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AP English Language Academic Vocabulary (List # 1) Flashcards

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7166121326Abstract(n) not concrete; theoretical or hypothetical; rooted in ideas0
7166127895Absurd(adj) wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate1
7166129730Accumulation(n) a mass or quantity of something that has gradually gathered2
7166131714Acquisition(n) an asset or object bought or obtained; the learning or developing of a skill, habit, or quality3
7166149528Agitate(v) to make someone troubled or nervous4
7166150644Ambitious(adj) having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed5
7166153254Amendment(n) a change or addition to a legal or statutory document6
7166155979Analogy(n) a comparison made to show similarity7
7166158308Analysis(n) detailed examination of the elements or structure of something, typically as a basis for discussion or interpretation8
7166160908Anecdote(n) a short story intended to illustrate a point9
7166162142Aptitude(n) a natural ability to do something10
7166162567Argument(n) a discussion in which reasons are put forward in support of and against a proposition, proposal, or case; debate11
7166167965Assertion(n) a positive statement or declaration; a claim12
7166168577Berate(v) scold or criticize someone angrily13
7166170524Censor(v) examine officially (a book, article, movie, etc.) and suppress unacceptable parts14
7166172273Characterize(v) describe the distinctive nature or features of15
7166175383Charismatic(adj) exercising a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others16
7166177411Chronological(adj) relating to the establishment of dates and time sequences17
7166177766Clarify(v) make a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible18
7166191566Compelling(adj) not able to be refuted; inspiring conviction19
7166192342Complex(adj)consisting of many different and connected parts20
7166193238Component(n) a part or element of a larger whole21
7166195556Conciliatory(adj) intended or likely to placate or pacify22
7166196784Condemn(v) express complete disapproval of, typically in public23
7166198322Condescending(adj) having or showing a feeling of patronizing superiority24
7166199630Conditional(adj) subject to one or more requirements being met; made or granted on certain terms25
7166201575Conjecture(v) form an opinion or supposition about something on the basis of incomplete information26
7166202931Contemporary(n) a person or thing living or existing at the same time as another27
7166206850Contradict(v) deny the truth of a statement, especially by asserting the opposite28
7166209036Connotation(n) the implied or suggested meaning of a word29
7166211543Convention(n) a way in which something is usually done, especially within a particular area, activity, or language30
7166213918Conviction(n) a firmly held belief or opinion31
7166215787Deceptive(adj) giving an appearance or impression different from the true one32
7166217833Defy(v) to challenge the power of33
7166218994Denotation(n) the literal or dictionary definition of a word34
7166219872Dialect(n) regional variations of language35
7169346555Disdainful(adj) showing contempt or lack of respect36
7169347736Discredit(v) harm the good reputation of someone or something37
7169354341Discrepancy(n) a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts; inconsistency of information38
7169362822Disseminate(v) spread or disperse (something, especially information) widely39
7169419478Demeanor(n) outward behavior or bearing40
7169421152Dynamic(adj) characterized by constant change, activity, or progress41
7169422277Editorial(n) a newspaper article written by or on behalf of an editor that gives an opinion on a topical issue42
7169426506Emphasize(v) give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing43
7169428581Entice(v) attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage44
7169430532Erratic(adj) not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable45
7169442184Euphemism(n) a mild, vague, or pleasant expression which is substituted for an expression that is harsh or offensive46
7169446755Evaluate(v) to judge or determine the significance , worth, or quality of; assess47
7182163789Evidence(n) the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid48
7182223502Exemplary(adj) serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kinda49
7182223503Explicit(adj) stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt50
7182223504Footnote(n) an ancillary piece of information printed at the bottom of the page51
7182223505Generalization(n) a general statement, idea, or principle; a proposition asserting something to be true of all members of a certain class or of an indefinite part of that class52
7182223506Implausible(adj) not seeming reasonable or probable; failing to convince53
7182223507Imply(v) to indicate or suggest without being explicitly stated54
7182223508Impressionistic(adj) based on subjective reactions presented unsystematically; in the style of impressionism (art)55
7182223509Improvise(v) create or perform spontaneously or without preparation56
7182223510Incredulity(n) the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something57
7182223511Indignant(n) feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment58
7182223512Innumerable(adj) too many to be counted (often used hyperbolically)59
7182223513Inversion(n) reversal of the usual or natural order of words60
7182223514Irony(n) the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning; an outcome of events contrary to what was expected to happen61
7182223515Juxtapositionplacing side-by-side with the intent of comparing and contrasting (the verb is "to juxtapose")62
7182223516Modify(v) make partial or minor changes to something; amend63
7182223517Novice(n) a person new to or inexperienced in a field64
7182223518Objective(adj) unbiased; free of personal opinion65
7182223519Parallelism(n) using elements in sentences that are grammatically similar or identical in structure, sound, or meaning66
7182223520Prose(n) the normal form of written or spoken language (sentence and paragraph form rather than poetry)67
7182223521Provocative(adj) deliberately causing annoyance, anger, or another strong reaction68
7182223522Qualification(n) modification, limitation, or restriction (often to an argument or position)69
7182223523Radical(adj) very different from the usual or traditional70
7182223524Rarefied(adj) extremely high or elevated; lofty; exalted71
7182223525Reasoning(n) the action of thinking about something in a logical and sensible way72
7182223526Reiterate(v) say something again or a number of times73
7182223527Relevance(n) the condition of being relevant or connected with the matter at hand74
7182223528Reverence(n) deep respect for someone or something75
7182223529Speculative(adj) engaged in, expressing, or based on conjecture76
7182223530Sublime(adj) of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration77
7182223531Subtle(adj) fine or delicate in meaning or intent; difficult to perceive or understand78
7182223532Synergy(n) the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect of greater than the sum of their separate effects79
7182223533Theory(n) a belief, policy, or procedure proposed or followed as the basis of action80
7182223534Unassailable(adj) unable to be attacked, questioned, or defeated81
7182223535Understated(adj) presented or expressed in a subtle and effective way82
7182223536Venerate(v) regard with great respect; revere83
7182223537Whim(n) a sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained84
7182223538Wrought(v) worked into shape by artistry or effort85

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