Turnip (N.) A round root with white or cream flesh which is eaten as a vegetable and also has edible leaves. Dejectedly (Adv.) Definition/ affected or marked by low spirits Example/ the little boy walked dejectedly down the cracked sidewalk. Assemble(V) Definition/ to put all the parts of something together or to gather things together. Example/ the aircraft will continue to be assembled in France. Assorted (Adj.) Definition/ of various different types Example/ the jar contained assorted hard candies. Depict (v.) Definition/ Represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form. Example/ He was the first artist to depict the Highland landscape without sentimentality. Intersection(N.) Definition/ a place where roads, lines etc cross each other, especially where two roads meet Example/ Take a left turn at the intersection. Detours(N) Definition/ An alternative route for use by traffic when the usual road is temporarily closed. Example/ We made a detour to avoid the heavy traffic. Effusive (Adj) Definition/ Uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm Example/ They gave us such an effusive welcome it was quite embarrassing. Dipped(V) Definition/ if land or a road or path dips, it slopes down and then goes up again or to put something into a liquid and lift it out again. Example/ Dip your hand in to see how hot the water is. Peculiar(Adj) Definition/ markedly different from the usual Example/the juice has a peculiar taste. Monotonous(Adj) Definition/ tediously repetitious or lacking in variety Example/ It's monotonous work, like most factory jobs. Ordinance(N) Definition/ an authoritative rule Example/ a city ordinance that says parks must be closed at 11 p.m. Unethical (Adj) Definition/ not conforming to approved standards of social behavior Example/ It would be unethical to carry out such experiments on animals. Speculate(V) Definition/ guessed without certainty; or reflected (thought) deeply upon a subject. Example/ This has led scientists to speculate on the existence of other galaxies. Surmise (V) Definition/ infer from incomplete evidence Example/ the police surmised that the robbers have fled the country Indignantly(Adv) Definition/ in a manner showing anger at something unjust or wrong Example/ He snorted indignantly and walked away. Daffodil(N) Definition/ Yellow bell-shaped flower Plaid(N) Definition/ a pattern of crossed lines and squares, used especially on cloth Example/ Jack's plaid shirt didn't mix well with his striped trousers Bide(V) Definition/ remain or stay somewhere. Example/ He decided to bide his time until he got an opportunity to talk to her alone. Linger (V) Definition/ stay in a place longer than necessary because of a reluctance to leave. Example/ she lingered over her meal. Loiter(V) Definition/ stand or wait around without apparent purpose. Example/ Don't loiter on the way home! Lounge(V) Definition/ to act or move idly or lazily Example/ Don't lounge around all day! Lag(V) Definition/ to move or develop more slowly than otherslag behind Example/ Several players began to lag behind even at the beginning of the race. Plod(V) Definition/ to walk along slowly, especially when this is difficult Example/ The horse plodded up the hill. Procrastinate(V) Definition/ postpone doing what one should be doing Example/ He procrastinate until it is too late to do anything at all. Conciliatory(Adj) Definition/ doing something that is intended to make someone stop arguing with you Example/ Perhaps you should adopt a more conciliatory approach. Strenuous(Adj) Definition/ difficult (requiring much effort) Example/ The doctor advised Ken to avoid strenuous exercise. Inscribed(V) Definition/ to carefully cut, print, or write words on something, especially on the surface of a stone or coin. Example/ She inscribed her own name on a piece of metal’ Sobbing (V) Definition/ to cry noisily while breathing in short sudden bursts Example/ He began sobbing uncontrollably. Inconvenient (Adj) Definition/ causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort. Example/ Can you come at 10.30? I know it's inconvenient for you, but I must see you. Disrepute(N) Definition/ lack or decline of good reputation : a state of being held in low esteem Example/ The use of drugs is bringing the sport into disrepute. Advantageously(Adv) Definition/ favorably or beneficially Example/ Such a conclusion may be advantageously used in guiding the design of the turbine control system. Battered(Adj) Definition/ damaged by age and repeated use. Example/ a battered old suitcase. Rummage(V) Definition/ search haphazardly Example/They rummage through piles of second-hand clothes for something that fits. Triumphantly(Adv) Definition/showing pleasure and pride because of a victory or success Example/ The lion was roaring triumphantly. Medallion(N) Definition/ a piece of metal shaped like a large coin, worn as jewellery on a chain around the neck. Example/ She won a gold medallion. Merchandise (N) Definition/ goods to be bought and sold. Example/ Toothpaste is stock merchandise in a drugstore. Banner (N) Definition/ a long strip of cloth bearing a slogan or design carried in a demonstration or procession or hung in a public place. Example/ A huge banner over the street said 'Welcome home'. Parchments (N) Definition/ a stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, usually a sheep or goat, and used as a durable writing surface. Example/ Where can I get parchment paper? Miscellaneous (Adj) Definition/ a miscellaneous set of things or people includes many different things or people that do not seem to be connected with each other. Example/ The seminar was attended by a miscellaneous collection of students, businessmen, and housewives. Palatinate(N) Definition/ in the past, an area which was controlled by someone who represented the ruler Example/ Principality(N) Definition/ a country that is ruled by a prince Example/ A woman who is ruler of a principality. Reticence (Adj) Definition/ unwilling to talk about what you feel or what you know Example/ His reticence about his past made them very suspicious. Snickered(V) Definition/ to laugh quietly and in a way that is not nice at something which is not supposed to be funny. Example/ The students snickered at Steve. Orchard(N) Definition/ a place where fruit trees are grown Example/ There have been orchards in this region for centuries.. Minstrels(N) Definition/ a singer or musician Example/ Colorful minstrels perform during annual parade. Tumult(N) Definition/ loud noise — usually created by an unrestrained crowd or some kind of confusion Example/ You couldn't hear her speak over the tumult from the screaming fans. Bustle(V) Definition/ to move around quickly, looking very busy Example/ Madge bustled round the room, putting things away. Bagful(N) Definition/ the amount a bag can hold Example/ He bought me a bagful of sweets. Flabbergast(V) Definition/ to overwhelm with shock, surprise, or wonder Example/ We were flabbergasted by the news that he had won the lottery. Quagmire(N) Definition(1) an area of soft wet muddy ground Example/ In the rainy season the roads become a quagmire. Definition(2) a difficult or complicated situation Example/ The Balkan situation became a political and military quagmire. Upholstery(N) Definition/ materials (such as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat Example/ The research content is the pattern design of upholstery fabrics. Fan(V) Definition/ to blow or breathe upon Example/ the breeze fanning her hair Infuriate(V) Definition/ to make furious Example/ I was infuriated by their constant criticism. Bunting (N) Definition/ small flags on strings, used to decorate buildings and streets on special occasions Example/ Red, white and blue bunting hung in the city's renovated train station. Sprawled(V) Definition/ to lie or sit with your arms or legs stretched out in a lazy or careless way Example/ I spent the evening sprawled on the sofa, watching TV. Stimulating(Adj) Definition/ exciting or full of new ideas Example/ It is a complex yet stimulating book. Commerce(N) Definition/ the buying and selling of goods and services Example/ We have been trying to broaden its commerce with other nations. Glaring(Adj) Definition/ very bad and very noticeable Example/ The report contained some glaring errors. Menacingly(Adj) Definition/ making you expect something unpleasant Example/ He moved towards her menacingly. Havoc(N) Definition/ a situation in which there is a lot of damage or a lack of order, especially so that it is difficult for something to continue in the normal way. Syn chaos Example/ The recent storms have wreaked havoc on crops. Gavel (N) Definition/ a small hammer that the person in charge of a meeting, court of law, auction etc hits on a table in order to get people’s attention Example/ he banged a gavel to pronounce them married and they all kissed, to wild applause from the gallery. Scurried(V) Definition/ to move quickly, with small, short steps. Example/ The mouse scurried across the floor. Disdain(N) Definition/ lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike Example/ Janet looked at him with disdain. Prominent(Adj) Definition/ very well known and important: Example/ Mandela played a prominent role in the early years of the ANC. Bankrupt(Adj) Definition/ reduced to a state of financial ruin and lacking in quality or attribute. Example/ He went bankrupt after only a year in business. Null(Adj) Definition/ having a value of zero Example/ The election was declared null and void Intellect (Adj) Definition/ the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge Example/ Newton is a man of great intellect Presumption(N) Definition/ the act of believing that something is true without having any proof: Example/ On the presumption that the doctor knows best, I took the medicine. Banded(V) Definition/ to put a band on something Example/ The white plate is banded with a blue line round the edge. Ventured(V) Definition/ to proceed especially in the face of danger Example/ Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Diligently(Adv) Definition/ in a way that is careful and uses a lot of effort: Example/ He had studied diligently at college. Rivaled(V) Definition/ to be as good or important as someone or something else Example/ The college’s facilities rival those of Harvard and Yale. Grandeur(N) Definition/ the quality of being very large and special or beautiful: Example/ We were struck by the silent grandeur of the desert Animosity(N) Definition/ strong dislike, opposition, or anger: Example/ The European Community helped France and Germany forget the old animosities between them. Unabridged(Adj) Definition/ a piece of writing, speech etc that is unabridged is in its full form and has not been made shorter Example/ the complete and unabridged works of Dickens. Cane (N) Definition/ a long thin stick with a curved handle that you can use to help you walk Example/ He stopped, shifting his cane to his left hand Barren (Adj) Definition/ unable to produce plants or fruit: Example/ We drove through a barren, rocky landscape.