Vocabulary in Context Part 4

beguile Her sudden friendliness was beguiling as to her real motivation. Part of Speech- verb To influence by slyness What is an appropriate synonym?

adamant He was adamant that he did not cheat on his test. Part of Speech- adjective Refusing to be persuaded or to change one’s mind. What is an appropriate synonym?

faction I was horrified to find that a rather powerful faction now existed to oppose my nomination. Part of Speech- noun A small, organized, dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics. What is an appropriate synonym?

gibbet Being in the presence of the actual gibbet where the execution took place was an experience I will never forget. Part of Speech- noun A gallows; an upright post of one arm on which the bodies of executed criminals were left hanging as a warning or deterrent to others. What is an appropriate synonym?

empowered After the women’s conference, I felt more empowered to make a change than ever before. Part of Speech- adjective To possess the authority or power to do something What is an appropriate synonym?

indictment I was relieved to find that the neighborhood vandal was finally going to be indicted for his repeated crimes in our community. Part of Speech- noun A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. What is an appropriate synonym?

harlot Being a harlot is often referred as the oldest profession. Part of Speech- noun A prostitute or promiscuous woman. What is an appropriate synonym?

summon My mother summoned me for questioning about the damage to the car. Part of Speech- verb Authoritatively or urgently call on someone to be present, especially as a defendant or witness in a court of law. What is an appropriate synonym?

penitence No amount of penitence could absolve me of my guilt over slapping my little brother. Part of Speech- verb, noun The action of feeling or showing sorrow for having done someone wrong. What is an appropriate synonym?

purge I purged myself by writing a letter of heartfelt apology. Part of Speech- verb Rid of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition, typically given a sense of cathartic release. What is an appropriate synonym?