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abase
deprive of self-esteem, confidence (v.)
Dennis felt abased after his parents told him they liked his brother better.
syn: belittle
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abstinence
- denial of an indulgence or appetite (n.)
- While in training for the marathon, Elsa's coach insists on abstinence from sugary soft drinks.
Syn: self-restraint
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abstract
apart from actual, specific, concrete ideas or events (adj.)
The essay would be persuasive if it were less abstract and more specific.
Syn: general, unspecific
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abstruse
hard to understand (adj.)
The assigned text was so abstruse I have no idea how I'll pass the test.
Syn: complex, esoteric
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accessible
easy to approach or enter (adj.)
We build a ramp to make the house wheelchair accessible.
Syn: attainable, reachable
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acclaim
enthusiastic approval or welcome (n.)
The play received rave reviews and nationwide acclaim.
Syn: celebrate, applaud
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acquiesce
to submit without protest (v.)
Aaron rarely stands up to his wife; he acquiesces to her every whim.
Syn: assent, agree
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adept
skilled (adj.)
My mom is adept at making a delicious meal from random ingredients.
Syn: able, accomplished
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adherence
faithful attachment (n.)
Strict adherence to every rule is sometimes boring.
Syn: obedience, devotion
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adroit
expert, skilled, or nimble (adj.)
Lane is an adroit skier and snowboarder; he makes us all look like beginners.
Syn: facile, adept
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