1.thistle /ˈθɪs.l̩/ (n.)

Definition: a wild plant with sharp points on the leaves and, typically, purple flowers

Ex. Bees moved, humming thoughtfully, from scarlet poppy to purple thistle.

 

2.malt /mɑlt/ (n.)

Definition: grain, usually barley, that has been left in water until it starts to grow and is then dried. It is used in the making of alcoholic drinks such as beer and whisky

Ex. A new process for whole malt beer production is introduced.

 

3.extract /ɪkˈstrækt/ (v.)

Definition:(1.) to remove or take out something (2.) to make someone give you something when they do not want to

Ex. We can extract oil from shale.

 

4.tuber /ˈtu.bɚ/ (n.)

Definition: a swollen underground stem or root of a plant from which new plants can grow, as in the potato

Ex. Along with the rise of temperature, both tuber weight and bulk increased rapidly.

 

5.flesh /fleʃ/ (n.)

Definition: the soft part of the body of a person or animal that is between the skin and the bones, or the soft inside part of a fruit or vegetable

Ex. Tony’s life was devoted to the pleasure of the flesh.

 

6.aberrant /ˈæb.ə.rənt/ (a.)

Definition: different from what is typical or usual, especially in an unacceptable way

Ex. It reflects the aberrant personality of some American politicians hostile to China's development and becoming powerful.

 

7.override /ˌoʊ.vəˈraɪd/ (v.)

Definition: (1.) (of a person who has the necessary authority) to decide against or refuse to accept a previous decision, an order, a person, etc. (2.) to operate an automatic machine by hand

Ex. Considerations of safety override all other concerns.

 

8.halo /ˈheɪ.loʊ/ (n.)

Definition: (1.)a ring of light around the head of a holy person in a religious drawing or painting (2.) a bright circle of light around something, or something that looks like this

Ex. She played the part of an angel, complete with wings and a halo.

 

9.copter /ˈkɑp.tər/ (n.)

Definition: a type of aircraft without wings, that has one or two sets of large blades that go round very fast on top. It can land and take off vertically and can stay in one place in the air

Ex. A copter appeared in the sky above them.

 

10.copacetic /ˌkoʊpə'setɪk/ (a.)

Definition: completely satisfactory

Ex. John’s smile said that everything was copacetic.

 

11.redirect /ˌri.dɪˈrekt/ (v.)

Definition: to change the direction of something, especially to send a letter to a new address

Ex. We got the post office to redirect our mail when we moved.

 

12.advisory /ədˈvaɪ.zər.i/ (a.)

Definition: giving advice

Ex. Tina has worked in an advisory capacity with many hospitals.

 

13.unaccounted /ˌʌnəˈkaʊntɪd/ (a.)

Definition: lost or unpaid, without explanation

Ex. At least 300 civilians are unaccounted for after the bombing raids.

 

14.relentless /rɪˈlent.ləs/ (a.)

Definition: continuing in a severe or extreme way

Ex. David’s quest for perfection is relentless.

 

15.airlift /ˈer.lɪft/ (n.)

Definition: an operation organized to move supplies or people by aircraft to or from a place that is difficult to reach because of war, a flood, etc.

Ex. The government ordered an airlift of medical and food supplies to the disaster area because the roads were destroyed.

 

16.intercourse /ˈɪn.tə.kɔs/ (n.)

Definition: the act of having sex

Ex.Our survey reveals that most couples have intercourse once a week.

 

17.reverence /ˈrev.ər.ənt s/ (n.)

Definition: a feeling of respect or admiration for someone or something

Ex.She shows great reverence for her professors.

 

18.pervade /pəˈveid/ (v.)

Definition: When qualities, characteristics or smells pervade a place or thing, they spread through it and are present in every part of it

Ex.The film is a reflection of the violence that pervades American culture.

 

19.affluent /ˈæf.lu.ənt/ (a.)

Definition: having a lot of money or owning a lot of things ; rich

Ex.He is an affluent man.

 

20.chastity /ˈtʃæs.tə.ti/ (n.)

Definition: the state of not having sexual relationships or never having had sex

Ex.As a monk, he took vows of chastity, poverty and obedience.

 

21.conceive /kənˈsiv/ (v.)

Definition: to bring a thought or idea into being; imagine

Ex.It's hard to conceive what the world will be like a hundred years from now.

 

22.upholder /ʌpˈhəuldər/ (n.)

Definition: to state that a decision which has already been made, especially a legal one, is correct

Ex.Our country's reputation as an upholder of standards of freedom and decency is being questioned.

 

23.arbitrary /ˈar·biˌtrer·i/ (a.)

Definition: based on a desire or idea or chance rather than reason

Ex.Her outfit was an arbitrary choice but was just perfect.

 

24.sublime /səˈblaim/ (a.)

Definition: extremely good, beautiful, or enjoyable, and therefore satisfying

Ex.We should take some time to enjoy the sublime beauty of nature.

 

25.deceive /diˈsiv/ (v.)

Definition: to persuade someone that something false is the truth; trick or fool

Ex.Some parents try to deceive school officials and enroll their children in other districts.