6/4/2012 Preamble Definition(n) :an introductory statement. Example :The preamble to the constitution begins with the famous words. “We the people of the United State of America../reference/dictionary/ entry preamble Synonyms :forward, prelude Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/5/2012 Abridge Definition(v) :to shorten, to reduce. Example :The Bill of Rights is designed to prevent Congress from abridging the Rights of American. Synonyms :shorten, abbreviate, cut back Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/6/2012 Refurbish Definition(v) :to fix up Example :It took 3 days’ work by a team of carpenters, painters, and decorators to completely refurbish the apartment. Synonyms :renovate, recondition Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/7/2012 Mutable Definition(adj): likely to change. Example :A politician’s reputation can be highly mutable, as seen in the case of President Harry Truman—mocked during his lifetime, revered afterward. Synonyms :changeable, permutable Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/11/2012 Reciprocate Definition(v) :to make a return for something. Example :If you will baby-sit for my kids tonight, I’ll reciprocate by taking care Of yours tomorrow. Synonyms :retaliate exchange, barter Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/12/2012 Exculpate Definition(v) :to free from blame or guilt. Example :When someone else confessed to the crime, the previous suspect was Exculpated Synonyms :forgive clear Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/13/2012 Discomfit Definition(v) :to frustrate, thwart, or embarrass Example :Discomfited by the interviewer’s unexpected question, Peter could Only stammer in reply. Synonyms :disconcert, fluster Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/14/2012 Consummate Definition(v) :To complete, finish, or perfect Example :The deal was consummated with a handshake and the payment of the Agreed-up fee. Synonyms :achieve, conclude Dictionary :American Heritage Dictionary
6/15/2012 Benevolent
DEFINITION: (adjective) wishing or doing good.
EXAMPLE: In old age, Carnegie used his wealth for benevolent purposes, donating large sums to found libraries and schools. SYNONYMS: altruistic, generous DICTIONARY: American Heritage Dictionary
6/18/2012
ostentatious DEFINITION: (adjective) overly showy, pretentious. EXAMPLE: To show off his wealth, the millionaire threw an ostentatious party featuring a full orchestra, a famous singer, and tens of thousands of dollars worth of food. SYNONYMS: boastful, flashy DICTIONARY: American Heritage� Dictionary
6/20/2012 anomaly DEFINITION: (noun) something different or irregular. EXAMPLE: The tiny planet Pluto, orbiting next to the giants Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune, has long appeared to be an anomaly. SYNONYMS: atypical, uncustomary DICTIONARY: American Heritage� Dictionary
6/19/2012 abridge DEFINITION: (verb) to shorten, to reduce. EXAMPLE: The Bill of Rights is designed to prevent Congress from abridging the rights of Americans. SYNONYMS: shorten, abbreviate, cut back DICTIONARY: American Heritage� Dictionary
6/25/2012 intrepid DEFINITION: (adjective) fearless and resolute. EXAMPLE: Only an intrepid adventurer is willing to undertake the long and dangerous trip by sled to the South Pole. SYNONYMS: brave, bold DICTIONARY: American Heritage� Dictionary