List 2

Word: Abstain
Pronunciation: ab-STAYN
Meaning: To restrain oneself from doing something.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Abs + Stain” — imagine you’re abstaining from eating something because it would stain your shirt, so you refrain.

Word: Approbation
Pronunciation: ap-ruh-BAY-shun
Meaning: Approval or praise.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Approve + Nation” — a whole nation gives approbation, showing widespread approval or praise.

Word: Cherish
Pronunciation: CHER-ish
Meaning: To protect and care for lovingly.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Cherry” — imagine cherishing a rare cherry by protecting it and caring for it lovingly.

Word: Corroborate
Pronunciation: kuh-ROB-uh-rayt
Meaning: To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Co + Robber” — imagine two people, one corroborating the other’s alibi, confirming their story.

Word: Disparate
Pronunciation: DIS-puh-ruht
Meaning: Essentially different in kind, not able to be compared, containing elements very different from one another.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Dis + Separate” — imagine two completely different things being disparate, so separate they cannot be compared.

Word: Emulate
Pronunciation: EM-yuh-layt
Meaning: To match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.
Mnemonic:
Think of “Emo + Late” — imagine an emo teenager emulating a famous singer by copying their style and surpassing them with their own performance.

Enervate
Pronunciation: EN-ur-vayt
Meaning: To weaken or drain of energy.

Think of “Energy + Wait” — someone slowly runs out of energy and needs to wait to recover, like an old phone that needs recharging.
Or imagine “End + Nerve” — you lose your nerve and energy, draining away to the point of exhaustion.

Sentence:
The relentless heat began to enervate the athletes, leaving them too tired to finish the race.

Ephemeral
Pronunciation: ee-FEM-er-uhl
Meaning: Lasting for a very short time.

Imagine a “Fleeting Phoenix” that bursts into flames and disappears in an instant, just as ephemeral as a momentary spark.
Or think of the “Ephemeral Snow” — snowflakes that last only a moment, melting as soon as they hit the ground.

Sentence:
Their joy was ephemeral, fading away as quickly as it had come.

Fervid
Pronunciation: FUR-vid
Meaning: Intensely passionate or enthusiastic.

Picture a “Fervent Fire” — a blaze that burns intensely, symbolizing deep passion that can’t be contained.
Or imagine someone so fervid in their enthusiasm that their words burst like fireworks into the night sky.

Sentence:
His fervid dedication to the cause inspired everyone around him to take action.

Garrulous
Pronunciation: GAR-uh-luhs
Meaning: Excessively talkative, especially about trivial matters.

Think of “Garry + Lous” — imagine Garry talking nonstop about trivial things to his loud friend Lous, being garrulous.
Or picture someone garrulous at a party, telling long stories about nothing and dominating the conversation.

Sentence:
The garrulous neighbor wouldn’t stop talking about his garden, keeping everyone else from speaking.

Incendiary
Pronunciation: in-SEN-dee-er-ee
Meaning: Tending to provoke conflict or cause fires; inflammatory.

Imagine an “Incendiary” device — a bomb that starts a fire, symbolizing anything designed to cause intense reaction or conflict.
Or think of “In + Send + Air” — someone who sends out messages that stir up trouble, making the air charged with tension.

Sentence:
His incendiary comments sparked an argument that lasted for hours.

Inimical
Pronunciation: in-IM-ih-kuhl
Meaning: Hostile, unfriendly, or harmful.

Think of “In + Mimic” — an enemy mimicking your actions in a harmful, inimical way.
Or imagine someone who is always inimical, creating an unfriendly environment that makes others feel unwelcome.

Sentence:
The inimical relationship between the two leaders led to a breakdown in diplomacy.

Intimate
Pronunciation: IN-tuh-muht
Meaning: Close, personal, or familiar; having a strong connection.

Think of “In + Mate” — a friend so close that you’re practically mates, sharing personal thoughts and moments.
Or imagine a “Private Space” — something intimate is private and shared only with the closest people.

Sentence:
They had an intimate conversation about their hopes and dreams, sharing what they truly felt.

Invigorate
Pronunciation: in-VIG-uh-rayt
Meaning: To give strength or energy to something or someone.

Think of “In + Vigor” — bringing in vigor to make someone feel alive and energized, like a burst of vitality.
Or imagine drinking a “Vigor + Gatorade” — something that invigorates you, giving you energy and strength.

Sentence:
A good night’s sleep will invigorate you, making you feel refreshed and ready to take on the day.

Mitigate
Pronunciation: MIT-ih-gayt
Meaning: To make something bad less severe or intense.

Think of “Mini + Gate” — imagine a gate that limits or reduces the severity of something, making it less extreme.
Or picture “Mild + Gate” — opening a gate to let in less intensity, just like mitigating a difficult situation.

Sentence:
The new laws were designed to mitigate the effects of pollution on the environment.

Obsolete
Pronunciation: OB-suh-leet
Meaning: Outdated or no longer in use.

Think of “Obvious + Delete” — when something becomes so old and outdated that it’s obvious it should be deleted or replaced.
Or imagine an “Old + Set” — an outdated set of tools that’s no longer in use, just like obsolete items.

Sentence:
The old computer was obsolete, unable to run the latest software.

Opaque
Pronunciation: oh-PAYK
Meaning: Not transparent; unclear or difficult to understand.

Think of “Oh + Fake” — something that appears unclear or confusing, like a fake object that hides its true nature.
Or imagine looking through an “Opaque Window” — you can’t see through it clearly, just like something that’s opaque in meaning.

Sentence:
The report was opaque, leaving many people confused about the true details.

Paradigmatic
Pronunciation: par-uh-dig-MAT-ik
Meaning: Serving as a typical example or pattern of something.

Think of “Paradise + Matic” — imagine a perfect example of a utopia, representing the ideal or paradigmatic model.
Or picture a “Perfect Diagram” — something that is the model to follow, just like a paradigmatic solution to a problem.

Sentence:
Her paradigmatic behavior at work became the model for the entire team.

Pendent
Pronunciation: PEN-dent
Meaning: Pending or awaiting decision, or something hanging.

Think of “Pen + Dent” — a pendent situation where you’re waiting for the final decision or action to resolve something.
Or imagine a “Pendant” hanging on a necklace, symbolizing something that is pendent, suspended and waiting.

Sentence:
The case is still pendent, awaiting the final ruling from the court.

Placid
Pronunciation: PLASS-id
Meaning: Calm, peaceful, or undisturbed.

Think of “Place + Sid” — imagine a peaceful place with no disturbance, a placid environment.
Or picture a “Placid Lake” — a calm, smooth lake that is undisturbed and serene.

Sentence:
The morning fog created a placid atmosphere by the lake, making everything feel calm and quiet.

Polemical
Pronunciation: puh-LEM-ik-uhl
Meaning: Involving strong arguments or controversial discussions.

Think of “Pole + Mic” — imagine someone grabbing a microphone and starting a polemical debate, stirring up heated arguments.
Or picture “Political + Meltdown” — a polemical discussion that escalates into a heated conflict.

Sentence:
His polemical speech on the topic divided the audience, sparking a passionate debate.

Precipitate
Pronunciation: pri-SIP-uh-tayt
Meaning: To cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly.

Think of “Pre + Sip + Late” — imagine rushing to drink something before it’s ready, precipitating a sudden reaction.
Or think of “Pre + Skip” — skipping steps in a process, causing things to happen too quickly or suddenly. Or sudden showering of rainfall(precipitation)

Sentence:
The sudden announcement of layoffs precipitated widespread panic among the employees.

Profundity
Pronunciation: proh-FUN-dih-tee
Meaning: Deep insight or great depth of knowledge.

Think of “Profound + City” — imagine a city filled with deep knowledge and wisdom, symbolizing profundity.
Or picture someone with “Profound Dignity” — displaying great depth in their thoughts and actions, showing profundity.

Sentence:
The professor’s lecture was filled with profundity, leaving the students in awe of his deep understanding.

Prophetic
Pronunciation: proh-FET-ik
Meaning: Relating to a prophecy or predicting the future.

Think of “Prophet + Tick” — imagine a prophet who can predict the future, with every tick of the clock revealing a new vision.
Or picture “Pro + Fret” — someone who predicts future events, causing others to fret about what’s coming.

Sentence:
Her prophetic words about the company’s future turned out to be remarkably accurate.

Prudent
Pronunciation: PROO-dent
Meaning: Wise or careful in making decisions.

Think of “Proof + Dent” — when you’re careful, you create a proof for your decisions, avoiding mistakes or dents.
Or imagine someone pruning a plant, making prudent decisions to help it grow wisely.

Sentence:
It’s prudent to save money for emergencies rather than spend it all at once.

Punctilious
Pronunciation: punk-TIL-ee-uhs
Meaning: Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

Think of “Punctual + Illus” — imagine someone who is so punctilious that they arrive exactly on time and focus on every small detail.
Or picture a “Punctual Student” — always following every rule and detail with precision.

Sentence:
Her punctilious attention to detail ensured that every part of the project was flawless.

Recondite
Pronunciation: rek-ON-dahyt
Meaning: Not easily understood; obscure or hidden in meaning.

Think of “Re + Condense” — imagine someone trying to recondense something complicated, making it difficult to understand.
Or picture a “Recondite Code” — a hidden code or message that is tough to decipher.

Sentence:
The professor’s recondite explanation of quantum physics left many students confused.

Scrupulous
Pronunciation: SKROO-pyuh-luhs
Meaning: Extremely careful, especially in doing what is morally right.

Think of “Screw + Pull Us” — someone who makes sure every detail is right and pulls things together without “screwing up.”
Or imagine a “Scrupulous” person double-checking every action to ensure fairness and integrity.

Sentence:
She was scrupulous in her research, ensuring all her data was accurate and ethically sourced.

Tranquil
Pronunciation: TRAN-kwil
Meaning: Calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance.

Think of “Train + Quill” — imagine a peaceful scene of a train slowly passing by with a quill, symbolizing calmness.
Or picture a “Tranquil Pond” — a calm, still pond with no ripples, representing tranquility.

Sentence:
The tranquil countryside was the perfect place for a relaxing retreat.

Vacillate
Pronunciation: VAS-uh-layt
Meaning: To waver or fluctuate between different opinions or actions.

Think of “Vast + Late” — someone vacillating between two different decisions and being too late to choose.
Or imagine a “Vaccine + Late” — someone constantly changing their mind about when to get vaccinated, vacillating between yes and no.

Sentence:
He continued to vacillate between accepting the job offer and staying in his current position.

Story Mode

In a small village, there lived a wise elder who taught the importance of self-control. He advised everyone to abstain from negative habits and instead seek approbation through good deeds. The villagers learned to cherish their relationships, protecting and caring for one another lovingly. One day, a traveler arrived with tales that seemed to corroborate the elder’s teachings. He shared stories of disparate cultures, showing how people from different backgrounds could come together. Inspired, many villagers decided to emulate his kindness and generosity. However, the traveler’s arrival also had a downside; his stories sometimes enervated those who couldn’t keep up with his adventures. They felt drained of energy just listening! His tales were often ephemeral, lasting only for a moment before moving on to the next exciting story. Despite this, the traveler was fervid, passionately sharing his experiences with an intensity that captivated many. Some villagers found him a bit too garrulous, talking excessively about trivial matters. Others worried he was being incendiary, stirring up conflict among those who disagreed with his views. The elder reminded everyone that such discussions could be inimical, obstructing their peaceful lives. He encouraged them to remain intimate with one another, fostering familiarity and understanding in their community. To keep spirits high, the elder suggested activities that would invigorate the villagers, giving them strength and energy. They worked together to mitigate any tensions caused by differing opinions, ensuring that no one felt left out or hurt. As time passed, some old traditions became obsolete, replaced by new ways of thinking. The villagers embraced change but remained cautious; they didn’t want to be opaque about their feelings or ideas. One day, they gathered to discuss a new project that would serve as a paradigmatic example of community spirit. They aimed for a solution that was not just practical but also inspiring. However, some members were too pedantic, focusing excessively on minor details instead of the bigger picture. In these meetings, there was always a sense of being placid, as they tried not to get upset or excited over disagreements. Yet, some discussions turned polemical, leading to strongly critical debates about various ideas. Sometimes, decisions were made too quickly, causing plans to precipitate unexpectedly. The elder reminded everyone of the importance of profundity, encouraging deep thought and insight before acting. He also shared stories that were almost prophetic, predicting how their actions today would shape their future. The villagers learned to be prudent, acting with care and thoughtfulness for what lay ahead. During planning sessions, they became very punctilious, paying great attention to detail and correct behavior. However, some ideas remained recondite, little known or difficult for many to grasp fully. The elder was always scrupulous, careful and thorough in his guidance, ensuring everyone understood their roles. Through it all, the village remained a tranquil place, free from disturbance and calm in spirit. Yet sometimes, individuals would still vacillate, wavering between different opinions or actions when faced with tough choices. The elder gently reminded them that it was okay to seek clarity before deciding.