1. Vocabulary in Context
Part 4

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

3. 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?

4. 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?

5. 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?

6. 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?

7. 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?

8. 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?

9. 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?

10. 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?

11. 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?