Vocabulary: Lexical sophistication: choosing the precise word

English · C2 · Lesson 84 · 20 words

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articulate

verb

speak clearly

discern

perceive or identify

sagacious

serotonin

ubiquitous

identifiable

synthesize

verb

Combine different elements into a unified whole

extrapolate

verb

Departure from the standard or expected

paradigm

noun

Model or framework

scrutinize

verb

Examine closely

conjecture

noun

Educated guess

corroborate

verb

support with evidence

elucidate

verb

clarify or explain

nuance

noun

astute

adjective

code-switching

meticulous

adjective

Very careful and precise

juxtaposition

noun

incorporate or insert

eloquence

noun

referring to specific things or people

vindicate

verb

Prove correct or vindicate

epitome

noun

perfect example

perspicacious

adjective

keen insight or understanding

ineffable

adjective

inexpressible in words