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VOCABULARY WEEK 7&8
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| to make (something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief) continue indefinitely. | Perpetuate – (v) |
| a type of language that consists of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal; are more common in speech than in writing, and are typically restricted to a particular context or group of people. | Slang - (n.) |
| the way in which people in a particular area, country, or social group pronounce words. | Accent - (n.) |
| the act of falling in love with someone who is unsuitable or the wrong person. | Anaxiphilia – (n.) |
| pleasure derived from another person's misfortune. | Schadenfreude - (n.) |
| cheerful and friendly. | Jovial – (adj.) |
| to light a fire; or to inspire or stir up an emotion. | Kindle – (verb) |
| very clear and easy to understand. | Lucid – (adj.) |
| new and original; not like anything seen before. | Novel – (adj.) |
| not well-known; difficult to see or understand. | Obscure – (adj.) |
| engaged in deep or serious thought. | Pensive – (adj.) |
| to put an end to something, typically by force; to quiet a strong emotion. | Quell – (verb) |
| shining brightly; showing great joy, love, or health. | Radiant – (adj.) |
| a state of being in short supply; a shortage. | Scarcity – (noun) |
| absolutely necessary or important; essential. | Vital – (adj.) |
| fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing. | Eloquent – (adj.) |
| truthful and straightforward; honest. | Candid – (adj.) |
| simple, plain, and without luxury. | Austere – (adj.) |
| to clear someone of blame or suspicion. | Vindicate – (v.) |
| kind and generous. | Benevolent – (adj.) |
| showing a willingness to take bold risks. | Audacious – (adj.) |
| a feeling of deep sadness. | Melancholy – (n.) |
| perfect; without mistakes. | Impeccable – (adj.) |
| difficult and requiring great effort. | Arduous – (adj.) |
| a feeling of intense happiness and excitement. | Euphoria – (n.) |