Sets 25-28

1. deprived of or lacking (something).
2. (of a person) sad and lonely, especially through someone's death or departure.

the condition of being weak and delicate./weakness in character or morals.

free (something or someone) from something that they are entangled with.

the quality of being pompous; self-importance.

1. describe or portray (something) precisely.
2. indicate the exact position of (a border or boundary).

of evidence or argument) having or likely to have the effect of proving a case; decisive.

the state of being strong and active; energy.

resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.

1. a very typical example of a certain person or thing.
2. an original which has been imitated; a prototype.

abandon or mitigate a severe or harsh attitude, especially by finally yielding to a request.ecome less severe.

a real or imagined cause for complaint, especially unfair treatment

a lengthy and aggressive speech.

conducive to success; favorable; giving or being a sign of future success.

1. produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product).
2.give way to arguments, demands, or pressure.
3. (of a mass or structure) give way under force or pressure.

1. take (something) for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission.
2. devote (money or assets) to a special purpose.
3. suitable or proper in the circumstances.

the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the exploitation of figures of speech and other compositional techniques.

1. make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful or harmful act.
2. (of events or circumstances) seem to be working together to bring about a particular negative result.

1. playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.
2. acting or behaving in a capricious manner.

1. the authority to represent someone else, especially in voting.
2. a figure that can be used to represent the value of something in a calculation.

thinly dispersed or scattered./scanty; in short supply.

preventing success or development; harmful; unfavourable.

strongly encourage or urge (someone) to do something.

1. graceful and elegant bearing in a person.
2. be or cause to be balanced or suspended.e ready and prepared to do something.

very skilled or proficient at something.

too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.

1. the quality of being extremely thorough and careful.
2. severity or strictness.
3. harsh and demanding conditions.

having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently.

1. have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof.
2. doubt the genuineness or truth of.

a cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one's own advantage.

tending to find fault or raise petty objections.

looking or sounding sad and dismal.

be or go beyond the range or limits of (a field of activity or conceptual sphere).

make (someone) agitated or confused.

1. happening as a minor accompaniment to something else.
2. occurring by chance in connection with something else.
3. happening as a result of (an activity).

self-evident or unquestionable.

disturbing because concerned with or causing a fear of death.

easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.

1.(of a habit, belief, or attitude) firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
2. (of dirt or a stain) deeply embedded and thus difficult to remove.

understood or implied without being stated.

(of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high.

calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

a written work dealing formally and systematically with a subject.

relating to a person's body, especially as opposed to their spirit.

1. departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical.
2. (of an artist or work of art) representing forms that are recognizably derived from life.

sullen and ill-tempered.

changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties or affections.

a complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event.

deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.

1. anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
2. understanding; grasp.
3. the action of arresting someone.

relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual.

showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.

very enthusiastic or passionate.

seeking to impose a doctrine in all circumstances without regard to practical considerations.

assertive of authority in a domineering way, especially with regard to trivial matters.

come or bring to an end.

bestow something in generous or extravagant quantities on.

having the property of conducting something (especially heat or electricity).

calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation.

supersede and replace.

publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.

high-sounding but with little meaning; inflated.

criticize (someone or something) harshly.

1.offer goods or services at a lower price than (a competitor).
2.cut or wear away the part below or under (something, especially a cliff).
3.weaken; undermine.

a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing./polite term

depraved or wicked behavior or character.

a relatively minor fault or sin.

cause (someone) to become hostile.

1. (of land) too poor to produce much or any vegetation.
2. (of a place or building) bleak and lifeless.

a person who is hostile or indifferent to culture and the arts.

assign an inferior rank or position to.

a lament for the dead, especially one forming part of a funeral rite.

unable to be upset or excited; calm.

1. criticize (someone) severely.
2. damage or remove part of the surface of (the skin).

a bad-tempered person, especially an old one.

use deception to deprive (someone) of money or possessions.

use flattery or coaxing in order to persuade someone to do something or give one something.

of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia.

a person who has done something wrong or unlawful.

unable to be appeased or placated.

arrogantly superior and disdainful.

worthy of great respect.

perceptible by touch./clear and definite; real.

cautiously or suspiciously reluctant to do something.

1. extremely distasteful; unacceptable.
2. in conflict or incompatible with.

having or showing a dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

1.waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner.
2. allow (an opportunity) to pass or be lost.

persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.

1. (of metal) not alloyed; pure.
2. (chiefly of emotions) complete and unreserved.

1. having a strong or exhilarating effect.
2. (of alcoholic drink) potent; intoxicating.

pressing; demanding.

a slight criticism about a trivial matter; adverse comment; nitpicking

lacking ease or grace; unsophisticated and socially awkward; inelegant; ungainly

skilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully; clever; shrewd, crafty

the use of fallacious arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving; specious arguments; fallacious argument; sophism; casuistry

feeling or appearing troubled or nervous; perturbed; flustered; unnerved; ruffled; rattled

isolated

(especially with reference to a woman) making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring; reluctant to give details, especially about something regarded as sensitive; arch; simpering; demure; modest

deriving from or affected by uncontrolled extreme emotion; overwrought; unrestrained; frenzied; (informal) extremely funny

say that one no longer holds an opinion or belief, especially one considered heretical; disavow; forswear; change one's mind; retract

a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation; a practical dilemma; impasse; stalemate

an action or remark that causes outrage or offense; insult; offense; slight; snub; slur

(of a disease or social condition) found particularly in a specific area or group; (of a plant or animal) native and restricted to a certain place

consider (something) theoretically or separately from something else; extract or remove (something); used euphemistically to say that stolen something; (abstract oneself) withdraw

polish up; buff up; enhance or perfect (something such as a reputation or a skill)

break up; split up; dissipate; scatter; go into different direction

the state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something; animosity; antipathy; animus; feud; discord; acrimony

shy and fond of being on one's own; diffident, shrinking; self-effacing; unassuming

lay waste; devastate; leave in ruins; wreak havoc on; leave desolate; pillage

beginning; rudimentary; confused or incoherent

not showing due respect for another person; impertinent; brazen; cheeky; presumptuous

(of a person) formidable, especially as an opponent; fearsome; awe-inspiring

high-pitched; piercing; screeching

express disapproval of; frown on; object to

scorn; deride; regard with contempt; sneer at; spurn; rebuff

reject or void, especially by legal procedure; cancel; rescind; suppress; put to an end; stamp out

swell or cause to swell by pressure from inside; bulge; enlarge; puff outp; blow up/out

liking; fondness; preference; inclination; bent; predilection; proclivity

a state of suspension; a state of dormancy; a state of latency; pending; deferred; put off; postponed

respected and impressive; distinguished; eminent; venerable; hallowed; illustrious; esteemed; exalted; of distinction; of repute; aristocratic; imposing

prove; show to be true; give substance to; support; justify; vindicate; corroborate; endorse; give credence to; vouch for, attest to