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English Vocabulary
Lesson 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Divulge | To tell; to reveal Syn: unveil; disclose Ant: Conceal |
| Abet | To assist or encourage, especially in wrongdoing Syn: promote; incite Ant: impede; dissuade |
| Dogmatic | Arrogant and stubborn about one's (often unproven) beliefs Syn: dictatorial Ant: open-minded |
| Insipid | Lacking flavor; dull; not at all stimulating Syn: flat; lifeless Ant: challenging |
| Extraneous | Inessential; not constituting a vital part Syn: irrelevant Ant: essential |
| Coerce | To force by using pressure, intimidation, or threats Syn: compel |
| Jaundiced | Prejudiced; hostile Syn: skeptical; cynical Ant: believing; trusting |
| Meticulous | Extremely, sometimes excessively, careful about small details; precise Syn: fastidious Ant: sloppy |
| Temerity | Recklessness; a foolish disregard of danger Syn: audacity Ant: prudence |
| Gregarious | Sociable; fond of the company of others Syn: genial; friendly Ant: reclusive |