Vocabulary List #9 English 11 Honors. 1. machination (noun) an evil plan Synonym: scheme; plot.

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Vocabulary List #9 English 11 Honors

1. machination (noun) an evil plan Synonym: scheme; plot

2. pejorative (adjective) having a negative effect; insulting Synonym: derogatory

3. harbinger (noun) an omen; a sign of something to happen Synonym: warning; portent

4. sapient (adjective) wise; full of knowledge Synonym: sagacious

5. chimerical (adjective) imaginary; fantastical Synonym: illusionary

6. masochist (noun) a person who enjoys his or her own suffering

7. heterogeneous (adjective) different; dissimilar Synonym: diverse, varied

8. grandiose (adjective) showy; magnificent Synonym: stately; imposing

9. raiment (noun) clothing; garments

10. blanch (verb) to whiten; to make pale Synonym: bleach

11. nubile (adjective) suitable for marriage in age and physical development (mainly referring to a female)

12. finesse (noun) diplomacy; tact; artful management; knowing how to act appropriately or cleverly in certain situations Synonyms: skill; cunning

13. eclectic (adjective) choosing from various sources; widespread Synonym: selective

14. hybrid (noun) anything of mixed origin

15. idiosyncrasy (noun) a peculiar personality trait Synonym: quirk