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Discover an engaging collection of vocabulary words that will elevate your language skills. This list includes definitions, synonyms, and antonyms for essential terms such as "apocryphal," "catharsis," "efficacious," and more. Each word is accompanied by a brief explanation that helps clarify its context and usage. Whether you're preparing for a test, enhancing your communication abilities, or simply broadening your lexicon, this is an invaluable resource. Start mastering these words today to impress and communicate effectively!
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AP Language Vocabulary Week 4 • acme: n. the highest point syn: zenith, pinnacle ant: nadir 2. apocryphal: adj. of doubtful origin; fictitious syn: spurious, false, erroneous ant: truthful 3. catharsis: n. an extremely emotional experience
4. desiccate: v. to dry up completely 5. dissipate: v. to waste; exhaust syn: squander, expend 6. efficacious: adj. effective; producing the desired outcome ant: ineffective
7. ineffable: adj. inexpressible; beyond description syn: unexplainable 8. intrinsic: adj. of or relating to the basic nature of a thing; inherent syn: native, natural, instinctive ant: extrinsic 9. inundate: v. to cover with; to be overwhelmed with syn: flood
10. kudos: n. praise, fame, glory syn: distinction ant: opprobrium 11. maxim: n. fundamental principle; rule; familiar statement syn: proverb 12. putrid: adj. partially decayed or decomposed; having a foul smell syn: sickening, malodorous, rotten ant: fresh
13. revere: v. to regard with respect, awe, and adoration syn: venerate, honor ant: revile 14. servile: adj. submissive, slavish syn: subservient ant: haughty 15. superfluous: adj. unnecessary; excessive syn: extra, needless ant: essential