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People

50 Words

25m

contact
1.
con
tact
Verb

to communicate with someone by calling or writing to them

I'll contact you tomorrow to discuss the details of the project.

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acquaintance
2.
acq
uain
tance
Noun

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries.

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prodigy
3.
pro
di
gy
Noun

a remarkable example of a particular quality, skill, or achievement

The sequoia tree's height is truly a prodigy of natural growth in the plant kingdom.

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clairvoyant
4.
clair
voyant
Noun

a person who claims to have the ability to perceive events or objects beyond normal sensory capabilities

The clairvoyant amazed everyone at the party by accurately describing events from their past.

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buff
5.
buff
Noun

someone who is deeply interested in and well-informed about a particular topic

She's a real history buff and can recite dates from memory.

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luminary
6.
lu
mi
na
ry
Noun

an influential individual who inspires or enlightens others

As a luminary in the world of technology, Steve Jobs inspired countless innovators.

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buffoon
7.
bu
ffoon
Noun

a person who behaves in a ridiculous or amusing way, often to entertain others

The party entertainer's antics made him appear like a buffoon to the children.

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vagabond
8.
va
ga
bond
Noun

a wanderer who has no settled place to live and travels from place to place

The vagabond moved through the streets, carrying all his belongings in a small bag.

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poacher
9.
poa
cher
Noun

small slender fish (to 8 inches) with body covered by bony plates; chiefly of deeper northern Pacific waters

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amateur
10.
a
ma
teur
Adjective

(of objects or works) lacking the precision or quality one would expect from a paid professional

The garage band produced only amateur pop songs before gaining industry experience.

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smuggler
11.
smu
gg
ler
Noun

an individual who illegally and secretly imports or exports goods or people

The smuggler was caught attempting to bring drugs into the country through hidden compartments in his truck.

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homemaker
12.
home
ma
ker
Noun

an individual, typically within a family setting, responsible for managing household tasks to create a comfortable and functional living environment

As a homemaker, she finds fulfillment in creating a comfortable and nurturing environment for her family.

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invalid
13.
in
va
lid
Noun

a person who is too ill or disabled to care for themselves or participate in normal activities

The caregivers were trained to attend to the needs of invalids, ensuring their well-being.

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explorer
14.
exp
lo
rer
Noun

a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

Early explorers played a key role in discovering new continents.

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missionary
15.
mi
ssio
na
ry
Noun

someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

The missionary spent years in remote villages, sharing the teachings of Christianity with the local people.

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townsman
16.
towns
man
Noun

a person from the same town as yourself

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posterity
17.
pos
te
ri
ty
Noun

all the people who will come after the current generation

Scientists are researching renewable energy sources with an eye toward securing a cleaner future for posterity.

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cohort
18.
co
hort
Noun

a band of warriors (originally a unit of a Roman Legion)

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elite
19.
e
lite
Noun

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

The elite gathered at the exclusive club for their annual meeting.

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surrogate
20.
su
rro
gate
Noun

someone who acts or serves as a substitute or representative on behalf of another person or entity, often in a legal or formal capacity

She served as a surrogate for her elderly neighbor, managing her finances and medical appointments.

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regiment
21.
re
gi
ment
Noun

a military unit with a specific organizational structure and operational role within an army

The 101st Airborne Division is a renowned regiment of the United States Army.

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garrison
22.
ga
rri
son
Noun

a military stronghold where soldiers are stationed for defense

The castle served as a garrison for the king's soldiers.

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procession
23.
pro
ce
ssion
Noun

a group of people, animals, or vehicles moving ahead in an organized formation

A procession of elephants walked through the festival grounds.

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lineup
24.
li
neup
Noun

a carefully arranged group of people or things brought together for a particular purpose

The fashion show lineup featured models showcasing the latest designer collections.

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mass
25.
mass
Noun

the general population

Propaganda was used to influence the masses.

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folk
26.
folk
Noun

music that originates from and reflects the traditional culture of a particular region or community, often featuring acoustic instruments and storytelling lyrics

Folk music is often passed down through generations and reflects local traditions.

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quorum
27.
quo
rum
Noun

the minimum number of people that must be present for a meeting to officially begin or for decisions to be made

The board meeting could not proceed as scheduled because there was not enough members present to meet the quorum requirement.

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cavalcade
28.
ca
val
cade
Noun

a procession or parade, typically consisting of a series of vehicles, horses, or people

The city streets were filled with excitement as the cavalcade of floats and performers passed by during the carnival parade.

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pseudonym
29.
pseu
do
nym
Noun

a fake name people use for certain activities

Batman, a pseudonym for Bruce Wayne, fights crime in Gotham City.

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30.
mo
ni
ker
Noun

a nickname or alias that someone or something is known by, often used informally or affectionately

His moniker "Slim" was given to him by his friends in high school because of his slender build.

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anonymous
31.
a
no
ny
mous
Adjective

(of a person) not known by name

The whistleblower chose to remain anonymous to protect their identity and avoid potential retaliation.

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possess
32.
possess
Verb

to have something as one's own

As an avid art collector, he possesses valuable paintings from renowned artists.

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juvenile
33.
ju
ve
nile
Adjective

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

The juvenile detention center houses young offenders under the age of 18.

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swashbuckling
34.
swash
buck
ling
Noun

a genre of literature, film, or entertainment that features action-packed adventures of daring swordplay, romance, and excitement, often set in historical or fantastical settings

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renowned
35.
re
nowned
Adjective

famous and admired by many people

The renowned scientist was honored with a Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.

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dub
36.
dub
Verb

to give someone or something a nickname, often to show affection or to highlight a specific trait

In the music industry, the legendary guitarist was dubbed "The King of Blues" for his mastery of the blues genre.

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flush
37.
flush
Verb

to experience a reddening of the skin, typically in the face, due to emotions like embarrassment, excitement, or strong reactions

When she received the unexpected compliment, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.

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gawk
38.
gawk
Verb

to stare openly and foolishly

As the magician performed his tricks, the children gawked in amazement.

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populate
39.
pop
u
late
Verb

(of individuals or communities) to be present in a particular area

Various indigenous tribes have populated the rainforest for centuries.

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mediate
40.
me
diate
Adjective

occupying a middle position or stage, serving as a link or transition between two extremes

The mediate stage of the process ensured a smooth transition to the final phase.

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tinker
41.
tin
ker
Noun

formerly a person (traditionally a Gypsy) who traveled from place to place mending pots and kettles and other metal utensils as a way to earn a living

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waive
42.
waive
Verb

to voluntarily relinquish or give up a right, claim, or privilege

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inherit
43.
in
he
rit
Verb

to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away

After her grandmother's passing, she inherited a beautiful antique necklace.

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conduct
44.
con
duct
Verb

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software.

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undertake
45.
un
der
take
Verb

to accept or promise to do something particular

The contractor undertook to complete the construction project within the specified timeframe.

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don
46.
don
Verb

to put on clothing

He decided to don a sharp suit for the job interview to make a professional impression.

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prattle
47.
pra
ttle
Verb

to talk a lot about unimportant things and in a way that may seem foolish

During the long car ride, the toddler prattled on about imaginary friends and adventures.

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woo
48.
woo
Verb

to seek someone's favor or support

The candidate tried to woo undecided voters.

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court
49.
court
Noun

the place in which legal proceedings are conducted

In family court, judges handle matters such as divorce, child custody, and domestic violence disputes.

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accompany
50.
a
ccom
pa
ny
Verb

to go somewhere with someone

Sarah asked John to accompany her to the concert.

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