The Namesake Vocabulary Chapters 6-12

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auspicious

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Adjective; conducive to success; favorable. Example: The clear sky and gentle breeze on their wedding day seemed like an auspicious sign for a happy and prosperous future together.

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appalled

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Adjective; greatly dismayed or horrified. Example: As an animal lover, she was appalled by the sight of the abandoned animals left to suffer in the cold.

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anomaly

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Noun; something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. Example: The scientist noted the strange data point as an anomaly, as it didn’t fit the usual pattern of results.

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illicit

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Adjective; forbidden by law, rules, or custom. Example: The authorities launched an investigation into the illicit trade of endangered species in the region.

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solace

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Noun; comfort or consolation in a time of distress. Example: In the quiet of the forest, she found solace, the peaceful surroundings offering a brief escape from her worries.

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mundane

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Adjective; lacking interest or excitement; dull. Example: The mundane tasks of daily life can sometimes feel overwhelming.

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precarious

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Adjective; not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse. Example: The precarious balance of the tower made everyone nervous.

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discombobulate

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Verb; to confuse or disconcert; upset; frustrate. Example: The unexpected news seemed to discombobulate everyone in the room.

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remnant

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Noun; a small remaining quantity of something. Example: The remnant of the ancient civilization can still be seen in the ruins.

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malaise

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Noun; a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease. Example: The malaise in the community was palpable after the recent events.