Word Formation & Derivatives

tantalizingly C2

/ˈtæntəˌlaɪzɪŋli/ In a way that tempts you with something desirable but just out of reach. M S

circumnavigation C2

The act of travelling all the way around something, especially the world. M S

edify C2

/ˈɛdɪfaɪ/ To improve someone morally or intellectually through teaching. M S

recumbent C2

Lying down, especially in a relaxed position. M S

infernally C2

Extremely; to an annoying degree. M S

magnanimously C2

/mæɡˈnænɪməsli/ In a generous and forgiving way, especially toward a rival. M S

indignantly C2

/ˌɪnˈdɪgnəntˌliː/ In a way that shows anger at something seen as unfair or wrong. M S

axiomatic C2

/ˌæk.si.əˈmæt.ɪk/ So obviously true that it needs no proof. M S

ostensible C2

/ɑˈstɛns.ɪ.bəl/ Stated or appearing to be the reason or purpose, though the real one may be different. M S

resoundingly C2

/rɪˈzaʊndɪŋli/ In a clear and unmistakable way; emphatically M S

ignominiously C2

/ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪ.ni.əs.li/ In a shameful or dishonourable way. M S

rumination C2

/ˌɹuːmɪˈneɪʃən/ Deep, careful thinking about something over a long time. M S

emulsifier C2

/ɪˈmʌlsəˌfaɪɝ/ A substance that helps two liquids mix into a smooth blend and keeps them from separating. M S

ecotourism C2

/ˌɛkoʊˈtʊɹɪzəm/ Responsible travel to natural areas that protects the environment and supports local people. M S

postural C2

/ˈpɑst͡ʃəɹəl/ Relating to the way you hold or position your body. M S

disparagingly C2

/dɪˈspɛrɪdʒɪŋli/ In a way that shows a low opinion of someone or something; insultingly. M S

nostalgically C2

In a way that shows a fond, slightly sad longing for the past. M S

compellingly C2

/kəmˈpɛlɪŋli/ In a way that holds your attention or convinces you strongly M S

voracity C2

/vəˈɹæ.sə.ti/ Extreme eagerness to eat; greedy hunger. M S

remonstrate C2

/ˈɹɛ.mən.stɹeɪt/ To protest or argue against something, expressing strong disapproval. M S

confabulation C2

/kənˌfæbjəˈleɪʃən/ A false memory that someone genuinely believes is true, often caused by brain illness. M S

incongruity C2

/ɪnkɑŋˈɡɹuɪti/ The state of two or more things not fitting together or not matching, in a way that seems strange. M S

prescriptive C2

/pɹəˈskɹəptəv/ Giving firm rules or instructions about how something should be done. M S

encumber C2

/ɪnˈkʌmbə(ɹ)/ To weigh someone down or make movement difficult with a heavy load. M S

dubiously C2

/ˈdub.i.əs.li/ In a doubtful or uncertain way, as if unsure something is good or true. M S

laudatory C2

/ˈlɔdəˌtɔri/ Expressing strong praise. M S

deprecate C2

/ˈdɛp.rɪˌkeɪt/ To declare something outdated and advise against using it, even though it still works (often of software features). M S

computerize C2

/kəmˈpjuːtɝˌaɪz/ To start using computers to do a job or run a system that was once done by hand. M S

presentational C2

Relating to how something is presented or shown to people. M S

promotable C2

Suitable to be promoted; deserving a higher position. M S

rapturously C2

In a way that shows great joy or enthusiasm. M S

munificence C2

/mjuːˈnɪfɪsəns/ Great generosity, especially in giving money or gifts. M S

indulgently C2

In a way that is kind, gentle, and willing to allow what others want. M S

solipsism C2

/ˈsɒlɪpsɪzəm/ The philosophical idea that only your own mind is sure to exist. M S

inchoate C2

/ɪnˈkoʊət/ Just beginning and not yet fully formed or developed M S

unfeasibly C2

To a degree that seems impossible or impractical. M S

arduously C2

In a way that requires great effort and is very tiring. M S

caffeinate C2

/ˈkæfɪˌneɪt/ To drink coffee or other caffeinated drinks to feel more awake and alert. M S

self-aggrandizement C2

/ˈsɛlˈfægrənˌdaɪzmənt/ Acting to increase your own power, wealth, or importance. M S

selectivity C2

/sɪˌlɛkˈtɪvəti/ The quality of being careful or particular about what one chooses. M S

equable C2

/ˈɛkwəbəl/ Calm and not easily upset. M S

polysyllabic C2

/ˌpɔ.lɪ.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/ Having more than one syllable, or many syllables. M S

emolument C2

/əˈmɑljəmənt/ Payment or financial benefit received from a job or official position. M S

ruminant C2

/ˈɹuːmɪnənt/ A hoofed animal, such as a cow, sheep, or deer, that chews the cud and has a stomach with several compartments. M S

emulsify C2

/ɪˈmʊlsɪfaɪ/ To mix two liquids that normally separate, such as oil and water, into a smooth blend. M S

melodiously C2

In a way that sounds pleasant and tuneful. M S

malleability C2

/ˌmæliːəˈbɪləti/ The quality of being easily shaped, bent, or changed. M S

etymological C2

/ˌɛtɪməˈlɑdʒɪkəl/ relating to etymology or the historical origin and development of words M S

infallibly C2

/ɪnˈfæl.ɪ.bli/ In a way that never fails or makes a mistake. M S

irrelevancy C2

/ˌɪˈrɛləvənsi/ Something that has no bearing on the matter being discussed. M S

calorific C2

/ˌkæləˈɹɪf.ɪk/ Containing a lot of calories and likely to be fattening. M S

proprietorial C2

Behaving as if one owns something or someone; possessive. M S

formidably C2

/ˈfɔrmədəbli/ In a way that inspires fear, respect, or awe; impressively powerfully. M S

marketability C2

/ˌmɑːrkɪtəˈbɪlɪti/ How easily something can be sold; its appeal to buyers. M S

methodological C2

/ˌmɛθ.ə.dəˈlɑ.d͡ʒɪ.kəl/ Relating to the methods used in research or in a particular field. M S

cultish C2

Resembling a cult, especially in showing extreme or unquestioning devotion. M S

angularity C2

The quality of having sharp angles or corners. M S

mundanity C2

/mʌnˈdænɪti/ The quality of being ordinary, dull, or unremarkable. M S

echolocate C2

To find the position of objects by sending out sounds and listening for the echoes. M S

cognate C2

/ˈkɑɡn(e)ɪt/ related in origin, nature, or character M S

ephemerality C2

The quality of lasting for only a very short time. M S

unmediated C2

Direct, without anything coming in between. M S

unnervingly C2

/ˈʌnˈnɜːvɪŋlɪ/ In a way that makes someone feel nervous or uneasy. M S

austerely C2

/ɔˈstiɹli/ In a stern or severe manner. M S

leavening C2

/ˈlɛvənɪŋ/ A substance, such as yeast, that makes dough or batter rise. M S

syllabic C2

/sɪˈlæb.ɪk/ Relating to syllables. M S

stringently C2

/ˈstrɪndʒəntli/ In a strict and rigorous way; with little flexibility. M S

totemic C2

/təʊˈtɛmɪk/ Treated as a powerful symbol that represents a group or idea. M S

enduringly C2

In a way that lasts a long time. M S

prurience C2

/ˈpɹʊəɹiəns/ An excessive or unhealthy interest in sexual matters. M S

precociously C2

In a way that shows unusually early development or maturity. M S

drabness C2

The quality of being dull, colourless, and dreary. M S

cogently C2

/ˈkəʊ.dʒn̩t.li/ In a clear and convincing way. M S

taste-maker C2

A person whose opinions shape what becomes fashionable or popular. M S

presupposition C2

/ˌpriːsəpəˈzɪʃən/ Something that is assumed to be true without being stated directly. M S

ponderously C2

In a slow, heavy, clumsy way. M S

preservationist C2

/ˌprɛzɝˈveɪʃənɪst/ A person who works to protect historic buildings, natural areas, or endangered species M S

topographically C2

With regard to the physical features and shape of the land. M S

retrospection C2

The act of looking back and thinking about past events. M S

inartistic C2

Lacking artistic skill or taste. M S

decentralize C2

/diˈsɛntɹəˌlaɪz/ To spread something out from one central place to several different locations. M S

demystification C2

The act of making a confusing or mysterious subject clear and easy to understand. M S

commensurately C2

/kəˈmɛnsɝətli/ In a way that matches or is in proportion to something. M S

emulsification C2

The process of mixing two liquids that normally separate, such as oil and water, into a smooth blend. M S

carbonize C2

/ˈkɑɹ.bən.aɪz/ To turn something into carbon by heating it, leaving it scorched or blackened. M S

venomously C2

/ˈvɛnəməsli/ With intense spite or hostility. M S

incongruously C2

/ˌɪŋˈkɔŋruːəsli/ In a way that seems out of place or does not fit. M S

euphorically C2

In a way that shows intense happiness and excitement. M S

confabulate C2

/kənˈfæbjʊleɪt/ To unconsciously invent false memories to fill gaps in what you remember. M S

redundantly C2

In a way that is unnecessary because it repeats something already present. M S

undemonstrative C2

/ˌʌn dəˈmɒn stɹə tɪv/ Not showing your feelings openly; reserved. M S

superfluously C2

In an unnecessary way; more than is needed. M S

proscription C2

/pɹəˈskɹɪp.ʃən/ An official ban or prohibition on something. M S

spuriously C2

In a false or misleading way that only seems genuine. M S

solitariness C2

/sɑːləˈtɛriːnɪs/ The state of being alone or apart from others. M S

acrobatically C2

In a way that involves skilful, agile physical movement. M S