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breathe on humid days.Imagine being in a room where chemicals are mixed.my-AZ-muha subtle distinction or variationFrom the French nuer, "to make shades of color."NStereotyping ignores the %a%s%as of individual character.To overlook the %a%s%as of a problem is to risk a wrong answer.seancepremonitionfruitionnicetyveritymoietyentityThe %a%s%a in the Renoir was created by subtle color shadings.monotonestanzametronomemonogamyThe picture of Hades was one %a%s%a--black and gray.Grasping the %ss of the situation, Ed reconsidered.Your hair is most becoming swept up in a %s.Ann went to the infirmary, where she was treated for a %s.Imagine the different shadings on a color chart.NYU-ahnssan exceptional, unusual, or abnormal person, thing, or occurrenceFrom the Greek phainomenos, "to appear."NNot one of the events described was an actual observable %a%s%a.This neighborhood junior %a%s%a had cut 14 lawns in one week.irrelevancynoumenonhallucinationhappeninghappenstanceharangueharbingerMany people have been through an earthquake, a natural %a%s%a.illusionintrusiontransfusioninfusionSeeing a lake in the desert is a common %a%s%a, or mirage.He was indescribable, a %s only a mother could love.A high-powered %s telescope was used to observe sightings.Scientists rushed to record the %s of falling asteroids.Imagine an event such as Halley's comet.f'NOM-uh-nona brief statement giving a general view of a subject; a summaryFrom the Greek synopsis, "comprehensive view."NHe gave the police a %a%s%a of the events leading to the crime.Before writing her thesis, she was required to hand in a %a%s%a.diagnosisprognosissyzygycompendiumcompilationcomptrollertangentEach participant was asked to give a %a%s%a of his job.thesissynchronizationsynodtabloidInstead of a brief summary, she launched into a %a%s%a.We asked for a %s and he gave us his life history.The patient had pernicious %s, marked by stuttering.Asked for his %s of the case, the doctor shook his head.Imagine a condensed version of a book.sin-OP-sisa trace or visible sign left by something vanished or lostFrom the Latin vestigium, "footstep, footprint, track, vestige."NThere wasn't a %a%s%a of makeup to reveal the disguise.There are no %a%s%as of "The Lost Civilization of Atlantis."prestigevestibulevestureremainsrepatriationrequiemregistryThe steaming lava buried the last %a%s%a of civilization.monumentemolumentmoralemendingThe pharaohs left lasting %a%s%as of their ancient civilization.Revolution was thwarted by the country's %s interests.Over his surplice went a golden %s and an ornate gold cross.After the dog got it, there wasn't a %s of pie left.Imagine watching the ocean dissolve your footprints in the sand.VESS-tijsimultaneous attraction to and repulsion from a person or objectFrom the Latin ambi + valent, "both" + "strength."NHer %a%s%a toward her work made it hard to change jobs.He blew hot and cold and couldn't explain his %a%s%a toward her.complementambidexterityanimadversionuncertaintyobsequityanchoritecoalitionThere is a lot of %a%s%a in a "love/hate" relationship.stabilitycoherencemobilitypalpabilityThey had been happily married for years, and had great %a%s%a.His high voice she put down to %s.The schooner grounded when it struck a school of %s."I like it but it makes me fat" sums up my %s toward food.Imagine not being able to make up your mind about something.am-BIH-vuh-lencea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated change of mindFrom the Italian capriccio, "head with hair standing on end."NOn a %a%s%a, the king had his jester beheaded.The "Jet Set" indulges its often expensive %a%s%as.consensusfactormockerywhimworkmanshipwarrantwastelandUncle Elmer had suddenly stopped at a yard sale on a %a%s%a.resolveabsolutioninsurrectioninvolvementShe was firm in her %a%s%a and dedication to the task at hand.Loretta's %s needed major repairs.Ted indulged his wife's %s for extravagant negligees.Abel was rushed to the hospital with a collapsed %s.Imagine suddenly changing your mind.kuh-PREESscarcity, inadequate supplyFrom Middle English dere, "costly."NThere was a %a%s%a of textbooks and students had to share.After the epidemic there was a %a%s%a of medical supplies.dirgedelugefeatlackinventoryhiatusrosterThere is a %a%s%a of food in most Third World countries.surplusspoilagesnaresuetExcellent weather conditions led to a %a%s%a of wheat.There was a %s of jobs, so I took the first one I found.Judy's first was a complete %s.Archaeologists have discovered an ancient burial %s.Imagine a perpetually empty refrigerator.DERTHa state of rest or balance due to the equal action of opposing forcesFrom the Latin aequilibrium, "equal balance."NThe %a%s%a of the teams caused the outcome to be a tie.I find it difficult to maintain %a%s%a in a noisy crowd.equipoisepandemoniumcerebellumequanimityvalencebalustradebrouhahaOut of the city and in the quiet cabin, he regained his %a%s%a.instabilityinviolabilityinscrutabilityinvulnerabilityThere was %a%s%a in the land around the erupting volcanoe.An arbitrator was called in to break the state of %s.She fell and sustained an injury of her %s.%s is the difference between subtrahend and minuend.Imagine a scale in perfect balance.ee-quil-IB-ree-uma complete failureFrom the Old High German flaska, "bottle."NThe peace talks were a grim %a%s%a, with both sides walking out.The orchestra was late, the guests boring--a %a%s%a of a party.fiathiatusdelugefloppropsopdollopThe production was an utter %a%s%a: even the audience quit.triumphtribalismtribulationtributeAfter a victory, Caesar was carried through Rome in %a%s%a.They left the %s of a meeting frustrated and without a deal.They scaled the cliff with %s in hand.In Madrid's Prado museum are paintings by the %s masters.Imagine dinner burning to a crisp.fee-ASS-kothe use of words to express something other than the literal meaningFrom the Greek eironein, "a dissembler."NThe %a%s%a of the disguise was that he knew she knew him.It was the %a%s%a of fate: trapped with the man she despised.calumnyignoringblasphemysarcasmrhetoricsarcophaguschasmThere was %a%s%a: she was right back where she started.sincerityasperitytemeritycelebrityWith great %a%s%a, she vowed her love for her friend.It was %s that their parents now left the ex-lovers alone.To put starch in his %s he asked for an extension.If he never dated again, he would not date a girl named %s.Imagine someone remarking, "Nice weather we`re having!" and it's raining.EYE-ruh-neea social facade reflecting the role one is playing in lifeFrom the Latin persona, "a fictitious representation".NWe tried to get to know him, but his %a%s%a was too resistant.We noted a violent %a%s%a, but hoped to find his true feelings.impotencebuffoonalternateaffectationdillusionaversiondispositionThe %a%s%a he displayed made it difficult for us to trust him.animaresignationhavocliabilityWith the help of analysis, he discovered his true %a%s%a.That %s is the one who came to my house last night.A self-absorbed %s can make relationships difficult.He was not able to tear his %s from his childhood memories.Imagine observing the actions of a pretentious individual.per-SO-nuha person of rank, note, or distinctionFrom the Latin persona, "actor's mask," "character in a play."NThe important %a%s%a entered in an aura of omnipotence.She was a humble %a%s%a to the world, but a beacon light to us.persiflageperspectivepropinquitypersonalitybanalityfeasibilitypuerilityHe was an imposing %a%s%a, with a beetle brow and a hawk nose.nonentitynomenclaturenaivetepertinenceAlmost a %a%s%a in his time, he gained fame after his death.We were instructed to remove all %s and report for duty.The %s, inhabited by the parson, was just next door.The entrepreneur is a maverick %s, a respected loner.Imagine meeting someone of distinction whom you admire.PURSE-suh-nijan intense and often urgent natural inclinationFrom the Latin propensus, "leaning," "disposed."NThe boy had a %a%s%a for trouble and was always getting into it.He had a %a%s%a of eating everything in sight.proprietyperspicuityperspicacitypenchantpenitencepenancepenicillinShe had a disturbing %a%s%a for picking losers.repugnancerebuttalrepudiationretributionHis %a%s%a for cigars was evidenced by violent retching.The clouds overhead had an ominous %s toward thundershowers.The delicate social situation requires a degree of %s.The %s of the trees made it difficult to pick the fruit.Imagine an insatiable desire for chocolate.pro-PEN-sih-teea figure of speech where two unlike things are explicitly comparedFrom the Latin similis, "like."NIn the language of %a%s%a, she shook like a bowl full of jelly."Gentle as a lamb" is a %a%s%a so well worn it's a cliche.homilysingularitysimilitudeimagemirageimpactwelkinMany poets use %a%s%as comparing beauty to art or nature.metaphorsemaphoremetamorphosismetaphysicsThe Book of Revelations is considered an allegory, or %a%s%a."The fog was as thick as pea soup" is a British %s.Her posthumous gift to her granddaughter was a lace %s.A %s gleamed greenly in the gloaming.Imagine the phrase, "She is like a rose."SIM-uh-leeassimilation, incorporation; entire occupation of mindFrom the Latin absorbere, "to absorb"NHis career was his religion, an %a%s%a that excluded all else.The company's %a%s%a of the costs almost bankrupted it.abstentionvaluationdiminutionpreoccupationoptionproxyprescience%a%s%a into a character is how many actor's prepare for roles.distractiondiffusionturmoilwarrantThe noise proved to be such a %a%s%a, she couldn't concentrate.She pleaded %s in her work, which was all she cared about.The student experienced %s but soon made friends.%s was the company's game, and the public soaked it up.Imagine a sponge full of water.ub-ZORP-shuna recurrence of forms typical of remote ancestorsFrom the Latin atavus, "ancestor."NHe recognized that sulking was an %a%s%a--his uncle had done it.The anthropologist noted many %a%s%as in the tribe's behavior.anachronismhodgepodgesolecismthrowbackswaybackhumpbackremnantThe "family nose" was King Charles' most obvious %a%s%a.irregularitynonentityreclamationproliferationSuch high intelligence was an unexpected %a%s%a in their family.His vegetarian habits were attributed to an overseas %s.Smoking a corncob pipe was an %s Ed got from his Uncle Ned.Mary got a severe case of %s from eating leftovers.Imagine noting resemblances between new and old family photos.AT-uh-vizma trite phrase or expression that has lost its impact through overuseFrom the French clicher, "to stereotype."NThe prose was turgid, the plot %a%s%ad: in short, a bestseller.The romance was a %a%s%a: he loved her but she didn't love him.reparteesolacetrothstereotypedaguerreotypestoliditysatrapHer "little girl" get-up made her an embodiment of %a%s%a.witticismcatechismostracismradicalismThe audience laughed at the comedian's original %a%s%a.The skirt was tucked full and fanned out into a narrow %s.The van %sd uncontrollably, and the wheels fell off.It seems that today's slang becomes tomorrow's %s.Imagine "age before beauty," "busy as a beaver," "cool as a cucumber."klee-SHAYthe power of making fine distinctions; treatment not based on meritFrom the Latin discriminatus, "separated."N%a%s%a has to do with refinement versus crudeness.The decorator used %a%s%a to pick the colors.discretiondisseminationrecriminationjudgmentrudimenttenementbettermentThe food critic must use %a%s%a in his choice of restaurants.imprudencepeccadilloimprovidenceimprovisationHer choice of friends showed %a%s%a, as they weren't reliable.She was good at %s, or producing illuminated manuscripts.The art of %s was writing on a discus in scrimshaw.%s told him the man was an actor acting like a leader.Imagine a wine taster.di-scri-mi-NAY-shunthe act or result of reasoning from particulars to generals; initiationFrom the Middle Latin inducere, "to induct."NBy %a%s%a he reasoned that if one was rotten, they all were.A letter from the draft board presaged his %a%s%a into the army.inducementperquisitepermutationinferencereferencedeferencesufferanceBy %a%s%a he concluded that the uniforms belonged to the Scouts.insightennuiperorationimbroglioHe arrived at the conclusion through a pure leap of %a%s%a.The process of %s turns jam to jelly, silver to gold.An orientation seminar completed my %s into the company.Swimming lessons began by %s into troubled waters.Imagine an isolated event that answers a broad or general question.in-DUCK-shunsmall or trivial details; trifling circumstances or mattersFrom the Latin minutia, "smallness."NA young man of promise, he was strangling on the %a%s%a of life.After the tragedy, she found the %a%s%a strangely comforting.MedusaenvironsfacultiestrivialuciditydeclivityalliterationIn a small, rural area, conversation often consists of %a%s%a.imponderablesentreatiesdissemblersimprobabilitiesShe had a broad intellect and loved to ponder life's %a%s%a.The mountaineer warned them to put on their %s in the snow.Only lovers want to know all the %s of each other's lives.The Roman goddess %s was in charge of wisdom and the hunt.Imagine recording all the mundane happenings of the day in a diary.mi-NOO-she-eethe standard of what is socially acceptable in conduct or speechFrom the Midle French propriete, "quality of a person or thing."NTo offend %a%s%a was to risk banishment to society's fringes.To name a part of the body was not in keeping with %a%s%a.proscriptionproprietorproportiondecorumdeferenceprosceniumnormYears ago, %a%s%a dictated hats and white gloves for ladies.improprietyimpoverishmentimpostorimponderablesThe %a%s%a of the remark was evident in the shocked silence.He no sooner achieved %s when he "fell off the wagon" again.%s has a civilizing effect on the cruder elements of humans.A man of great %s, he subscribed generously to the Church.Imagine living your life by the etiquette book.pruh-PRY-uh-teean act or the process of returning; turning the opposite wayFrom the Latin reversio, "act of returning."NWhenever she went home, she seemed to experience a %a%s%a.The habit was a startling %a%s%a to his great-great grandfather.revulsionrecisiongestationthrowbackperversioncritiquebacklashShe had a %a%s%a to an old childhood habit of biting her lip.progressiondigressionobsessiondiscomfitureIt was fun to watch the pup's %a%s%a to a well-trained dog.The book had been slated for %s and then was dropped.She experienced an acute feeling of %s on seeing her sister.She knew the fear was an unreasoning %s to the past.Imagine yourself as a baby again.rih-VER-zhunthe action of agents that increases effectiveness when taken togetherFrom the Greek synergos, "work together."NThe human voice with orchestra produces a rich %a%s%a of sound.Drugs that cannot act independently must act in %a%s%a.eulogyatavismeuphemismtandemransomsensationcoordinationThe two elements in %a%s%a accomplished the impossible.isolationpermutationculminationfulminationThey worked in %a%s%a, one having nothing to do with the other.Labor and management are the %s that makes the economy run.He professed great %s for one of so little experience.%s is the weapon of cowards.Imagine a cog and a wheel working together to pull an engine.SIN-er-jizman event or situation that occurs by chance; change of state or conditionFrom the Latin vicissitudo, "in turn."NFinancial plans must consider the %a%s%as of a changing economy.Despite the %a%s%as of their lives, they had remained friends.narcissistdimensionvestibulechangeplatitudeparadigmvariableAt reunions, we see how the %a%s%as of life change people.status quoambivalencequorumrancorThe company would not change: it preferred to keep the %a%s%a.The %s of her wardrobe badly needed replacing."Let's leave my %s out of this!", she cried.With the %ss of daily life, one needs a flexible attitude.Imagine the ups and downs of a TV soap opera.vuh-SISS-uh-toodperformance of executive duties; the management of an organizationFrom the Latin administration, "service."NOpposition was vocal to the %a%s%a's foreign policy.His %a%s%a was marred by waste, mismanagement, and ineptness.animadversionattenuationadulationmanagementdesparagementdebacletonsureConstant turnover had plunged the %a%s%a into chaos.misguidancehauteuramateurvestigeHis %a%s%a of the company caused its failure.His %s of the trust fund was called into question.The %s of the wound was quick, gentle, and effective.She had hoped to take up %s, but refuses to wear potholders.Imagine the public affairs experts that surround the President.ad-min-i-STRAY-shunrigorously self-disciplined living without excess, luxury, or easeFrom the Greek austeros, "harsh, severe."NShe was a woman of great %a%s%a--spare, stern, and gaunt.Europe experienced periods of %a%s%a after World Wars I and II.incongruityasperitysuperfluityasceticismascotascendencymonotheismThe %a%s%a of the cottage made her homesick for palace life.hedonismanarchycreedcredulityIt is a tropical paradise, where %a%s%a and luxury abound.Post-war U.S. experienced a period of great %s.Having been brought up in %s, the rich food sickened her."Why didn't you tell me?" she snapped with %s.Imagine living the humble life of a monk.aws-TER-ih-teegeneral agreement of opinionFrom the Latin consentire, "to hold an opinion."NThe budget committee took seven hours to reach a %a%s%a.The %a%s%a among the downed passengers was to swim for shore.consignmentconspiracycensusunanimityuniformityanonymityvanityIt is difficult to reach a %a%s%a on controversial questions.dissentdialogueascentdescentThe vote was almost unanimous, with one member in %a%s%a.Tell the truth or suffer the legal %s.A %s must be reached before the council can adjourn.The quartermaster signed for the %s of blankets.Imagine a unanimous vote.kun-SEN-sussderiving a conclusion by reasoning; inference from a given premisesFrom the Latin deducere, "to lead away."NFrom the sirens came the %a%s%a that there was an emergency.The coroner made several %a%s%as from the corpse's injuries.infractioncircumlocutionprofusionconclusionobtrusioncadencefusionHolmes`s favorite means of solving a crime was by %a%s%a.intuitionambergrisimpositioncalibrationEven without proof, %a%s%a told me something was wrong.He took too many unsupported %ss on his income tax.One, lone %s remained in the deserted railway compartment.%s caused the two edges to warp and crack.Imagine reasoning from the evidence of wet pavement that it has rained.de-DUCK-shunone who is primarily interested in things outside the selfFrom the Latin extrovertere, "to turn outside."NAn %a%s%a, he made friends easily and dreaded solitude.An %a%s%a, she never knew what her inner self was doing.extremismExpressionismexuberancesyntonesynecdochesymmetrysemanticThe %a%s%a was outspoken and enjoyed being with people.introvertitinerantinvestitureinvocationHe was such an %a%s%a that talking to a group was an ordeal.The vice squad caught the %s showing the label on his socks.The %ss hatch young and turn pink at birth.A shy person married to an %s is often uncomfortable.Imagine being the "life of the party" all the time.EX-tro-vertthe observation or examination of one's own mental or emotional stateFrom the Latin introspectus, "looked within."N%a%s%a is a valuable writer's tool for developing characters.Self-indulgent %a%s%a could be harmful to one's social life.interventioninterrelationrationaleintroversionadhesionoverturecohesionSince keeping a journal, she had become more given to %a%s%a.extraversionextremityinfirmitydittyCaught up in %a%s%a, he never gave a thought to his inner self.She was so self-absorbed in %s the world passed her by.The company books were presented for the auditor's %s.%s was used to lift loose mineral deposits from the soil.Imagine yourself daydreaming.in-tra-SPEK-shunthe capacity to view things in their true relations or importanceFrom the Latin prospectus, "prospect."NA nation lacking historical %a%s%a is doomed to repeat the past.They invited the new member to give a fresh %a%s%a on the issue.perspicuityperjuryimminenceviewpointvisionvigilvignetteThe ability to assess the present depends on past %a%s%as.myopiautopiamisanthropymisogynyHis %a%s%a was such that he could never see the other side.The landlord interviewed %s tenants while I was still there.Away from the battle front, he regained his %s on the war.To his eyes, the opportunity afforded a golden %s.Imagine putting yourself in the other person's place.per-SPEK-tivan aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions of anotherFrom the Greek polemikos, "warlike," "hostile."NThe Reformation began when Luther launched his famous %a%s%a.Many revolutions stem from abuses and are initiated by %a%s%as.reclamationprovisoedictdisputationdispensationrefutationdispositionThe ancient Greek philosophers were fond of %a%s%as.entreatyentrenchmententrapmentdispositionThe Sophists preferred subtle persuasion or %a%s%a to bombast.It was not %s to the subject at hand but a digression."A soft answer turneth away wrath" is not the creed of %ss.The bumper sticker enjoined us to "hug a %s today."Imagine taking part in a heavy debate.po-LEM-ikaccess or resort to a person or thing for help or protectionFrom the Latin recursus, "return," "retreat."NTheir only %a%s%a was to go to the judge and explain everything.Fortunately, they had %a%s%a to the court of appeals.concourseenclavereconnaissanceresortresolvesortiesoireeThe plaintiff refused to bargain, so the defense had no %a%s%a.riskobeliskepistlediskIn the raging sea, the rudder broken, he was totally at %a%s%a.We thought we'd replay the %s, but the weather had changed.They got all the way to the %s and forgot to register."What %s have I if you let me down?" she pleaded.Imagine having to take someone to court to collect on a debt owed you.REE-korsan undertaking involving risk or uncertaintyFrom the Middle English aventuren, "adventure."NThe climb up Mt. Everest is still a %a%s%a fraught with danger.They embarked on a major capital %a%s%a to feed the Third World.censurevestmentsclosureriskunderwriterundulationunderlingStarting a software company is a real %a%s%a in today's market.cinchclinchlurchkitschLots of capital and built-in contacts made the idea a %a%s%a.He was given a brief %s and sternly admonished.The lease provided for %s if the landlord reneged.It was a %s into the unknown, this journey into the chasm.Imagine starting your own business.VEN-churkeeness of perceptionFrom the Latin acutus, "sharp".NThe inspector put forth all his %a%s%a in solving the mystery.She showed %a%s%a in picking top-notch salesmen.syzygyacridityvacuitysharpnessveracityloquacityambiguityJeff's innate %a%s%a helps him diagnose problems quickly.obtusenessobtrusionobservanceabstrusenessHis %a%s%a is remarkable: he never learns from his mistakes.Sue planned to retire on an %s bought for her by her father.Tests showed a high rate of %s among early teethers.She had the %s to see that it was an act for her benefit.Imagine sensing that things are not as you've been led to believe.uh-KYOO-ih-teean authoritative order, charge, or direction; a group so chargedFrom the Latin commission, "a committing."NA %a%s%a was established to administer the city's parks.The officer received his %a%s%a and was posted to duty.omissionconcessionconfiscationorderardorhors d'oeuvresarbitageHe was given the %a%s%a to appoint a sheriff.rescindmentrecidivismrevisionismalignmentTom issued a %a%s%a and all liberties were cancelled.He was "confined to quarters" for not getting %s first.A distinction is made between "sins of %s" and "omission."He committed %s and was excommunicated from the Church.Imagine paying someone to paint a picture or build a ship.kuh-MI-shunone who organizes, manages, and assumes responsibility for a businessFrom the French entreprendre, "one who undertakes."NAmerican business was etablished by bold, inventive %a%s%as.It's hard to be an %a%s%a in today`s conglomerate economy.occupationdefectorartisanprincipalmoderatesuperlativeexpletiveThe %a%s%a was the whole company: management and labor.employeeabdicationabrogationdepredationThinking himslef a lowly %a%s%a, he was scared of his boss.It was a formal affair, and he was afraid of making an %s.It was an awful situation, an %s he would never forget.Many %ss began be selling lemonade to their neighbors.Imagine an ambitious person founding a successful company.on-treh-pre-NERoccurring at any moment; threateningly or menacingly near or at handFrom the Latin imminens, "overhanging."NThe %a%s%a of a battle hung in the room's tense atmosphere.The young mother became nervous at the %a%s%a of birth.competencevirulenceevidenceimpendenceimpenetrabilityimpingementimplicationHigh winds and seas announced the %a%s%a of the hurricane.eventualitypunctualitypartialityspecialityThe %a%s%a of the promotion was too nebulous to predict.They all bowed to the cardinal's %s and superior experience.It was nothing but the rarest %s to have to put up with it.The battle's smoke and noise foretold its %s.Imagine a difficult exam looming on the horizon.IH-min-nenssundue expansion of currency; a corresponding rise in pricesFrom the Latin inflation, "a blowing into."NSkyrocketing prices from high %a%s%a is the #1 issue today.Getting less for your money is an inevitable result of %a%s%a.infractioninflammationinfrastructureoverexpansionoverrunovertureoverratingA breadloaf's costing a truckload of cash is %a%s%a of currency.deflationfranchisedeflectiondefilementWe have yet to see much %a%s%a in this country.The fire had reached the %s stage, burning out of control.Canine %s is my dog's favorite game with his food.One result of %s is a lowered standard of living.Imagine prices as they were ten years ago.in-FLAY-shuna remedy for all disease or ills, an answer to all problemsFrom the Greek panakeia, "all healing."NA cuddly teddy bear is a child's %a%s%a from all trouble.She had hoped that the new job would be her %a%s%a.panachepulchritudepandemiccure-allenigmaplacebomissiveMateria medisa is thought of as the %a%s%a for mankind's ills.Pandora's boxculminationcul-de-sacpandemoniumLegend has it that from %a%s%a came all the world's evil.The goddess Hera wears a 12-pronged %s on her head.She wore a wide, fluted %s under her crinoline.He felt that cutting costs would be the company's %s.Imagine a magic pill to cure all diseases.pan-uh-SEE-uhanticipation of an event without conscious reasonFrom the Latin praemonitus, "to warn in advance."NAs he crossed the bridge, a vague %a%s%a of danger assailed him.The loud wail of a siren chilled her with a %a%s%a of tragedy.gumptiondominiontranspositionpresentimentprecisionperspectivepredicamentShe had a %a%s%a of disaster when the dog exited howling.surprisedemisesurmiserepriseThe attack was a total %a%s%a: they had had no warning.It is everyone's %s to change his or her mind.The sight of handcuffs filled him with a dreadful %s.The attackers gained ground just as we ran out of %s.Imagine experiencing deja vu at the dentist's office.pree-MUH-nih-shuna statement of reasons; a reasoned exposition of principlesFrom the Latin rationalis, "reason."NThe %a%s%a was that if it was in sight, people would use it.Since the %a%s%a behind his theory seemed flimsy, I rejected it.ratiocinationbravurabraggadocioexplanationexhalationextricationexpatriationThe %a%s%a for the policy's existence was seen as valid by most.ambiguityperpetuityacuitymagnanimityThere was a fundamental %a%s%a that was causing confusion.The %s for that doctrine stemmed from moral indigestion."%s" is the newest video offering from Japan's Kurosawa.The soprano picked a difficult %s for her encore.Imagine a book explaining the principles behind a philosophy.ra-shuh-NALsubtle, tricky, superficially plausible but fallacious reasoningFrom the Greek sophizesthai, "to become wise," "to deceive."NHe left academia, disgusted with intellectual %a%s%a.Because his thesis was built on %a%s%a, it failed in practice.sonorityseverityteleologyspeciousnessparallelismcallousnessspecificityIt all sounded plausible, but they knew it was all %a%s%a.logicpolemiccunctationlaxityHis flawless %a%s%a convinced them of the validity of his cause.Antique sofas embroidered in %s adorned the drawing room.%s is the mark of a superficial intellect.The local shopping mall was offering courses in %s.Imagine someone trying to argue you into doing something you know is wrong.SOF-iss-treethe ordinary, everyday language of a people; native languageFrom the Latin vernaculus, "native."NOveruse of %a%s%a indicates mental laziness or little education.%a%s%a is at first colorful, then becomes monotonous with use.oracularverminvergeconversationtergiversationcompilationconcatenationIn the %a%s%a he said, "You ain't seen nothin' yet!"academesejournaleseofficialesepigeon EnglishThe academic community tends to have its own speech, "%a%s%a."He was difficult to approach and %s to dogs and children.Like seasoning, a little %s lends variety to language.It was a %s production with a cast of hundreds.Imagine the difference between a professor's speech and a punk rocker's.ver-NAK-yuh-lerkeeness and depth of perception; wisdom in practical mattersFrom the Latin acumen, "point."NJohn D. Rockefeller used his great %a%s%a to make his fortune.Using %a%s%a investing her salary, she retired at age 35.cognomenpseudonymracketeershrewdnessshrewishnessbellicosityserendipityThe town's wealthiest banker was known for his business %a%s%a.gullibilityprecocitycredibilityguilelessnessNoted for his %a%s%a, he accepted the wooden nickel.On retirememt he was given a handsome %s for his collection.Fantail shrimp are a common form of the %s species.A consumer must use %s when dealing with salesmen's claims.Imagine a successful financier or stockbroker.uh-KEW-muna group of commercial enterprises designed to limit competitionFrom the Old Italian cartello, "letter of defiance."NThe %a%s%a cracked because its richest member left.Price fixing is a primary aim of %a%s%as.gavelchattelescheatmonopolymetamorphosiscolloquymonotoneFree trade and world economies are strangled by %a%s%as.competitioneruditonpalpitationattritionAdam Smith envisioned free trade and unlimited %a%s%a.One of the girls in her %s refused to wear a uniform.The %s forced her to use poor materials to keep prices low.The villagers were forced to pay a %s to the king.Imagine a vast international monopoly.kar-TELLa characterizing mark or trait; a standard for judging or decidingFrom the Greek krinein, "to judge, decide."NPhysical standards are not the only %a%s%a for judging beauty.She used the classics as her %a%s%a for judging literary merit.empyreanmyrmidonmoratoriumstandardanalogystricturepanoplyWeight was not a %a%s%a for judging the contestants.consistencydisparityjocularityhilarityInterest in medicine was the only %a%s%a among the students.He received an award for taking a %s to lunch.Her dress was distinctly a %s of the Alsatian lowlands.My only %s for a partner is that he have money.Imagine an umpire or linesman calling fouls.cry-TER-ee-unsomething difficult to understand or explainFrom the Greek ainigma, "to speak in riddles."NHow the kitten got out of the house was an %a%s%a.He told nothing of his past, preferring to remain an %a%s%a.definitionrenditionreferencemysterycertitudefeasabilityimpassabilityIt was inexplicable and remained an unavaoidable %a%s%a.explanationdegradationexpurgationrestorationAfter his %a%s%a, she understood everything.%ss grow rampantly in our garden.Stonehenge is considered to be a great %s.They lost the %s and decided to run again next year.Imagine a supernatural phenomena.eh-NIG-maa public speech, often emotional or bombasticFrom the Old High German hring, "to ring."NProfessor Schmidt gave a pompous %a%s%a promoting his theories.At the grave, a relative indulged in a long, emotional %a%s%a.hiatusharassmentharbingertiradetimbretemperamentterrainThe candidate delivered a lengthy %a%s%a against higher taxes.soliloquyobloquypedigreeantipathyHamlet delivers his %a%s%a quietly while alone on the parapet.The post office can deliver your %s in less than two days.The colonel %sd his troops on the evils of plundering.The doctor assured Megan her %s would have a normal birth.Imagine a political activist addressing a crowd of demonstrators.huh-RANGa desire to inflict injury or suffering on othersFrom the Latin malus, "bad."NCarl has felt %a%s%a toward her ever since she beat him at golf.The boss fired him out of %a%s%a because of an imagined insult.mettlememoirsminorityspitespritesporesobrietyThe poison pen letters were obviously motivated by %a%s%a.charityparitypercussionchastisementAmy's heart was full of %a%s%a and goodwill toward everyone.The wounded tiger's eyes were full of %s for his attacker.The author has an excellent repertoire of %s.Lee's pear tree has developed terminal %s.Imagine putting tacks on the chair of someone you dislike.MAL-issa feeble or ridiculous imitation; a work imitated for comic effectFrom the Greek paroidia, "a song or ode."NSo far, no one has made a %a%s%a of the tragedy Macbeth.Ballet is a target of %a%s%a, especially by men wearing tutus.prosodycalamityperplexitycaricatureconundrumcataclysmcartographyMonster comedies have appeared as a %a%s%a of "Frankenstein."originalregimenornamentspecimenLacking in humor, it was more like the %a%s%a, a tragedy.When the two superpowers had achieved %s, it was not enough.A %s on parliamentary procedure, everyone yelled at once.Parrots can be taught their own language, called "%s."Imagine children playing house.PAR-uh-deenearness in place, relationship, or time; affinity of natureFrom the Latin propinquus, "near," "akin."NAs cousins, they felt a %a%s%a of nature beyond mere blood.The meetings were held in %a%s%a so that everyone would attend.prosperitypropensityalacrityproximitytoxicityproxyprurienceThe two families, friends for years, lived in %a%s%a.distancedistaffdisdaindudgeonAs brothers, they had never been close and lived a %a%s%a away.Her complexion had a natural %s enhanced by outdoor life.Because of their %s in history the two men are often linked.A financier must possess shrewdness and %s to be successful.Imagine having a beloved sister or brother who lives very near you.pro-PINK-wi-teea related or derived aspect of something under consideration; offshootFrom the Latin ramificare, "to ramify, branch out."NThe %a%s%a of the stonethrowing was broken windows.The %a%s%as of the board's actions were clear: low profits.rampagerandomizationramblingconsequencecompatriotcommotioncomplacenceShe had no idea that the %a%s%as of her speech would be so bad.vacuumalloyvernacularverisimilitudeTotal silence greeted the proposal, and a %a%s%a resulted.When the news was told, %ss were heard throughout the house.The %s of his "innocent" statement was a libel suit.The package had sustained deep %ss, exposing its contents.Imagine the fallout from a nuclear explosion.ram-ih-fuh-KAY-shuna plan, scheme, or trick for surprising the enemy or gaining an endFrom the Greek strategein, "to be a general," "to maneuver."NThe debater's %a%s%a was "stonewalling" the opponent.Her %a%s%a for beating the other contestants was to appear nude.dictumstratumsanctumtrickparodyorificehubrisProbably history's most famous %a%s%a is the Trojan horse.candordebtortorporcreditorHe conducted the negotiations with %a%s%a, keeping all informed.First, he worked out on the %s, toning his torso.It was an ingenious %s, fooling even his allies.My parents bought them a %s for their backyard.Imagine playing war games.STRAT-uh-jema sympathy marked by community of interestFrom the Latin affinitas, "connection by marriage."NSocrates and his wife lacked %a%s%a, and she hated his work.Having no %a%s%a for geometry, all the angles looked alike.inanityliabilityaffluencelikinglibellikelihoodlikenessBurns & Allens's %a%s%a for show business made them a success.abhorrenceavoidancetreasoncaveatThey seemed to have a violent %a%s%a for each other's company.After they married, their %s dissolved as interests changed.Astronomers seldom talk about a trip to "%s."She had an %s just because she wasn't asked first.Imagine having a feeling for something, like music or art.uh-FIN-i-teea reduction in personnel as a result of resignation, retirement, etc.From the Latin atterere, "to rub against."NThe alarming %a%s%a rate made the company examine its policies.%a%s%a as a result of office politics caused her to quit.dronecatharsissymbiosisreductiondepictionpetitionnotionThe college could no longer stand student %a%s%a.accretionsecretionobsequityvolitionHer slim figure was fattened by the %a%s%a of rich food.The company couldn't afford to wait for %s to cut staff.They received %s to reprint the article in its entirety.In %s, he made several blunders on the invitation cards.Imagine people leaving an organization.uh-TRIH-shunevasion in speech; the use of superfluous words to express an ideaFrom the Latin circumlocution, "to talk in a circle."NYour tendency toward %a%s%a is a waste of both time and money.Many have tried to impose limits on the %a%s%a of Congressmen.elocutionpersecutionconvalutionprolixityfixationaberrationdenoumentBoard members are noted for using %a%s%a to win issues.concisenessprecisionmannerismnicetyCoolidge was famous for %a%s%a,answering in one or two words.A personage skilled in %s was asked to give the talk.The condemned man was scheduled to undergo %s at midnight.It was no time for %s: only the password would open it.Imagine a filibuster going on in the House of Representatives.ser-kum-lo-KEW-shundependent on chance or the fulfillment of a conditionFrom the Latin contingere, "to have contact with, befall."NThe will was very specific, providing for every possible %a%s%a.When both sides prove intransigent, a strike is a %a%s%a.conjunctionconvexityalacritypossibilityamiabilitypassivitychronicityShe had prepared for every %a%s%a except the one that occurred.certaintysuretylaxityvacuityThe report said a tornado was a %a%s%a, no longer a possibility.Fire was a genuine %s, and they hurriedly sought the exits.He accepted her offer of a donation with %s.They stayed at the resort on the %s plan.Imagine that you will be able to have a picnic if it doesn't rain.kun-TIN-jun-seethe final resolution; the outcome of a complex series of eventsFrom the French denouement, "an untying."NAt the %a%s%a, the inspector confronted the suspects.The %a%s%a was a showdown between the board and a shareholder.enhancementdenominationdemarcationconclusionconvulsionprotuberancecoverageEveryone was anxious for the %a%s%a of the tedious meeting.prologueepilogueanalogprelateThe judge's words were the %a%s%a to the jury's deliberations.Lady Ashley committed a %s that was talked about for years.All the actors took part in the play's %s at the last scene.He raised his eyebrows to indicate a slight %s.Imagine the thrilling conclusion of a suspense film or novel.day-noo-MAH(N)a basic underlying framework or networkFrom the Latin infra + structure, "under structure."NPlanning a skyscraper's %a%s%a is harder than building it.The storm had devastated the town's %a%s%a, isolating it.scionvoidruckusnetworkneuroticnichenewsmongerA country's essential %a%s%as are prime military targets.institutionrestitutioninhibitionpremonitionAfter knocking out communications, they destroyed the %a%s%as.The firm's %s--phone lines, computers--had been sabotaged.The professor indulged in lengthy, sleep-inducing %s.He could never hope to breach the bastions of company %s.Imagine our country's system of highways, communication, and defense.IN-fra-struk-chur a world in miniature; man regarded as epitomizing the universeFrom the Greek mikros kosmos, "small world."NA retail business is a %a%s%a of economic principles.Emily Dickinson's poetry illustrates a %a%s%a of pastoral life.modificationcantfelonmicrocosmosmicroorganismsmilestonemigrantIt would be said that a character in a play is a man in %a%s%a.macrocosmubiquityultimatumumbrageThis was no variant strain of humanity but the %a%s%a itself.The food chain was cited as a %s of global expansionism.A disturbing number of %ss were found under the microscope.When the loss was discovered, she nearly had a %s.Imagine an ant farm as a miniature of a worker society.MI-kro-kozman outstandingly clear or typical exampleFrom the Greek paradeiknynai, "to show side by side."NSo clear was the %a%s%a that he recognized it as him.Your %a%s%a of me as the "poor little rich girl" is way off.paradoxparagonparallelismarchetypemonotypelinotypetintypeIBM is the %a%s%a of quality and marketing wizardry.misconceptionreconciliationmisapprehensionaffiliationIt was a fiasco, a total %a%s%a of what he had meant to convey.He promised to take me to %s in his new Chevy.There's the %s: I have a boat but no motor, not even an oar.AT&T is cited as the %s of monopoly--and divestiture.Imagine the parable of the wolf in sheep's clothing.PAR-uh-dimedivision or disunion into opposing parties; a formal division in a churchFrom the Greek schisma, "cleft, division."NThe company experienced a major %a%s%a over policy differences.The %a%s%a was irreparable, and the new paper was competition.scintillationscripturesymmetrydivisionschemaexcisionscenarioThe legal dispute created hopeless %a%s%a between the partners.unityaffinitytemerityabsurdityHappily, there was a tight-knit %a%s%a in the religious council.An operation for a %s was performed in an amphitheater.Efforts were made to avert a %s and alleviate controversy.A %s in one end was sewn as a metal detector.Imagine an enormous crack splitting a rock in two.SIZ-umthe leaders of a movement or activityFrom the French avant-garde, "before guard."NJan's stylish designs assure her place in the %a%s%a of fashion.College students formed the %a%s%a of the anti-war movement.valuationvirilityvolubilityforefrontkennelmedianforeplayThe younger soldiers volunteered to be in the %a%s%a.rearreprimandjugularsensationThe slowest camels in the caravan fell to the %a%s%a.The %s was the first to see the enemy retreating.The model wore a stunning purple %s.His 1932 %s coupe broke down and made Lewis late for work.Imagine the front lines of an approaching army.VAN-garda deviation from the normal or expectedFrom the Greek anomalia, "irregular."NHer loud voice and manner were %a%s%a with her subdued clothing.A communist who believes in God is considered an %a%s%a.agronomytaxonomycacophonyaberrationmalapropianheterodoxchatterboxAlthough a great man, Lincoln was humble, an %a%s%a in politics.normalityfeaturemonogamyconventionSingle-parent families are more of a %a%s%a today.The idea of loving one's enemies is an %s to Jules.The sunset out our window the other night was just %s.We all went to the movies, and %s went with us.Imagine seeing a polar bear in the jungle.uh-NOM-uh-leea proposition, principle, or rule that has found general acceptanceFrom the Greek axios, "worth" or "worthy."NThe Golden Rule is one of the oldest and best-loved %a%s%as.%a%s%as were widely used to teach children moral precepts.compactaxisassumptiontruismnuancevagarydruidism"To thine own self be true..." is Shakespeare's famous %a%s%a.fallacygratuityverityapostasyAlthough he knew it to be a %a%s%a, he clung to it as "gospel."%ss very often embody time-tested princples to live by.The %s of the hypotenuse equals the perimeter.I fell on my %s and dislocated a rib.Imagine the popular acceptance of "old wives' tales."AXE-ee-uma false charge or misrepresentation intended to blacken one's reputationFrom the Latin calvi, "to deceive."NSome candidates who have suffered %a%s%a have had to retire.%a%s%a is often the weapon of the weak and envious.infamypolygamytaxonomyslandersinecureganderprobityThose suffering %a%s%a now may gain the praise of posterity.endorsementreimbursementembankmentcamaraderie.He received the enthusiastic %a%s%a of the public and his party.Constant friction had caused a %s on her right thumb.One who indulges in %s may be prosecuted under the law.Extract of %s will stop a child from sucking his thumb.Imagine someone spreading lies about a public figure.KAL-um-neecautious reserve in speech; ability to make responsible decisionsFrom the Latin discretus, "to distinguish between, to separate."N"%a%s%a is the better part of valour," is seldom heard.Diplomats are usually picked for their tact and %a%s%a.dimensiondigressiondiscrepancycircumspectioncircumventionlocutioncircumferenceAs the President's right-handed man, he needed great %a%s%a.imprudenceinferenceimpudenceimpotenceDisplaying %a%s%a in her job, she was bypassed for promotion.I considered his talk one long %s from the main subject.A magistrate may sentence or pardon at his own %s.The erring dog was oblivious to the %s committed on our rug.Imagine you have been entrusted with a "Top Secret."dis-KREH-shunan agreeable or inoffensive expression for something that may offendFrom the Greek euphemos, "auspicious," "good-sounding."N"Powder room," and "ladies room" are popular %a%s%as today.Too many %a%s%as may weaken the effect and sound silly.pantheismeuphuismcynicismaffectationaffidavitamalgamationprotestation"Limb" for "leg" was a popular Victorian %a%s%a.vulgarismplagiarismcatechismmesmerismHis conversation was full of %a%s%as, odious to refined people.Those who practice %s must be under thirty years of age.As an owner of a cat and a dog, she was against %s.Her overuse of %ss relegated her to a bygone era.Imagine trying to describe something unpleasant in polite company.YOU-fuh-mizmone who is primarily concerned with one's own thoughts and feelingsFrom the Latin introvert, "to turn inward."NMy uncle was such an %a%s%a my aunt had to propose to him.Many adolescents start out as %a%s%as but later become outgoing.interventionimplacabilityadoberecluserefuserecreantmiscreantAs %a%s%as, they dreaded any contact with the outside world.extrovertextraditionexcisionexhibitionismA born %a%s%a, he delighted in teasing wallflowers at parties.An %s, she feared having to speak in public.The %s flew high above the crowd and let out a loud squawk.He wore a long %s with a deerstalker cap.Imagine someone sitting in a corner, too shy to speak.IN-truh-vertextreme povertyFrom the Latin penuria, "lack" or "want."NAfter being rich, Dana found her sudden %a%s%a hard to bear.The lottery winner was instantly lifted out of %a%s%a.matrimonyusuryperjurypovertyflatterypassivitypaucityRepeated business setbacks reduced them to %a%s%a.wealthstealthpeignoirhappenstanceSam's %a%s%a enabled him to travel around the world.An excellent tea is made from %s leaves.Many single-parent families are living on the edge of %s.After lying on the witness stand, Joan was indicted for %s.Imagine a ragged beggar.PEN-yoo-reea natural or habitual inclination or predisposition toward somethingFrom the Latin proclivis, "sloping," "prone."NThe horse had a %a%s%a for executing high jumps.Early on he had demonstrated a %a%s%a for things mechanical.prolixityprofunditylevitytendencyplethoratenancyrookeryThe teacher said that Ronnie had a %a%s%a toward math.aversiontrepidationconversionmalfeasanceThe child's %a%s%a to spinach made him seem like a spoiled brat.As a child, her parents had nurtured her %s for teaching.The dentist excised a large %s from my mouth.The teacher asked that there be much less %s in the room.Imagine a student with a flair for numbers.pro-KLIV-ih-teerightness of principle or practice; moral virtue, correctnessFrom the Latin rectitudo, "straightness."NThe Puritans tried to build the new society on %a%s%a and labor.If a civilization forgets the ways of %a%s%a, it soon declines.beatituderestitutionlatitudeprobityfrailtyamplitudeurbanityIt takes courage to stand for %a%s%a when it's not the fashion.corruptioncorrosioncollusioncontusionRife with %a%s%a, Rome collapsed under the weight of its vices.She received the news with %s and returned to her home.%s took a weird turn with the witch trials of the 1600's.He was a disciple of feminine %s, haunting beauty contests.Imagine the moral fiber of reformers like Helen Keller and Harriet Tubman.REK-ti-toodthe state, quality, or fact of being variable; a disagreementFrom the Latin varius, "diverse."NBoth factions were at %a%s%a, so a consensus was impossible.His words were at %a%s%a with his acts, confusing his friends.dalliancevagrancyharridandifferencedie-harddiffidencedifferentialThere was considerable %a%s%a in the quality of the tulip bulbs.uniformityunanimityunificationreciprocityThe entrees all had a certain %a%s%a, similar in all respects.The market was in unsettling %s, so investors were cautious.The prisoner was released, subject to future %s.The %s was delightful and attracted many devotees.Imagine a leopard changing his spots.VER-ree-unssa concise statement of a principle, truth, or sentimentFrom the Greek aphorismos, "definition."NMy aunt's favorite %a%s%a was "Handsome is as handsome does."His blunt, wise statements were considered %a%s%as.faux pascataclysmspoonerismadageadagioaphidattributionHer thoughts on children became well-used %a%s%as.malapropismsolecismcessationprecisionTo leave a legacy "for all posterior" is a silly %a%s%a.The papers said he died of a "cerebral %s."Her family ostracized her for taking up the practice of %s."Marry in haste, repent at leisure," is still a timely %s.Imagine the "wisdoms" found in Chinese fortune cookies.A-for-iz'mharsh or discordant soundsFrom the Greek kakophonia, "voice, sound."NThe teacher retreated with a headache from the %a%s%a of voices.An impossible %a%s%a reigned--the bidding war had begun.parsimonysarcophaguspersiflagedissonanceassonanceconsonanceresonanceThe room, filled with the %a%s%a of debate, excluded decision.harmonymaladyprosodycalumnyA score of violins melted and melded in one glorious %a%s%a.My sister, Julia, learned to play the %s at age seven.That band creates %s, not music, and I won't go hear it.She should stay home, as her %s does not sound good.Imagine each instrument in a band playing a different tune.ka-CAW-phuh-neeending at the highest point; arriving at a final stage of developmentFrom the Latin culminatus, "brought to a peak."NThe novel was the %a%s%a of his art and life, their essence.Dissension had reached the %a%s%a point and a fight broke out.fulminationcuilvertcondemnationpeakfluencypiquepietyThe "Mona Lisa" was thought to be the %a%s%a of Da Vinci's art.rutpitchrathcompetenceShe was so discouraged, she felt she had sunk into a %a%s%a.It was her chef d'oeuvre, the %s of years of toil and tears.%s took place when two cherry bombs bumped into each other.After much %s she found the document in the attic.Imagine creating your life's greatest work.kul-mi-NAY-shunthe ability to produce a desired effectFrom the Latin efficaci, "effectual."NManagers were impressed with the %a%s%a of the training program.We have complete faith in the %a%s%a of our product.environmentepithetecheloneffectivenesseffigyegresseffluentThe %a%s%a of this drug has not been proven.futilityfulminationfarcefiascoRepeated failure convinced him of the %a%s%a of his efforts.Angelo couldn't find the %s in the dark theatre.Mr. Peacock instructed department heads to trim their %s.He couldn't guarantee the %s of the experimental treatment.Imagine taking a strong and fast-acting medicine.EFF-ih-kuh-seeridiculous or empty show; a broadly satirical comedyFrom the Latin farsus, "stuffed."NThey hated each other, and their marriage was a pathetic %a%s%a.It was a production of broad %a%s%a , and we laughed heartily.fanaticprigfrigatetravestyfreeholdamnestybehestAfter the violent argument, the party became a sad %a%s%a.true displaybagatelleclamortraumaThe exhibit was a %a%s%a of the product's excellent potential.A %s waited on the other side to take him away.Embarrassed, I was told that my %s was uncovered.The %s of orientation over, we left for the snack bar.Imagine a lynch mob conducting a "fair" trial for a horse thief.FARSSpermeating an area gradually or secretlyFrom the Latin in + filtrare, "to filter into."NA common means of industrial espionage is %a%s%a.It was discovered that %a%s%a had occurred at the highest level.fermentationaccreditationinfestationpenetrationabsolutionabsolutismexorbitanceAfter twice being ambushed, the army suspected enemy %a%s%a.conquestcoquetteepauletteconcurrenceThe quickest and most decisive way to win is direct %a%s%a.Changes in mores and customs may occur in society by %s.It was the most obnoxious %s he had ever smoked.She had surgery through a painless process called %s.Imagine spies sneaking into the enemy's camp.in-fil-TRAY-shuna continuously passing or changing scene or unfolding of eventsFrom the Greek pan + horama, "all" + "view" or "sight."NFar from being bored by small towns, he saw them as a %a%s%a.He was more interested in the %a%s%a on the beach than swimming.dioramavignettejamboreeviewstricturepictorialtaintFrom the train she saw an awesome %a%s%a of desert beauty.snapshotsnareupshotsnafuThere was time for only a brief %a%s%a of one historical sight.At the fair, they bought a %s of colored glass and lights.She was hypnotized by the unfolding %s of the bazaar.His beautiful, rich tan was a product of %s.Imagine seeing a motion picture on a 360-degree movie screen.pan-uh-RAM-uhthe office of a minister of state; securities owned by an investorFrom the Italian portafoglio, "to carry a leaf, sheet."NDecorum was offended when a diplomat without %a%s%a was let in.With an investment %a%s%a, risk must be weighed against return.portagepostulatepotentateinvestitureprovostprotagonistpolderSeveral top ministers lost their %a%s%a in the scandal.sans portfolioundulationdebenturemoietyAs a junior, %a%s%a minister, she did not have her own office.The %s of the book had been damaged in transit.The security officer wore a %s in his shoulder holster.The company's %s needed a major reassignment for profit.Imagine a carrying case for loose documents and pictures.port-FO-lee-othe act, the process, or an instance of surveying the pastFrom the Latin retrospectus, "having looked back at."N%a%s%a, like historical perspective, helps avoid past mistakes.The famous author treated her public to a %a%s%a of her life.retrenchmentretributionreiterationreminiscenceluminescenceeffervescencetranslucenceLooking over old photographs invites %a%s%a.amnesiaamnestyamortizationbrokerageSeized with %a%s%a, he could remember nothing about the past.%s and introspection can keep one from living in the "now."The plant had a %s for a government contract bid."%s" is a book that delves into the true nature of petunias.Imagine having a flashback.ret-r'SPEK-shunthe combining of diverse elements into a coherent wholeFrom the Greek syntithenai, "to put together."NThe bell called the pupils together in the %a%s%a of a line.So variant and adamant were the views, %a%s%a seemed hopeless.sylphsynopsissyntaxamalgamationgentrificationgratificationrarefactionOut of diverse strands of humanity has come the %a%s%a, America.dispersiondiffusionaversionintrusionGiven the amount of %a%s%a, it would be hard to piece together.Treatment was recommended for a terminal %s.It required boiling water and a dash of %s.The company tried to achieve a working %s via its policies.Imagine putting together a jigsaw puzzle.SIN-thuh-sisan excessive desire for wealthFrom the Latin avere, "to covet."NMotivated by %a%s%a, George began dating the rich widow.%a%s%a made him to cheap to fix his own leaky roof.advantageauraaptitudegreedgullibilitysensitivityprecisionScrooge's %a%s%a blinded him to the joy of loving and giving.generositybellicosityanimosityferocityThe orphanage benefited handsomely from her %a%s%a.Fear and %s drive many to overwork and an early demise.The hardy %s is a flowering perennial.They thought "%s" was lovely name for their baby daughter.Imagine a miser greedily counting his money.AV-vuh-risssomething of use, advantage, or value; a product versus a serviceFrom the Latin commoditas, "convenience."NHer job provided a %a%s%a to the public, rather than a service.A depression often results in a shortage of a %a%s%a like sugar.venturecalamityflimflammerchandisemetaphormeridianmelodramaticsDepartment stores sometimes sell personal computers as a %a%s%a.serviceavaricesurplusobservanceShe was a pet therapist, a somewhat nebulous %a%s%a.An ant farm is not generally considered a valuable %s.Jane had a full %s, so her clothes had to be let out.With %s, he stated his induction into the Girl Scouts.Imagine having a yard sale.kuh-MAH-dih-teesomething held as an established opinion; an authoritative tenentFrom the Greek dokein, "to seem".NLincoln was known for his anti-slavery %a%s%a.The %a%s%a of many religions is challenged by evolution theory.moralemongrelabsolutiondoctrinemodicumenigmapeerHis pedagogical %a%s%a was presented with erudite assurance.refutalconfusionimpetusineptnessHis %a%s%a was established by the discrediting evidence.A special %s opened automatically to let the dog out.Th company repeatedly tried to convince us of their %s.Her personality changed as she accepted Bhuddist %s.Imagine something that you have always known to be true.DOG-muha public meeting place for open discussion; a panel discussionFrom the Latin fores, "door."NA crowded theater is not the proper %a%s%a for this discussion.They will discuss the issue in open %a%s%a on the radio.fortitudeforbearancesynopsisdialecticepicuresimilesinecureSeveral speakers taking part in the %a%s%a are renowned experts.conclaveconcubinecrusadeclefThe Church had decided in %a%s%a what the answer would be.Big business seems to be full of needless %ss to fill out.It was an open %s, a microcosm of the democratic process.She despaired of accomplishing her wasted %s.Imagine public discussions in the ancient Roman forum.FOUR-umsomething extremely complex in structure, arrangement, or characterFrom the Greek labyrinthos, "labyrinth."NTo start a business, one must penetrate a %a%s%a of regulations.The butler led them through a %a%s%a of corridors to the king.furlonglatticelapsemazemaizemakeshiftmalcontentThe Greek hero Theseus braved the %a%s%a to kill the Minotaur.pathpathosbathospacificismHe was out of the tunnel now, in the light, on a clear %a%s%a.Dr. Frankenstein emerged from his %s triumphant.These English formal gardens were formed by a %s of hedges.It was a beautiful, reddish black hunting hound, a %s.Imagine a place full of intricate passageways and blind alleys.LAB-uh-rintha formidable and usually victorious rival or enemyFrom the Greek nemein, "to distribute."NAlcohol was Terry's %a%s%a.Detective Parker was the %a%s%a of criminals in his precinct.genesisfetishnepotismrivalretrievalflotsamarchivesThe Harvard team lost to its old %a%s%a, Yale.allyjetsamjai alaialignmentWhen their island was invaded, they asked their %a%s%a for help.Angela displayed a %s for the piano.Will consulted his %s about his dizzy spells.Palmer was determined to face and defeat his old %s.Imagine an opponent who always beats you at tennis.NEM-uh-sissa banal, trite, or stale remark; one uttered as if fresh or profoundFrom the French plat, "flatness."NI nearly gagged on the %a%s%a, since I knew they hated us both.The %a%s%a, "We always knew..." accompanies many a divorce.plausibilityplateaupleasantryclichepubescencedatastrataThe service was so full of %a%s%as, one envied the corpse.profundityprofusionprefaceprofileWe were astounded that such an airhead could utter a %a%s%a.Her face was a %s of "I told you so."He felt a sense of %s at the news, but didn't know why.When one doesn't know the bride, it's hard not to utter %ss.Imagine being at a solemn event and not knowing the right thing to say.PLA-ti-toodthe rule or act of referring measures proposed or passed to popular voteFrom the Latin referre, "to refer."NOpposing interests demanded the bill be submitted for %a%s%a.Much to lawmakers' surprise, the law was overturned by %a%s%a.conundrummalfeasancerecompensevoteconglomeratevelleityvernacularThe "Bottle Bill" was submitted to %a%s%a and passed.fiatfiascoferretfluxIt was a royal %a%s%a: the people had no say.Consumer groups asked for a %s of the proposed legislation.The new work was an exhaustive %s of the poet's lifework.We all felt in need of a good stiff %s before dinner.Imagine the passage of "Proposition 2 1/2."ref-uh-REN-dumthe art of prose; insincere or grandiloquent languageFrom the Greek rhetorike, "art of oratory."N%a%s%a underpinned the great acting traditions of the past.Politicians are fond of using %a%s%a as a campaign tactic.cynosurediscretionsubsidydiscourseobeisancecategorymetamorphosisChildren in the 19th century used to be taught rules of %a%s%a.inarticulacyalliterationperfidyrectitude%a%s%a does not make one a good speaker.%s will get you nowhere: I know where you hid them.The use of %s in a room without ventilation could be fatal.No one replied to his speech, replete with %sal questions.Imagine the ancient orators swaying audiences with their eloquence.REH-ter-ikconformity to truth or fact; accuracyFrom the Latin veraci, "truth."NMr. Billing's %a%s%a is beyond suspicion.The reporter double-checked the %a%s%a of all his sources.audacityperspicacityloquacitytruthfulnessusefulnesshappinesscompletenessI have reason to doubt the %a%s%a of his statements.falsehoodfarcefreedomforgeryThe general's speech was misleading and full of %a%s%a.Ms. Bennet wanted to confirm the %s of her information.The salesman guaranteed the %s of his product.Richland gourmet ice cream comes in a %s of flavors.Imagine taking a lie detector test.ver-RASS-ih-teesomething of oppressive or monstrous size, power, or appearanceFrom the Hebrew behemah, "beast."NThe Sasquatch is a %a%s%a that is said to roam the northwest."Tank" Tucker had been big in high school, now he was a %a%s%a.hyberboleunderlingscampleviathongamutgambitgibeIf she continues to eat that way, she'll turn into a %a%s%a.runtrentreprobatemartinetThe littlest, frailest puppy is called the %a%s%a of the litter.Unlike the unicorn, the %s actually existed and still does.I'd get you a %s to play with if I knew what it was.Our winter clothes had been eaten by %s in the hall closet.Imagine a hippopotamus.b'-HE-mutha purification of the emotions; release from tensionFrom the Greek katharsis, "a cleansing."NThe two friends experienced a %a%s%a of tearful reconciliation."Death of Salesman" affected a %a%s%a for salsmen watching it.cataclysmcommendationconflagrationpurgationabdicationamplificationexemplificationScreaming is an effective means of bringing about a %a%s%a.infestationinfrastructureinfatuationintimationYears of rot had caused a %a%s%a of beetles in the house.The doctor placed a %s on the injured ankle.Reliving memories with old friends sometimes causes a %s.%s is one of the brightest stars in the heavens.Imagine how you feel after watching a beautiful sunset.kuh-THAR-sisone having the same function or characteristics as anotherFrom the French contre, "opposite," and the Latin parareAWSW ESSENTIAL BUS. 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