Unfamiliar Words

1. Vulture: A large bird of prey with a bald head, known for scavenging on carrion. Example: “The vulture
circled overhead, waiting for the animal to die.”

2. Cunningly: In a clever and deceitful way. Example: “He cunningly manipulated the conversation to his
advantage.”

3. Dissimulation: Concealment of one’s thoughts, feelings, or character. Example: “His friendly exterior
was a dissimulation of his true nature.”

4. Inquiring: Asking for information. Example: “She had an inquiring mind and was always asking
questions.”

5. Distinct: Recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type. Example: “There are
three distinct categories of the disease.”

6. Unperceived: Not noticed or observed. Example: “His subtle changes in behavior went unperceived.”

7. Crevice: A narrow opening or crack. Example: “She found a rare flower growing in a crevice of the
rock.”

8. Precisely: Exactly and accurately. Example: “The clock struck twelve precisely.”

9. Vex/Vexed: Make (someone) feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried. Example: “He was vexed by the
traffic delay.”

10. Waned/Wane: Decrease in vigor or extent; become weaker. Example: “Her enthusiasm for the project
began to wane.”

11. Hastily: With excessive speed or urgency; hurriedly. Example: “She hastily packed her suitcase.”

12. Shutters: Hinged covers or screens for windows. Example: “He closed the shutters to block out the
sun.”

13. Welled: (of a liquid) rise to the surface and spill or be about to spill. Example: “Tears welled in her
eyes.”

14. Aroused/Arouse: Evoke or awaken (a feeling, emotion, or response). Example: “The book aroused
controversy when it was first published.”

15. Bosom: A woman’s chest. Example: “She cradled the kitten to her bosom.”

16. Wary: Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. Example: “He was wary of
strangers.”

17. Profound: Very great or intense. Example: “His profound knowledge of history was impressive.”

18. Shrieked/shriek: Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words. Example: “She shrieked in fright.”
19. Suavity: The quality of being suave in manner. Example: “He charmed her with his suavity.”

20. Grief: Deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone’s death. Example: “She was overcome with
grief for her lost friend.”

21. Stifled: Make (someone) unable to breathe properly; suffocate. Example: “The room was hot and
stifled.”

22. Mournful: Feeling, expressing, or inducing sadness, regret, or grief. Example: “He had a mournful
expression on his face.”

23. Awe: A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder. Example: “She gazed in awe at the
magnificent buildings.”

24. Scantlings: Small quantities or amounts. Example: “Only scantlings of information were available
about the ancient civilization.”

25. Vain: Having an excessively high opinion of one’s appearance, abilities, or worth. Example: “His vain
attitude was off-putting to many.”

26. Ere long: Before long; soon. Example: “Ere long, she would have to face the consequences of her
actions.”

27. Vehemently: In a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; with great feeling. Example: “He
vehemently denied the allegations.”

28. Gesticulations: Dramatic gestures used instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words. Example:
“His gesticulations during the speech were distracting.”

29. Hypocritical: Behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is
the case. Example: “His hypocritical actions undermined his credibility.”

30. Dissemble: Conceal one’s true motives, feelings, or beliefs. Example: “She tried to dissemble her
grief by smiling.”

31. Conceived: Form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind. Example: “The plan was originally conceived
in the early 20th century.”

32. Tin: A silvery-white metal, often used to coat other metals to prevent corrosion. Example: “The tin
roof reflected the hot sun.”

33. Sufficient: Enough; adequate. Example: “She had sufficient funds to complete the project.”

34. Hinges: A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings as it opens and closes.
Example: “The rusty hinges creaked as the door opened.”

35. Creaked: Make a harsh, high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is
applied. Example: “The old wooden floorboards creaked underfoot.”

36. Sagacity: The quality of being sagacious; wisdom. Example: “His sagacity was evident in his
thoughtful decisions.”
37. Amid: Surrounded by; in the middle of. Example: “She sat amid a pile of books.”

38. Leap: Jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force. Example: “He had to leap over
the large puddle.”

39. Lodged/Lodge: Present (a complaint, appeal, claim, etc.) formally to the proper authorities. Example:
“She lodged a complaint with the manager.”

40. Deputed: Appoint or instruct (someone) to perform a task for which one is responsible. Example: “He
was deputed to manage the project.”

41. Premises: A house or building, together with its land and outbuildings, occupied by a business or
considered in an official context. Example: “The company moved to larger premises.”

42. Bade: Utter (a greeting or farewell) to. Example: “She bade him goodbye.”

43. Enthusiasm: Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. Example: “Her enthusiasm for the
subject was infectious.”

44. Audacity: The willingness to take bold risks. Example: “His audacity in tackling the difficult problem
impressed his teachers.”

45. Arose: Get up or stand up. Example: “She arose from her chair to greet him.”

46. Trifles: Things of little value or importance. Example: “She spends her money on trifles.”

47. Paced/Pace: Walk at a steady and consistent speed, especially back and forth and as an expression of
one’s anxiety or annoyance. Example: “He paced the room nervously.”

48. Fro: To and fro; back and forth. Example: “The swing moved to and fro.”

49. Strides: Walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction. Example: “He strode confidently into
the room.”

50. Foamed: Form or produce a mass of small bubbles; froth. Example: “The sea foamed against the
rocks.”

51. Raved: Talk wildly or incoherently, as if one were delirious or insane. Example: “He raved about the
injustices of the system.”

52. Grated: Reduce (something, especially food) to small shreds by rubbing it on a grater. Example: “She
grated the cheese for the pasta.”

53. Agony: Extreme physical or mental suffering. Example: “He was in agony after the accident.”

54. Tolerable: Able to be endured. Example: “The heat was barely tolerable.”

55. Derision: Contemptuous ridicule or mockery. Example: “His proposal was met with derision.”

56. Hark: Listen Example: “Hark! He knocks”