse or more intense, especially through long term neglect or indifference Resentment began to fester between the two friends after their argument.
festooned start learning		adorned with decorations, typically hanging in curves The room was festooned with colorful streamers for the party.
fettered start learning		restrained or confined He felt fettered by the expectations placed upon him by society.
feuds start learning		prolonged and bitter quarrels or disputes The feud between the two families lasted for generations.
fickle start learning		changing frequently, especially in regards to one's loyalties, interests, or affections She grew tired of his fickle behavior and decided to end the relationship.
fissured start learning		having a long, narrow opening or crack The ground was fissured by the earthquake.
flamboyance start learning		a tendency to attract attention because of one's exuberance, confidence, or stylishness His flamboyance made him the center of attention wherever he went.
flouted start learning		openly disregard or disobey a rule, law, or convention He flouted the speed limit, driving recklessly down the highway.
flustered start learning		agitated or confused, especially as a result of being hurried or embarrassed She became flustered when she realized she had forgotten her speech.
foliage start learning		plant leaves, collectively The forest was dense with lush foliage.
folly start learning		lack of good sense or foresight; a foolish act or idea It was sheer folly to attempt climbing the mountain in such treacherous weather.
forlorn start learning		pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely The puppy's forlorn expression tugged at her heartstrings.
fornicate start learning		engage in sexual intercourse In some cultures, it is considered taboo to fornicate before marriage.
frail start learning		weak and delicate The frail old woman needed assistance to walk.
frailty start learning		the condition of being weak or delicate Despite her physical frailty, she remained mentally sharp.
furtive start learning		attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping into the alley.
garbed start learning		dressed in distinctive clothing or attire The actors were garbed in elaborate costumes for the performance.
glee start learning		great delight or pleasure The children squealed with glee as they opened their presents.
glided start learning		moved smoothly and effortlessly The swan glided across the pond with grace.
gruffly start learning		in a rough or surly manner He responded gruffly to her question, clearly annoyed.
guileless start learning		innocent and without deception His guileless manner made it difficult for him to detect dishonesty in others.
guise start learning		an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation The thief operated under the guise of a friendly neighbor.
gunwale start learning		the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship They sat on the gunwale, dangling their feet over the water.
gusting start learning		blowing in sudden, strong bursts The wind was gusting so fiercely that it was difficult to walk straight.
hastened start learning		to be quick to do something She hastened to apologize for her mistake.
hemmed start learning		to be confined or encircled The small village was hemmed in by towering mountains.
hempen start learning		made of hemp The hempen rope was strong enough to support the weight of the anchor.
hooted start learning		to make a loud, raucous cry, especially to express disapproval or mockery The crowd hooted in protest at the politician's speech.
huddled start learning		crowded together in a compact group The refugees huddled together for warmth in the makeshift shelter.
hues start learning		colors or shades The artist used a variety of hues to create a vibrant painting.
impassively start learning		without showing emotion The soldier listened impassively to the general's orders.
impiety start learning		lack of reverence or respect, especially for a god or sacred object His impiety shocked the devout members of the church.
inexorable start learning		impossible to stop or prevent The inexorable march of time waits for no one.
inimical start learning		harmful or unfriendly The harsh weather conditions were inimical to our plans for a picnic.
jagged start learning		having a rough or sharp edge or outline The jagged rocks made hiking difficult.
lackwit start learning		a person who lacks intelligence or understanding He was dismissed as a lackwit by his more educated peers.
lamprey start learning		a jawless fish with a sucker mouth and a circular sucking disk for attachment Lampreys are often considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
latrines start learning		a simple toilet or outhouse, especially a pit toilet The soldiers dug latrines in the camp to maintain hygiene.
lichen start learning		a simple slow growing plant that typically forms a low crusty, leaflike, or branching growth on rocks, walls, and trees The old stone wall was covered in lichen.
lickspittle start learning		a person who behaves obsequiously to those in power He was always ingratiating himself with the boss, a true lickspittle.
lisped start learning		to speak with a speech defect in which sibilants are pronounced like th in thick The child lisped as he tried to say his name.
lithe start learning		thin, supple, and graceful The lithe dancer moved across the stage with effortless grace.
loitering start learning		lingering aimlessly without purpose The police warned the teenagers about loitering in front of the store.
lout start learning		an uncouth or aggressive man or boy The lout shouted obscenities at the passerby.
ludicrous start learning		so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing The idea of a talking dog seemed ludicrous to him.
malevolent start learning		having or showing a wish to do evil to others His malevolent glare sent shivers down her spine.
maw start learning		the jaws or throat of a voracious animal The lion's maw opened wide as it roared.
meagre start learning		lacking in quantity or quality The prisoner was given only meagre rations while in captivity.
merriment start learning		lively and cheerful fun The sound of laughter filled the room as the partygoers enjoyed the merriment.
merwives start learning		mythical creatures, wives of the merfolk According to legend, merwives would sometimes come ashore to seek human husbands.
morbid start learning		characterized by or appealing to an abnormal and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially death and disease Her morbid fascination with crime documentaries unsettled her friends.
morsel start learning		a small piece or amount of food He savored every morsel of the delicious dessert.
mutilation start learning		the action of mutilating or being mutilated The mutilation of the ancient statue was a tragedy for art lovers everywhere.
negligently start learning		failing to take proper care or to give proper attention He was accused of negligently causing the accident.
nettles start learning		a herbaceous plant that has jagged leaves covered with stinging hairs Be careful not to touch the nettles; they can cause a painful rash.
nitre start learning		an archaic term for potassium nitrate, used in explosives, fertilizers, and preservatives The alchemist mixed charcoal, sulfur, and nitre in his search for the philosopher's stone.
obliterated start learning		destroyed utterly; wiped out The town was obliterated by the tornado.
oddments start learning		miscellaneous items or remnants She sorted through the oddments in the attic, looking for anything of value.
pail start learning		a bucket He filled the pail with water from the well.
palfrey start learning		a gentle saddle horse, especially one used for women She rode her palfrey through the countryside, enjoying the peaceful scenery.
paltry start learning		small or meager; insignificant He was paid a paltry sum for his hard work.
patchy start learning		characterized by irregular or uneven distribution or appearance The lawn was patchy, with areas of lush green grass and bare patches of soil.
pease start learning		an archaic term for peas The recipe called for a cup of dried pease.
pebbled start learning		covered or strewn with small, rounded stones The path was pebbled, making it difficult to walk on.
peddler start learning		a person who sells goods, typically on the streets or door The peddler offered a variety of wares from his cart.
peevish start learning		easily irritated, especially by unimportant things He became peevish when his plans were disrupted.
persimmon start learning		an edible fruit that resembles a large tomato and has a very sweet flesh She enjoyed the taste of ripe persimmons in the autumn.
pieceth start learning		an archaic form of "pieces" He broke the bread into small pieceth for the birds.
pinions start learning		the outer part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers The bird spread its pinions and took flight.
pious start learning		devoutly religious She led a pious life, attending church every Sunday.
piously start learning		in a devout or religious manner She prayed piously for the health of her family.
pitilessly start learning		without pity; cruelly The dictator ruled his country pitilessly, crushing any opposition.
placate start learning		to make someone less angry or hostile He tried to placate her by offering an apology.
plinth start learning		a heavy base supporting a statue or vase The statue stood on a marble plinth in the center of the square.
precipitous start learning		dangerously high or steep The mountain had a precipitous drop off on one side.
prodigious start learning		remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree The pianist had a prodigious talent for playing the piano.
quiescent start learning		in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy The volcano remained quiescent for centuries before erupting again.
quintain start learning		a post with a target for tilting, used in the Middle Ages for practicing jousting The knights trained with the quintain to improve their skills in combat.
rabid start learning		extremely zealous or enthusiastic He was a rabid fan of the football team, never missing a game.
ramshackle start learning		in a state of severe disrepair The old farmhouse was ramshackle, with parts of the roof caving in.
ravenry start learning		a group or colony of ravens The ravenry in the forest was known for its eerie calls at night.
readied start learning		made ready or prepared She readied herself for the upcoming interview.
reave start learning		to rob or plunder The bandits sought to reave the village of its riches.
rebuffed start learning		rejected or dismissed abruptly or bluntly He was rebuffed when he tried to ask her out on a date.
reprieve start learning		a cancellation or postponement of a punishment The governor granted a last minute reprieve to the condemned prisoner.
resoundingly start learning		with a loud and deep sound The victory was resoundingly celebrated by the team and their fans.
retinue start learning		a group of advisers, assistants, or followers accompanying an important person The king was attended by his retinue of knights and advisors.
revelry start learning		lively and noisy festivities, especially when involving drinking and dancing The streets were filled with revelry during the carnival.
revrenced start learning		respected deeply The elder statesman was revrenced for his wisdom and experience.
roseroad start learning		a road lined with rose bushes They walked along the roseroad, enjoying the fragrance of the flowers.
sconce start learning		a bracket attached to the wall for holding candles or lights The room was dimly lit by a single sconce on the wall.
scuttling start learning		moving hurriedly with short, quick steps The mouse went scuttling across the kitchen floor.
semblance start learning		outward appearance or semblance of something Despite her calm semblance, she was inwardly anxious.
shoal start learning		a shallow place in a body of water The fishermen cast their nets in the shoal to catch fish.
shroud start learning		a length of cloth or an enveloping garment in which a dead person is wrapped for burial The body was wrapped in a white shroud before being buried.
sinecure start learning		a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit The political appointment was merely a sinecure, with no real responsibilities.
sinew start learning		a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament He strained his sinew while lifting weights.
sinewy start learning		consisting of or resembling sinews; muscular The boxer had sinewy arms from years of training.
slobbered start learning		to let saliva or liquid run from the mouth; to drool The dog slobbered eagerly as it waited for its dinner.
soot start learning		a black powdery or flaky substance consisting largely of amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter The chimney sweep removed the soot from the fireplace.
sots start learning		habitual drinkers; drunkards The tavern was frequented by sots who spent their days drinking and gambling.
speckled start learning		covered or marked with a large number of small spots or patches of color The bird's eggs were speckled with brown spots.
splotchy start learning		marked with irregularly shaped patches or spots of color The painter's first attempt was splotchy and uneven.
spurs start learning		a device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward The cowboy's spurs jingled as he rode into town.
squander start learning		to waste something, especially money or time, in a reckless and foolish manner He squandered his inheritance on frivolous purchases.
staves start learning		narrow strips of wood that form the sides of a barrel, tub, or similar cylindrical object The cooper carefully assembled the staves to create a sturdy barrel.
studded start learning		decorated or augmented with studs or similar small projecting ornaments Her leather jacket was studded with silver spikes.
succinct start learning		briefly and clearly expressed She gave a succinct summary of the main points.
sward start learning		an expanse of short grass The sheep grazed peacefully on the green sward.
swatting start learning		hitting or striking something with a sharp blow, especially using a flat object like a hand or a fly swatter He was swatting at the flies buzzing around the picnic table.
tallow start learning		a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used in making candles and soap The candles were made from tallow and scented with lavender.
talons start learning		the sharp, hooked claws of a bird of prey or other predatory animal The eagle's talons gripped its prey tightly.
tankard start learning		a large drinking cup, usually with a handle and a hinged lid He raised his tankard in a toast to his friends.
taunting start learning		teasing or challenging someone with scornful or insulting remarks The children were taunting each other on the playground.
tepid start learning		lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm The soup was tepid, not hot enough to be enjoyable.
thrice start learning		three times He knocked thrice on the door before it opened.
thwart start learning		to prevent someone from accomplishing something She tried to thwart his plans, but he was determined to succeed.
timber start learning		wood prepared for use in building and carpentry The cabin was constructed from sturdy timber logs.
to balk start learning		to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking She balked at the idea of moving to a new city.
trudge start learning		to walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions We trudged through the snow covered fields on our hike.
unduly start learning		excessively; to an unwarranted degree She felt unduly stressed by the pressure of the upcoming deadline.
urchin start learning		a mischievous young child, typically one who is poorly dressed The little urchin begged for food on the streets.
vair start learning		a fur used in medieval clothing, typically with a pattern resembling squirrel fur The nobleman's cloak was lined with vair.
vehemence start learning		the display of strong feeling; passion He argued his point with great vehemence, refusing to back down.
vied start learning		competed eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something The two teams vied for the championship title.
wallowing start learning		indulging in something with great enjoyment or satisfaction She spent the afternoon wallowing in a bubble bath.
walrus start learning		a large marine mammal with long tusks and prominent whiskers, found in the Arctic Ocean The walrus hauled itself out of the water onto the ice floe.
wattle start learning		a framework of poles and interwoven branches used for making fences, walls, and roofs The farmer repaired the wattle fence around the pasture.
wayns start learning		an archaic term for wagons or carts The wayns were loaded with supplies for the long journey ahead.
whicker start learning		(of a horse) to make a gentle, low sound The horse whickered softly as its owner approached with a carrot.
wondrous start learning		inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous They gazed in wonder at the wondrous sight before them.
writhe start learning		to make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body The snake began to writhe as it shed its old skin.
zorses start learning		a hybrid animal resulting from the crossbreeding of a zebra and a horse The zorses grazed peacefully in the field, their striped coats gleaming in the sunlight.

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