loneliness(n.) Solitude.

c« ® n; hiu qu¹ nh
quietus(n.) A silencing, suppressing, or ending. bÊ t ® é ng; chÕ t
efficacious(adj.) Effective. Cã h/q; sinh lî i
forehead(n.) The upper part of the face, between the eyes and the hair. tr¸ n
cosmography(n. The science that describes the universe, including astronomy, geography,
) and geology.
transferable(adj. Capable of being conveyed from one person or place to another. Cã thÓ di chuyÓ n
)
innumerable(adj Countless. Kh« ng ® Õ m xuÓ
.)
network(n.) Anything that presents a system of cross- lines. m¹ ng
despotism(n.) Any severe and strict rule in which the judgment of the governed has little or ChÕ ® é chuyª n quyÒ n
no part.
stimulus(n.) Incentive. kÝ ch thÝ ch; khuyª n khÝ ch
excess(n.) That which passes the ordinary, proper, or required limit, measure, or Qu¸ mø c, vuî t qu¸ gií i h¹ n
experience.
convalescence(n The state of progressive restoration to health and strength after the cessation Thêi kú d−íng bÖ nh; sù l¹ I søc
.) of diseas
psychic(adj.) Pertaining to the mind or soul. « ng ® å ng, bµ cè t
monstrosity(n.) Anything unnaturally huge or distorted. Qu¸ I dj, kú qu¸ i
terrapin rï a B¸ c Mü
planetarium cung thiª n v¨ n, nhµ m« h× nh
vò trô
interpolation(n.) Verbal interference. phÐ p né i suy
enlist(v.) To enter voluntarily the military service by formal enrollment. thu nhË n vµ o qu© n ® é i; tß ng
qu© n; tranh thñ ( cm t× nh, céng
t¸ c)
orthodoxy(n.) Acceptance of the common faith. t/c chÝ nh thè ng
fit võ a vÆ n
intercept(v.) To interrupt the course of. ng¨ n chÆ n, chÆ n ® ø ng;
prediction(n.) A prophecy.
amusement(n.) Diversion. tiª u khiÓ n; vui chi
caitiff(adj.) Cowardly. HÌ n nh¸ t; hÌ n h¹
contraction thu nhá ; teo; tiª m nhiÔ m
neo- Darwinism as modified and extended by more recent students. thuyÕ t Dacuyn mí i
Darwinsim(n.)
disreputable(adj. Dishonorable or disgraceful. lµ m « danh
)
transalpine(adj.) Situated on the other side of the Alps. Bª n kia nó i An-p
entirety(n.) A complete thing. Toµ n vÑ n
racy(adj.) Exciting or exhilarating to the mind. ® Æ c s¾ c
vernal pertaining to spring mï a xu© n
orgies(n.) Wild or wanton revelry. truy hoan, tr¸ c t¸ ng
reck(v.) To have a care or thought for. lo ng¹ i, b¨ n kho¨ n
demurrage(n.) the detention of a vessel beyond the specified time of sailing. Gi÷ tµ u qu¸ h¹ n
planisphere(n.) A polar projection of the heavens on a chart. b× nh ® å ; ® Þ a cÇ u
inconsiderable
evolution(n.) Development or growth. TiÕ n triÓ n, tiÕ n ho¸
evangelical(adj.) Seeking the conversion of sinners. Kinh phó c © m
descent(n.) The act of moving or going downward. Xuè ng dè c
nominate(v.) To designate as a candidate for any office. ® Ò cö ; chä n bæ nhiÖ m
fungible(adj.) That may be measured, counted, or weighed. cã thÓ thay thÕ ® − î c
guess(n.) Surmise. ® o¸ n, − í c chõ ng
aide-de- An officer who receives and transmits the orders of the general. siz quan phô t¸ , hÇ u cË n
camp(n.)
joggle(n.) A sudden irregular shake or a push causing such a shake. xã c nhÑ ; l¾ c l¾ c
butte(n.) A conspicuous hill, low mountain, or natural turret, generally isolated. ô ® ¸ t; m« ® ¸ t
episode(n.) An incident or story in a literary work, separable from yet growing out of it. ® o¹ n, hå i, t× nh tiÕ t
mettlesome(adj. Having courage or spirit. khÝ kh¸ i, dò ng cm
)
finality(n.) The state or quality of being final or complete. H/® cuè i cï ng, cø u c¸ nh
sore ® au
narrate(v.) To tell a story. ThuË t l¹ i
vivify(v.) To endue with life. truyÒ n sø c sè ng
tactician(n.) One who directs affairs with skill and shrewdness. Nhµ cgiÕ n thuË t
buffoon(n.) A clown. Anh hÒ ; lµ m trß hÒ
abdomen(n.) In mammals, the visceral cavity between the diaphragm and the pelvic floor; bô ng
the belly.
vestment(n.) Clothing or covering. LÔ phô c
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 neology(n.) The coining or using of new words or new meanings of words. tõ mí i
preoccupy(v.) To fill the mind of a person to the exclusion of other subjects. ¸ m nh; chiÕ m gi÷ tr− í c
exclude(v.) To shut out purposely or forcibly. Ng¨ n chÆ n, lo¹ I trõ
repertory(n.) A place where things are stored or gathered together. Kho (tµ I liÖ u)
scorn.() khinh miÖ t
endurable(adj.) Tolerable. Cã thÓ chÞ u ® ù ng ®− î c
clumsy(adj.) Awkward of movement. Vô ng vÒ , lã ng ngã ng
perform(v.) To accomplish. Thù c hiÖ n; biÓ u diÔ n
chamber buå ng, phß ng
federate(v.) To league together. tæ chø c thµ nh liª n ® oµ n, liª n
bang
overdo(v.) To overtax the strength of. qu¸ trí n; há ng v× c− ê ng ® iÖ u
debut(n.) A first appearance in society or on the stage. LÇ n xuÊ t tr× nh ® Ç u tiª n
packet(n.) A bundle, as of letters.
blimp khÝ cÇ u nhá
solicitor(n.) One who represents a client in court of justice; an attorney. LuË t s− ;
anagram(n.) The letters of a word or phrase so transposed as to make a different word or phÐ p ® o ch÷ c¸ i
phrase.
frankincense(n.) A gum or resin which on burning yields aromatic fumes. h− ng trÇ m
sameness ® n ® iÖ u; ® Ò u ® Ò u
convertible(adj.) Interchangeable. Cã thÓ ® æ i, thay thÕ
crustacean(adj.) Pertaining to a division of arthropods, containing lobsters, crabs, crawfish, Loµ I gi¸ p x¸ c
etc.
suave(adj.) Smooth and pleasant in manner. Ngä t ngµ o, tinh tÕ , khÐ o lÐ o
(® µ n « ng)
obsolescent(adj. Passing out of use, as a word. cò ® i; teo ® i
)
apostle(n.) Any messenger commissioned by or as by divine authority. t« ng ® å ; ng− ê i l∙ nh ® ¹ o ci
c¸ ch
natal(adj.) Pertaining to one's birth.; ex: natal day, natal place (thué c sinh, ngµ y sinh)
outcast(n.) One rejected and despised, especially socially. Ng− ê i bÞ x∙ hé i ruå ng bá
expanse(n.) A continuous area or stretch. më ré ng;ph¸ t triÓ n
pledgeor(n.) One who gives a pledge. Ng− ê i lµ m tin
endanger(v.) To expose to peril. G© y nguy hiÓ m
Calvinize(v.) To teach or imbue with the doctrines of Calvinism. d¹ y thuyÕ t Can-vin
estrange(v.) To alienate. lµ m xa l¹ ; ly gi¸ n
inexpensive(adj. Low-priced. Kh« ng ® ¾ t, rÎ
)
decent(adj.) Characterized by propriety of conduct, speech, manners, or dress. Hî p khu« n phÐ p; ® oan trang,
® ø ng ® ¾ n
dinosaur
sanguineous(adj Consisting of blood. Cã m¸ u
.)
omnipotence(n.) Unlimited and universal power. QuyÒ n tuyÖ t ® è i, v« h¹ n
humanize(v.) To make gentle or refined. Nhan tÝ nh ho¸ ; nh© n ® ¹ o
thoroughbred(ad Bred from the best or purest blood or stock. Giè ng thuÇ n chñ ng
j.)
gigantic(adj.) Tremendous. Khæ ng lå
advisory(adj.) Not mandatory. T− vÊ n
sapience(n.) Deep wisdom or knowledge. kh« n khÐ o; kh« n ngoan
efflorescence(n. The state of being flowery, or a flowery appearance. adj efflorescent; V ná hoa
) effloresce
parse(v.) To describe, as a sentence, by separating it into its elements and describing Ph© n tÝ ch, ph© n tÝ ch c© u
each word.
nestle(v.) To adjust cozily in snug quarters. Ê p ñ , « m chÆ t
prejudice(n.) A judgment or opinion formed without due examination of the facts. ® Þ nh kiÕ n, thµ nh kiÕ n
decasyllable(n.) A line of ten syllables. 10 © m tiÕ t
impersonate(v.) To appear or act in the character of. Nh© n c¸ ch ho¸
convalesce(v.) To recover after a sickness. L¹ I sø c, phô c hå i
norm(n.) A model. tiª u chuÈ n; quy t¾ c
prophecy(n.) Any prediction or foretelling. tiª n ® o¸ n
negligee(n.) A loose gown worn by women. QuÇ n ¸ o xuÒ nh xoµ ng
amatory(adj.) Designed to excite love. Yª u ®− ng,biÓ u lé t/y
parentage(n.) The relation of parent to child, of the producer to the produced, or of cause to Nguå n gè c ttæ tiª n; hµ ng cha
effect. mÑ , t− c¸ ch cha mÑ
realism(n.) The principle and practice of depicting persons and scenes as they are Chñ nghÜ a hiÖ n thù c
believed really to exist
rationalism(n.) The formation of opinions by relying upon reason alone, independently of Chñ nghÜ a duy lý
authority.
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 bronchus(n.) Either of the two subdivisions of the trachea conveying air into the lungs. PhÕ qun
motive vË n ® é ng; chuyÓ n ® é ng
panoply(n.) A full set of armor. Bé ® Ç y ® ñ
indicant(adj.) That which points out.
intolerant(adj.) Bigoted. Cè chÊ p, kh« ng khoan dung
deduce(v.) To derive or draw as a conclusion by reasoning from given premises or Suy luË n
principles.
cereal(adj.) Pertaining to edible grain or farinaceous seeds. ngò cè c; mã n ¨ n tõ ngò cè c
naval(adj.) Pertaining to ships. HI qu© n
precedence(n.) Priority in place, time, or rank. − u tiª n; ® Þ a vÞ trª n
moralist(n.) A writer on ethics. Nhµ ® ¹ o ® ø c hä c,
icily(adv.) Frigidly. B¨ ng gi¸ ; l¹ nh lï ng
forth(adv.) Into notice or view. PhÝ a tr− í c; lç ra
inmost(adj.) Deepest within. TË n trong cï ng; tË n ® ¸ y lß ng,
th© m t© m
contrivance(n.) The act planning, devising, inventing, or adapting something to or for a S¸ ng kiÕ n;
special purpose.
fungous(adj.) Spongy. nÊ m; mä c nhanh nh− nÊ m
dusk bã ng tè i; nh¸ nhem
radix(n.) That from or on which something is developed. Nguå n gè c, c¨ n nguyª n
modify(v.) To make somewhat different. Sö a ® æ i; gm bí t
countervail(v.) To offset. phn t¸ c dô ng
dissentious(adj.) Contentious. Hay sinh sù
symphonious(ad Marked by a harmonious or agreeable mingling of sounds. Hoµ © m
j.)
hypnosis(n.) An artificial trance-sleep. th« i miª n;
massacre(n.) The unnecessary and indiscriminate killing of human beings. Cué c tµ n s¸ t, thm s¸ t
sink(n) plumbed in basin; place where foul liquid; place of vice bå n rö a b¸ t; ni bï n lÇ y n− í c
® ä ng; æ té i ¸ c
sacrilege(n.) The act of violating or profaning anything sacred. Ph¹ m th− î ng; b¸ ng bæ
detract(v.) To take away in such manner as to lessen value or estimation. Lêy ®I, khÊ u trõ; chª bai, giÌ m
pha, lµ m gim gi¸ trÞ
myth(n.) A fictitious narrative presented as historical, but without any basis of fact. ThÇ n tho¹ i
conjoin(v.) To unite. kÕ t hî p l¹ i; ch¾ p l¹ i
collide(v.) To meet and strike violently. Va ch¹ m, xung ® é t
advertiser(n.) One who advertises, especially in newspapers. ng− ê i qung c¸ o
balsam(n.) A medical preparation, aromatic and oily, used for healing. Nhù a thm
overshadow(v.) To cast into the shade or render insignificant by comparison. Lµ m lu mê ; che bã ng
specialize(v.) To assume an individual or specific character, or adopt a singular or special chuyª n gia
course.
senile(adj.) Peculiar to or proceeding from the weakness or infirmity of old age. L∙ o suy
outdo(v.) To surpass. v− î t tré i; giá i hn
dugout thuyÒ n ® é c mé c; hÇ m tró È n;
sÜ quan t¸ i ngò
gyrate(v.) To revolve. hå i chuyÓ n, xoay trß n
micrometer(n.) An instrument for measuring very small angles or dimensions. dô ng cô ® o vi l− î ng
earthenware(n.) Anything made of clay and baked in a kiln or dried in the sun. ® Ê t nung
participate(v.) To receive or have a part or share of. Tham gia, tham dù
Acknowledgme
nt
myth A fictitious narrative presented as historical, but without any basis of fact. thÇ n tho¹ i; hoang ®− ê ng,
chuyÖ n t− ë ng t− î ng
pauperism(n.) Dependence on charity. BÇ n cï ng
hoop vß ng; vµ nh ® ai
nausea(n.) An affection of the stomach producing dizziness and usually an impulse to buå n n« n; kinh të m
vomit
definite(adj.) Having an exact signification or positive meaning. Râ rµ ng; x¸ c ® Þ nh râ
tenant(n.) An occupant. TÊ ® IÒ n
diffusible(adj.) Spreading rapidly through the system and acting quickly. Cã thÓ khÕ ch t¸ n
memorable(adj.) Noteworthy. ® ¸ ng ghi nhí ; ko quª n
melodious(adj.) Characterized by a sweet succession of sounds. Du d− ng , ª m tai
interposition(n.) A coming between. ® Æ t vµ o gi− ∙ ; can thiÖ p
homonym(n.) A word agreeing in sound with but different in meaning from another. ® å ng © m kh¸ c nghÜ a
(adj.) Denoting electricity produced by heat. ® IÖ n tim
latish(adj.) Rather late. HI trÔ ,kh¸ mué n
trammel(n.) An impediment. Ng¨ n trë , g© y trë ng¹ i
vegetative(adj.) Pertaining to the process of plant-life. Sinh d− ì ng
lexicography(n.) The making of dictionaries. Tõ ® IÓ n hä c
squeeze Ð p, v¾ t,nÆ n; « m chÆ t, xiÕ t
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 sneaker ng− ê i lÐ n ló t; dÇ y ® Õ mÒ m
ceremonial(adj.) Characterized by outward form or ceremony. nghi lÔ , nghi thø c; long trä ng
anteroom(n.) A room situated before and opening into another, usually larger. Phß ng ngoµ I, phß ng ® î i
prima(adj.) First.
valedictorian(n.) Student who delivers an address at graduating exercises of an educational ® ¹ i biÓ u h/s ® ä c diÔ n v¨ n tõ
institution. biÖ t trong lÔ tè t nghiÖ p
exhaustible(adj.) Causing or tending to cause exhaustion. Lµ m c¹ n kiÖ t, suy kiÖ t
baton(n.) An official staff borne either as a weapon or as an emblem of authority or Gë y chØ huy; dï i cui cnh s¸ t
privilege.
weird sè phË n, sè mÖ nh; huyÒ n bÝ ,
kú l¹
ambitious(adj.) Eagerly desirous and aspiring. NhiÒ u tham vä ng
rookery A place where crows congregate to breed. hß n non bé
guzzle(v.) To swallow greedily or hastily; gulp. ¨ n uè ng lu bï
underrate(v.) To undervalue. ® ¸ nh gi¸ thÊ p, coi nhÑ
phenomenon(n.) Any unusual occurrence. HiÖ n t− î ng
confinement(n.) Restriction within limits or boundaries. Giam h∙ m, h¹ n chÕ ; ë c÷
purse(n) tó i nhá ; tó i x¾ c
skepticism(n.) The entertainment of doubt concerning something. hoµ i nghi
deponent(adj.) Laying down. Ng− ê i lµ m chø ng
remunerate(v.) To pay or pay for. tr c« ng; tiÒ n thï lao
cosmogony(n.) A doctrine of creation or of the origin of the universe. thuyÕ t nguå n gè c vò trô
altar(n.) Any raised place or structure on which sacrifices may be offered or incense Bµ n thê , bÖ thê
burned.
bide(v.) To await. chê ® î i
mouthful(n.) As much as can be or is usually put into the or exercise. miÕ ng ()® Ç y må m
bearable cã thÓ chÞ u ® ô ng, khoan dung
almanac(n.) A series of tables giving the days of the week together with certain Niª n lÞ ch, niª n gi¸ m
astronomical information.
typography(n.) The arrangement of composed type, or the appearance of printed matter. Kü thuË t t¹ o ch÷ ,in trª n m¸ y
ordnance(n.) A general name for all kinds of weapons and their appliances used in war. Qu© n nhu
forethought(n.) Premeditation. chñ t© m; tÝ nh tr− í c
necrosis(n.) the death of part of the body. ho¹ i th−
irrefrangible(adj That can not be broken or violated. ko hÓ x© m ph¹ m
.)
witling(n.) A person who has little understanding. ChË m hiÓ u
municipality(n.) A district enjoying municipal government. ChÝ nh quyÒ n tù trÞ
fluential(adj.) Pertaining to streams. tr« i chy, l− u lo¸ t
necessity(n.) That which is indispensably requisite to an end desired. b¾ t bué c; cÇ n thiÕ t
ire(n.) Wrath. næ i iË n, giË n d÷
panorama(n.) A series of large pictures representing a continuous scene. Toµ n cnh
conscious(adj.) Aware that one lives, feels, and thinks. Cã ý thø c, nhË n thø c
extraordinary(ad Unusual. kh¸ c th− ê ng; ® Æ c biÖ t
j.)
redound(n.) Rebound. nh h− ë ng l¹ I, ® ua l¹ i
photometry(n.) The art of measuring the intensity of light. Tr¾ c quang hä c, ® o s¸ ng
unbearable(adj.) Unendurable. Kh« ng chÞ u næ i
surmise to conjecture; guess; N. phá ng ® o¸ n; gi ® Þ nh
lawn bÉ i cá ; vi gai mÞ n (batit)
Epicurean(adj.) Indulging, ministering, or pertaining to daintiness of appetite. H− ë ng l¹ c
bole(n.) The trunk or body of a tree. Th© n c© y
landholder(n.) Landowner. ® Þ a chñ , ng− ê i cho thuª ® Ê t
recognize(v.) To recall the identity of (a person or thing). c« ng nhË n, thï a nhË n
epidemic(n.) Wide-spread occurrence of a disease in a certain region. BÖ nh dÞ ch; lan truyÒ n
disappoint(v.) To fail to fulfill the expectation, hope, wish, or desire of. thÊ t − í c; lµ m há ng
discipline(n) a control or order exercised; way of life aimed at self-control and kû luË t; sù hµ nh x¸ c; rÌ n luyÖ n
conformity; branch of learning; punishment trÝ ã c; trõ ng ph¹ t
quarto(n.) An eight-page newspaper of any size. GiÊ y khæ 4; viÕ t t¾ t
intercede(v.) To mediate between persons. hoµ gii; can thiÖ p gió p
euphonious(adj.) Characterized by agreeableness of sound. ª m tai, thuË n tai
prohibitory(adj.) Involving or equivalent to prohibition, especially of the sale of alcoholic Cã xu h− í ng ng¨ n cÊ m
beverages.
head(foremost) adv. Precipitately, as in diving. cao nhÊ t, ® Ç u tiª n
epicycloid(n.) A curve traced by a point on the circumference of a circle which rolls upon H× nh trô
another circle.
transmit(v.) To send trough or across. TruyÒ n, dÉ n
(adj.) Showing inexperience. C bn, ® n gin; kh« ng tinh vi
amateur(adj.) Practicing an art or occupation for the love of it, but not as a profession.
pontiff(n.) The Pope. Gi¸ o chñ , gi¸ m mô c
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 binoculars è ng nhß m
overproduction( Excessive production. Khñ ng hong thõ a
n.)
exhaustive(adj.) Thorough and complete in execution. ThÊ u ® ¸ o, toµ n diÖ n
element(n.) A component or essential part.
underwrite(v.) To issue or be party to the issue of a policy of insurance. bo hiÓ m ; ký tª n ë d− í i
loot(v.) To plunder. C− í p bã c
wantonness(n.) Recklessness. Bõ a b∙ I, nghÞ ch ngî m
esthetic(adj.) Pertaining to beauty, taste, or the fine arts. thÈ m mü
proscription(n.) Any act of condemnation and rejection from favor and privilege. cÊ m, bµ i trõ ; trô c xuÊ t
necrosis(n.) the death of part of the body. ho¹ i th−
anticyclone(n.) An atmospheric condition of high central pressure, with currents flowing vï ng xo¸ y nghÞ ch
outward.
henchman(n.) A servile assistant and subordinate. Tay sai, ng− ê i hÇ u cË n
material(n.) That of which anything is composed or may be constructed. vË t chÊ t; th© n thÓ ; quan trä ng
disyllable(n.) A word of two syllables. tõ 2 © m tiÕ t
Renaissance(n.) The revival of letters, and then of art, which marks the transition from thê i phô c h− ng
medieval to modern
contraposition(n A placing opposite. Sù t− ng phn
.)
impetuosity(n.) Rashness. m∙ nh mÏ , d÷ dé i
compensate(v.) To remunerate. PhÇ n bï ; ® Ò n bï ;
fiscal(adj.) Pertaining to the treasury or public finances of a government. c« ng khè , tµ i chÝ nh
litigate(v.) To cause to become the subject-matter of a suit at law. kiÖ n, tranh chÊ p
disinherit(v.) To deprive of an inheritance. t− í c quyÒ n thõ a kÕ
badger pester; annoy continually with demands; persuade by asking again and lµ m phiÒ n. quÊ y rÇ y; ng− ê i
again; Ex. The children badgered me into taking them into the cinema; N: a b¸ n hµ ng rong; con lö ng
kind of mountain animal
pervade(v.) To pass or spread through every part. trµ n ngË p, to kh¾ p
inquisition(n.) A court or tribunal for examination and punishment of heretics. ® IÒ u tra, thÈ n tra chÝ nh thø c
(cñ a toµ ¸ n)
pant thë hæ n hÓ n; kh¸ t khao
executor(n.) A person nominated by the will of another to execute the will. ng− ê i thi hµ nh, thù c hiÖ n
sacrifice(v.) To make an offering of to deity, especially by presenting on an altar. có ng; tÕ lÔ
forethought(n.) Premeditation. chñ t© m; tÝ nh tr− í c
flection(n.) The act of bending. Sù uè n
siege(n.) A beleaguerment. Bao v© y
deformity(n.) A disfigurement. mÐ o mã , dÞ d¹ ng
congregate(v.) To bring together into a crowd. TË p hî p, tô hî p
unfavorable(adj. Adverse. ® IÒ u bÊ t lî i
)
grimy ® Ç y bô i bÈ n; c¸ u ghÐ t
bedaub(v.) To smear over, as with something oily or sticky. Lem luè c;loÌ lo¹ t
superlative(n.) That which is of the highest possible excellence or eminence. bË c nhÊ t
succinct(adj.) Concise.
impermissible(a Not permissible. cÊ m; ko cho phÐ p
dj.)
commodity(n.) Something that is bought and sold. Hµ ng ho¸
bombard(v.) To assail with any missile or with abusive speech. då n dË p, tí i tÊ p
lateral(adj) adv. laterally ë nh¸ nh (hä hµ ng); bª n c¹ nh
bitterness(n.) Acridity, as to the taste. chua cay; ® ¾ ng; rÐ t buè t
exhaust(v.) To empty by draining off the contents. c¹ n kiÖ t, suy kiÖ t
makeup(n.) The arrangements or combination of the parts of which anything is ® å ho¸ trang; bn chÊ t, t/c; cÊ u
composed. t¹ o, thµ nh phÇ n
overleap(v.) To leap beyond. Nhy v− î t qua
lingo(n.) Language. ng« n ng÷ l¹ , khã hiÓ u
reminiscent(adj. Pertaining to the recollection of matters of personal interest. nhã m l¹ i; gî i l¹ i; hå i t− ë ng
)
ill-natured(adj.) Surly. C¸ u kØ nh, g¾ t gá ng
immature(adj.) Not full-grown. non ní t, ch− a chÝ n muå i
loch(n.) A lake. hå
corruption(n.) Loss of purity or integrity. Tham nhò ng, thè i n¸ t
hypotenuse(n.) The side of a right-angled triangle opposite the right angle. C¹ nh huyÒ n
prominence(n.) The quality of being noticeable or distinguished. lå i lª n, næ i lª n;
oversee(v.) To superintend. Tr« ng nom, quan s¸ t
Iliad(n.) A Greek epic poem describing scenes from the siege of Troy. Thiª n anh hï ng ca
subjection(n.) The act of bringing into a state of submission. KhuÊ t phô c; ® ua ra (gã p ý )
hexapod(adj.) Having six feet. Loµ I 6 ch© n
curt(adj.) Concise, compressed, and abrupt in act or expression. Cé c lè c; ng¾ n gä n
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 interrupt(v.) To stop while in progress. Gi¸ n ® o¹ n, ® ø t qu∙ ng
elasticity(n.) That property of matter by which a body tends to return to a former shape Co gi∙ n
after being change
portfolio(n.) A portable case for holding writing-materials, drawings, etc. cÆ p giÊ y; danh mô c;
poignant(adj.) Severely painful or acute to the spirit. cay; sÇ u thm; ® ¾ ng cay; buè t
nhã i; lµ m mñ i lß ng
Darwinism(n.) The doctrine that natural selection has been the prime cause of evolution of hä c thuyÕ t §¸ c uyn
higher forms.
judiciary(n.) That department of government which administers the law relating to civil bé m¸ y t− ph¸ p; ph¸ p luË t,
and criminal toµ n ¸ n
tact(n.) Fine or ready mental discernment shown in saying or doing the proper thing. TÕ nhÞ , khÐ o lÐ o, tµ I øng biÕ n
penetrable(adj.) That may be pierced by physical, moral, or intellectual force. Cã thÓ x© m nhË p, xuyª n quan,
hiÓ u thÊ u
deprave(v.) To render bad, especially morally bad. Lµ m h− há ng, lµ m suy ® å i
vindicative(adj.) Revengeful. DÔ chø ng minh, dÔ bµ o ch÷ a
gourd(n.) A melon, pumpkin, squash, or some similar fruit having a hard rind. C© y bÇ u
waddle ® ia l¹ ch b¹ ch
palinode(n.) A retraction. Sù co ró t
enfeeble(v.) To debilitate. lµ m yÕ u
iciness(n.) The state of being icy. l¹ nh lÏ o; l∙ nh ® ¹ m
denote(v.) To designate by word or mark. Cã biÓ u hiÖ n, chø ng tá
conduct.() H¹ nh kiÓ m; h− í ng dÉ n;
sibilance(n.) A hissing sound. © m xuý t
anatomy(n.) That branch of morphology which treats of the structure of organisms. gii phÉ u
ailment(n.) Slight sickness. È m ® au, bÖ nh tË t
disciplinary(adj. Having the nature of systematic training or subjection to authority. ® ua vµ o kû luË t; rÌ n luyÖ n trÝ
) ãc
transplant(v.) To remove and plant in another place. Di thù c; cÊ y ghÐ p
expository explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition cã t/c m« t, gii thÝ ch
opinion(n.) A conclusion or judgment held with confidence, but falling short of positive ý kiÕ n; d− luË n; ® ¸ nh gi¸
knowledge.
muggy(adj) oppressively humid; N. Mugginess oi
brisk nhanh nhu; lanh lî i; næ i bä t,
sñ i bä t
resistance(n.) The exertion of opposite effort or effect. Chè ng l¹ i
recollect(v.) To recall the knowledge of. nhí l¹ i, hå i t− ë ng; nhË n ra
revocation(n.) Repeal. Huû bá , thñ tiª u
arbor(n.) A tree. C© y
extremity(n.) The utmost point, side, or border, or that farthest removed from a mean ® Ç u, mò i; bÊ t h¹ nh té t ® é
position.
blithe(adj.) Joyous. than thn v« t−
panic(n.) A sudden, unreasonable, overpowering fear. hong sî , kinh hoµ ng
tranquilize(v.) To soothe. lµ m dÞ u, mª , yª n lÆ ng; lµ m
yª n t© m
superheat(v.) To heat to excess. nã ng giµ
inhume(v.) To place in the earth, as a dead body. ch« n cÊ t, mai t¸ ng
weasel con chå n; lÈ n tr¸ nh
generally(adv.) Ordinarily.
evolve(v.) To unfold or expand. Më ra; suy luË n ra
veto(n.) The constitutional right in a chief executive of refusing to approve an QuyÒ n phñ quyÕ t
enactment.
heartbeat nhÞ p tim; xó c ® é ng, bè i rè i
mismanage(v.) To manage badly, improperly, or unskillfully. Qun lý tå i
lawgiver(n.) A legislator. Ng− ê i lµ luË t
(adj.) Deviating from the normal form or standard type. Kh¸ c h× nh
compulsory(adj. Forced. gi¸ o dô c phæ cË p
)
deform(v.) To disfigure. bã p mÐ o, xuyª n t¹ c
thermoelectricit
y
dwindle teo, thu nhá ; tho¸ i ho¸
pollen(n.) The fine dust-like grains or powder formed within the anther of a flowering PhÊ n hoa; thô phÊ n
plant.
indefinitely(adv. In a vague or uncertain way. MË p mê ; v« h¹ n ® Þ nh
)
cosmopolitan(ad Common to all the world. CN thÕ gií i; giang hå
j.)
bore(v.) To weary by tediousness or dullness.
sweater ¸ o vÖ sinh, ¸ o nÞ t; ng− ê i ra
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 nhiÒ u må h« i; kÎ bã c lé t c«ng
nh© n
irritancy(n.) The quality of producing vexation. V irritate l¸ m c¸ u
vendible(adj.) Marketable. s½ n sµ ng ® Ó b¸ n; vË t ® Ó b¸ n
populace(n.) The common people. c« ng chó ng; quÇ n chó ng
indiscreet(adj.) Lacking wise judgment. V« ý kh« ng cÈ n trä ng
antiphony(n.) An anthem or other composition sung responsively. h¸ t ® è i, tiÕ ng vang; th¸ nh ca
hereditary(adj.) Passing naturally from parent to child. Di truyÒ n
forejudge(v.) To judge of before hearing evidence. xö tr− í c, quyÕ t ® Þ nh tr− í c
miter(n.) The junction of two bodies at an equally divided angle. Mò tÕ (gi¸ m mô c); mé ng
vu« ng gã c (® å gç )
pose tue thÕ , ® iÖ u bé ; yª u s¸ ch
nimble(adj.) Light and quick in motion or action. Nhanh nhÑ n, nhanh trÝ
cabalism(n.) Superstitious devotion to one's religion. ThuË t phï thuû
disseminate(v) spread gieo r¾ c, phæ biÕ n
semiannual(adj.) Recurring at intervals of six months. Quý (6 th¸ ng )
transcript(n.) A copy made directly from an original. bn sao nguyª n bn
Calvinism(n.) The system of doctrine taught by John Calvin. ThuyÕ t Calvin
calorie(n.) Amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water 1 calo
degree centigrade.
festal(adj.) Joyous. Ngµ y lÔ ; vui nhé n
medieval(adj.) Belonging or relating to or descriptive of the middle ages. Thê i trung cæ
sense(n.) The signification conveyed by some word, phrase, or action. Gi¸ c quan,ý thø c;
permissible(adj. That may be allowed. ChÊ p nhË n ® − î c; dï ng ® − î c
)
enshrine(v.) To keep sacred. CÊ t gi÷ u thiª ng liª ng
elusion(n.) Evasion.
aeronaut(n.) One who navigates the air, a balloonist. ng− ê i l¸ i khÝ cÇ u
pantoscope(n.) A very wide-angled photographic lens. m¸ y chiÕ u toµ n cnh
engrave(v.) To cut or carve in or upon some surface. kh¾ c, chË m, træ , in s© u
oar m¸ i chÌ o
gauge(n.) An instrument for measuring. M¸ y ® o
crag(n.) A rugged, rocky projection on a cliff or ledge. V¸ ch ® ¸ lë m chë m
exclamation(n.) An abrupt or emphatic expression of thought or of feeling. dÊ u !
decrepit(adj.) Enfeebled, as by old age or some chronic infirmity. Giµ yÕ u, hom hem; ® æ n¸ t
witchcraft(n.) Sorcery. Ma thuË t
oaken(adj.) Made of or from oak. b» ng gç så i
protoplasm(n.) The substance that forms the principal portion of an animal or vegetable cell. ChÊ t nguyª n sinh
acquiescence(n.) Passive consent. B» ng lß ng; phô c tï ng
sidereal(adj) of the fixed stars thué c c¸ c chß m sao
mountainous(adj Full of or abounding in mountains. nhiÒ u nó i; khæ ng lå
.)
autonomy(n.) Self-government. Tù trÞ
flag-officer(n.) The captain of a flag-ship. Cê hiÖ u
precede(v.) To happen first. ® i tr− í c
pitiable(adj.) Contemptible. ® ¸ ng th− ng, ® ¸ ng khinh
maintenance(n.) That which supports or sustains. bo d− ì ng ® − ê ng
usage(n.) Treatment. c¸ ch s/d, c¸ ch ® è i xö
scythe(n.) A long curved blade for mowing, reaping, etc. c¸ i h¸ i (c¾ t cá )
fracture(n.) A break. bÎ g∙ y; lµ m ® ø t ® o¹ n
reckless(adj.) Foolishly headless of danger. coi th− ê ng; hÊ p tÊ p; t¸ o b¹ o,
liÒ u lÜ nh
incitement(n.) That which moves to action, or serves as an incentive or stimulus. khuyÕ n khÝ ch; xó i dô c
stupendous(adj.) Of prodigious size, bulk, or degree. RÊ t to lí n, rÊ t quan trä ng;l¹
lï ng,kú diÖ u
lunacy(n.) Mental unsoundness. MÊ t trÝ ; ® Iª n rå
bowler(n.) In cricket, the player who delivers the ball. ng− ê i chi ® ¸ nh ki
stiletto(n.) A small dagger. dao g¨ m nhá ; gã t dµ y
furrier(n.) A dealer in or maker of fur goods. Ng− ê i bu« n b¸ n, thué c da
l« ng thó
(adj.) Not to be understood.
optimism(n.) The view that everything in nature and the history of mankind is ordered for L¹ c quan
the best.
marine(adj.) Of or pertaining to the sea or matters connected with the sea. Thué c biÓ n
hydrodynamics( The branch of mechanics that treats of the dynamics of fluids. thuû ® é ng lù c
n.)
Incompressible
depopulate(v.) To remove the inhabitants from. Gim d© n sè
vainglory(n.) Excessive, pretentious, and demonstrative vanity. D− ng d− ng tù ® ¾ c; kheo
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dendrology(n.) The natural history of trees. tÝ nh tuæ i c© y
orographic ® Þ a h× nh nó i
disappear(v.) To cease to exist, either actually or for the time being.
aliment(n.) That which nourishes. CÊ p d− ì ng, ® å ¨ n
pectoral(adj.) Pertaining to the breast or thorax. ngù c; v© y,ø c; tÊ m che ngù c
arboriculture(n.) The cultivation of trees or shrubs. NghÒ trå ng c© y
humble khiª m tè n, nhó n nh− ê ng;
khó m nó m; tÇ m th− ê ng, nhá
bÐ
judicial(adj.) Pertaining to the administration of justice. Thué c toµ ¸ n
Anglophobia(n.) Hatred or dread of England or of what is English. Chñ tr− ng bµ I Anh
autarchy(n.) Unrestricted power. quyÒ n n¨ ng tuyÖ t ® è i
pare(v.) To cut, shave, or remove (the outside) from anything. TØ a, gä t, ® Ï o
assassination(n.) Murderer, as by secret assault or treachery. M− u s¸ t, ¸ m s¸ t
fief(n.) A landed estate held under feudal tenure. Th¸ I Ê p, ® Ê t phong
borough(n.) An incorporated village or town. thµ nh phè ; thÞ x∙ ; khu
polytheism(n.) The doctrine or belief that there are more gods than one. ThuyÕ t ® a thÇ n
iniquity(n.) Gross wrong or injustice. ® IÒ u bÊ t c« ng, té i lç i
necromancer(n.) One who practices the art of foretelling the future by means of C« ® å ng (gä i hå n)
communication with the
low- Despondent. nn lß ng
spirited(adj.)
drizzle(n) very fine rain; V. drizzle; Adj. drizzly m− a phï n, m− a bô i
perseverance(n.) A persistence in purpose and effort. Kiª n nhÉ n,kiª n tr×
emeritus(adj.) Retired from active service but retained to an honorary position. Im l× m; thô ® é ng
enrage(v.) To infuriate. lµ m giË n ® iª n lª n
fondle(v.) To handle tenderly and lovingly. Vuè t ve,mn trí n
assonance(n.) Resemblance or correspondence in sound. Trï ng © m, t− ng ø ng
animate(v.) To make alive. TiÕ p sinh khÝ , t¹ o sø c sè ng
primitive(adj.) Pertaining to the beginning or early times. Nguyª n thuû ; gè c
valedictorian(n.) Student who delivers an address at graduating exercises of an educational ® ¹ i biÓ u h/s ® ä c diÔ n v¨ n tõ
institution. biÖ t trong lÔ tè t nghiÖ p
antitoxin(n.) A substance which neutralizes the poisonous products of micro-organisms. Kh¸ ng ® é c
parsimonious(ad Unduly sparing in the use or expenditure of money. Keo kiÖ t; chi li, bñ n xØ n
j.)
dendroid(adj.) Like a tree.
reassure(v.) To give new confidence. Cam ® oan l¹ I, bo hiÓ m l¹ i
lune(n.) The moon. H× nh tr¨ ng
indescribable(ad That can not be described. Kh« ng thÓ t ® − î c;m hå
j.)
unsettle(v.) To put into confusion. Lµ m ® o lé n; lµ m lo l¾ ng
pot Ê m, b× nh, lä , nå i, chË u hoa
extortion(n.) The practice of obtaining by violence or compulsion. bã p nÆ n, tè ng tiÒ n
compression(n.) Constraint, as by force or authority.
mechanics(n.) The branch of physics that treats the phenomena caused by the action of C hä c
forces.
sirocco(n.) hot winds from Africa. Giã nã ng tõ Ch© y Phi tí i
reptile bß ; hÌ n h¹ , ti tiÖ n; loµ i bß s¸ t
duteous(adj.) Showing submission to natural superiors. biÕ t v© ng lê i; cã ý thø c s½ n
sµ ng, chÊ p hµ nh n/v
abscess(n.) A Collection of pus in a cavity formed within some tissue of the body. ¸ p xe; chç rç (kim lo¹ i)
maize(n.) Indian corn: usually in the United States called simply corn. Ng« vµ ng
hydra(n.) The seven- or nine-headed water-serpent slain by Hercules. R¾ n nhiÒ u ® Ç u; tai − ng
batten(n.) A narrow strip of wood. tÊ m v¸ n lã t; lã t v¸ n
jurisdiction(n.) Lawful power or right to exercise official authority. quyÒ n h¹ n ph¸ p lý
annual(adj) lasting a year; N. annual; adv. annually trong 1 n¨ m
solicitude(n.) Uneasiness of mind occasioned by desire, anxiety, or fear. Lo © u, nã ng rué t
overjoyed vui mõ ng kh« n xiÕ t
protuberant(adj. Bulging. Phå ng lª n, u lª n
)
eureka(Greek.) I have found it. ThÊ y rå i, t× m thÊ y rå i !
magnet(n.) A body possessing that peculiar form of polarity found in nature in the nam ch© m; vË t cã søc cuèn hót
lodestone.
panic(n.) A sudden, unreasonable, overpowering fear. hong sî , kinh hoµ ng
littoral(adj.) Of, pertaining to, or living on a shore. ven biÓ n; duyª n hi
tranquil(adj.) Calm. Yª n tÜ nh, tthanh b× nh
piteous(adj.) Compassionate. thm th− ng; ® ¸ ng th− ng
routine lÖ th− ê ng, thñ tô c;
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 digress(v.) To turn aside from the main subject and for a time dwell on some incidental L¹ c ® Ò
matter.
occasion(n.) An important event or celebration. dÞ p, c hé i; duyª n cí
influential(adj.) Having the power to sway the will of another. cã nh h− ë ng; cã uy thÕ
requital(n.) Adequate return for good or ill. ® Ò n bï , ® Ò n ® ¸ p; tr thï
irk(v.) To afflict with pain, vexation, or fatigue. Lµ m phiÒ n; lµ m khã chÞ u
slice miÕ ng má ng, l¸ t má ng
desist(v.) To cease from action. Ngõ ng,nghØ
colloquialism(n. Form of speech used only or chiefly in conversation. Th« ng tô c
)
translator(n.) An interpreter.
steppe(n.) One of the extensive plains in Russia and Siberia. thÞ nh hµ nh; − a chué ng
hesitancy(n.) A pausing to consider. Do dù , ngË p ngõ ng
hernia(n.) Protrusion of any internal organ in whole or in part from its normal position. chø ng rué t sa
working- One who earns his bread by manual labor. Ng− ê i hay lµ m
man(n.)
accusation(n.) A charge of crime, misdemeanor, or error. kÕ t té i
positive(adj.) Free from doubt or hesitation. X¸ c thù c, râ rµ ng
prescription(n.) An authoritative direction. quy ® Þ nh; ® n thuè c
accordion(n.) A portable free-reed musical instrument. ® µ n accoc
accuracy(n.) Exactness.
forgo(v.) To deny oneself. Th« I, bá , kiª ng
analyze(v.) To examine minutely or critically.
surround(v.) To encircle.
outride(v.) To ride faster than. v− î t tr− í c
remunerate(v.) To pay or pay for. tr c« ng; tiÒ n thï lao
inexpressible(ad Unutterable. Kh« ng thÓ diÔ n ® ¹ t ®− î c
j.)
expectancy(n.) The act or state of looking forward to as certain or probable. Mong ® I; triÓ n vä ng
involve(v.) To draw into entanglement, literally or figuratively. Gå m, bao hµ m
pugnacious(adj.) Quarrelsome. Hay g© y ghæ
sterling(adj.) Genuine. ® ó ng gi¸ trÞ
rupture(v.) To separate the parts of by violence. GÉ y, ® ø t, vì
orthopedist(n.) One who practices the correcting or preventing of deformity Chuyª n khoa chØ nh h× nh
pulp thÞ t cï i (c© y); tuû ; b« t nh∙ o;
s¸ ch b¸ o giË t g© n; bé t nh∙ o
accredit(v.) To give credit or authority to. G© y tÝ n nhiÖ m
volunteer t× nh nguyÖ n, xung phong;
perusal(n.) The act of reading carefully or thoughtfully. nghiª n cø u kü
denunciation(n.) The act of declaring an action or person worthy of reprobation or Tè c¸ o, tè gi¸ c
punishment.
reluctance(n.) Unwillingness. MiÔ n c− ì ng
progression(n.) A moving forward or proceeding in course. Qu¸ tr× nh, tiÕ n tr× nh
afterthought(n.) A thought that comes later than its appropriate or expected time. Suy nghÜ sau khi h/®
athwart(adv.) From side to side. Xuyª n qua; chè ng l¹ i
donor(n.) One who makes a donation or present. Ng− ê i cho, ng− ê i tÆ ng
appellate(adj.) Capable of being appealed to. kh¸ ng ¸ n
armory(n.) An arsenal. Kho vò khÝ , x−ëng ®óc vò khÝ
pitiless(adj.) Hard-hearted. NhÉ n t© m; kh¾ c nghiÖ t
separate(v.) To take apart.
prudery(n.) An undue display of modesty or delicacy. TÝ nh c thÑ n,lµ m bé ®oan trang
uppermost(adj.) First in order of precedence. Quan trä ng hµ ng ® Ç u
nowhere(adv.) In no place or state. ko ni nµ o, ko ë ® © u
rebut(v.) To oppose by argument or a sufficient answer. tõ chè i, cù tuyÖ t
pentagon(n.) A figure, especially, with five angles and five sides. H× nh ngò gi¸ c
insurgence(n.) Uprising. Næ i dË y, næ i lo¹ n
mutation(n.) The act or process of change. BiÕ n ® æ i, thay ® æ i
controller(n.) One who or that which regulates or directs. Ng− ê i kiÓ m tra, kiÓ m so¸ t
seclude(v.) To place, keep, or withdraw from the companionship of others. t¸ ch biÖ t
insistence(n.) Urgency. kh¨ ng kh¨ ng; nhÊ n m¹ nh
brogue(n.) Any dialectic pronunciation of English, especially that of the Irish people. giä ng Ailen; giµ y leo nó i
inapprehensible
hydrous(adj.) Watery. Cã n− í c
intoxicant(n.) Anything that unduly exhilarates or excites. ChÊ t lµ m say
excursion(n.) A journey. Cué c du ngo¹ n
absorb(v.) To drink in or suck up, as a sponge absorbs water. Hó t n− í c; hÊ p thô
eject(v.) To expel. N tè ng ra; ® iÒ u suy nghÜ
intestacy(n.) The condition resulting from one's dying not having made a valid will. chÕ t ko ® Ó l¹ i di chó c
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 antilogy(n.) Inconsistency or contradiction in terms or ideas. y.n m© u thuÉ n
conformation(n. General structure, form, or outline. H× nh thÓ , h× nh d¸ ng
)
prolix(adj.) Verbose. dµ i dß ng; r− ê m rµ
carcass(n.) The dead body of an animal. x¸ c (só c vË t, tµ u)
eulogize(v.) To speak or write a laudation of a person's life or character. t¸ n d− ng, ca ngî i
conduce(v.) To bring about. ® − a ® Õ n, gã p phÇ n
hygiene(n.) The branch of medical science that relates to improving health. vÖ sinh
tempter(n.) An allurer or enticer to evil. ng− ê i xó i giô c, quyÕ n rò
polygon(n.) A figure having many angles. H× nh ® a gi¸ c
operetta(n.) A humorous play in dialogue and music, of more than one act. nh¹ c kÞ ch
luminescent(adj. Showing increase of light. Ph¸ t quang
)
solar(adj.) Pertaining to the sun.
comparative(adj. Relative. So s¸ nh t− ng ® è i
)
recruit(v.) To enlist men for military or naval service. T© n binh, hé i viª n mí i
audition The act or sensation of hearing. thö giä ng
convulse(v.) To cause spasms in. Lµ m chÊ n ® é ng, n¸ o ® é ng
preengage(v.) To preoccupy. − í c hÑ n tr− í c;
donee(n.) A person to whom a donation is made. Ng− ê i nhË n quµ tÆ ng
intermit(v.) To cause to cease temporarily. gi¸ n ® o¹ n
federate(v.) To league together. tæ chø c thµ nh liª n ® oµ n, liª n
bang
antique(adj.) Pertaining to ancient times. cæ x− a; ® å cæ
stingy(adj.) Cheap, unwilling to spend money. Keo kiÖ t, bñ n xØ n
confront(v.) To encounter, as difficulties or obstacles. Tr¹ m tr¸ n; ®èi chÊ t; ®èi chiÕ u;
gi¸ p mÆ t
immersion(n.) The act of plunging or dipping entirely under water or another fluid. nhó ng ch× m; ng© m n− í c
indefensible(adj. Untenable. Kh« ng thÓ bo vÒ ® − î c
)
berth(n.) A bunk or bed in a vessel, sleeping-car, etc. gi− ê ng ngñ trª n tµ u
abnormal(adj.) Not conformed to the ordinary rule or standard. Kh¸ c th− ê ng
thrill lµ m rïng m× nh, lµ m xóc ®éng,
hå i hé p; chuyÖ n giË t g© n
significant(adj.) Important, especially as pointing something out. ® Ç y y/n, quan trä ng
evangelist(n.) A preacher who goes from place to place holding services. ng− ê i truyÒ n gi¸ o (kh« ng phi
cha cè )
audible(adj.) Loud enough to be heard. Nghe râ
vigilance(n.) Alert and intent mental watchfulness in guarding against danger. Cnh gi¸ c; thË n trä ng
ampersand(n.) The character &; and. &
sediment(n.) Matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid. trÇ m tÝ ch; cÆ n
diplomatist(n.) One remarkable for tact and shrewd management. Nhµ ngo¹ I giao
lacteal(adj.) Milky. S÷ a
(n.) Electricity generated by differences of temperature, nhiÖ t ® iÖ n
tryout thö ; kiÓ m tra
instill(v.) To infuse. truyÒ n dÉ n ý nghÜ ; nhá , rá
justapose(v.) To place close together.
mimic(v.) To imitate the speech or actions of. B¾ t ch− í c
complication(n.) An intermingling or combination of things or parts, especially in a Phø c t¹ p r¾ c rè i
perplexing manner.
stuff(v) nhå i b« ng, rm; nhå i nhÐ t; bÞ t
lÊ p; chen lÊ n, x« ® È y
ruminant(adj.) Chewing the cud. loµ i nhai l¹ i; t− lù
curable(adj.) Capable of being remedied or corrected. Ch÷ a ® − î c bÖ nh
inactive(adj.) Inert. BÊ t ® é ng
luminescence(n. Showing increase. Ph¸ t s¸ ng, ph¸ t quang
)
craft nghÒ thñ c« ng; m− u mÑ o
troublesome(adj Burdensome. G© y phiÒ n hµ
.)
permanence(n.) A continuance in the same state, or without any change that destroys the Sù vÜ nh cö a
essential form or
sensorium(n.) The sensory apparatus. ChÊ t x¸ m, vá n∙ o
resonance(adj.) Able to reinforce sound by sympathetic vibrations.
postdate(v.) To make the date of any writing later than the real date. Ngµ y tr− í c
nestling(adj.) Recently hatched. Mí i në ; chim non
outreach(v.) To reach or go beyond. V− î t hn
declamatory(adj A full and formal style of utterance. hï ng biÖ n
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startle giË t m× nh, hong hè t
polycracy(n.) The rule of many. tË p thÓ qun lý
felonious(adj.) Showing criminal or evil purpose. ¸ c ®éc
stringency(n.) Strictness. chÝ nh x¸ c; khan hiÕ m
profligacy(n.) Shameless viciousness. Phã ng ®∙ ng, tr¸ c t¸ ng
indestructible(ad That can not be destroyed. Kh« ng thÓ ph¸ huû ® − î c
j.)
competitive(adj. characterized by rivalry. C¹ nh tranh
)
pendant(n.) Anything that hangs from something else, either for ornament or for use. VË t ®−îc treo d−íi mét vË t (cê
hiÖ u, d© y chuyÒ n ..)
emphasize(v.) To articulate or enunciate with special impressiveness upon a word, or a NhÊ n m¹ nh
group of words.
paralysis(n.) Loss of the power of contractility in the voluntary or involuntary muscles. LiÖ t; t× nh tr¹ ng tª liÖ t
melon qu d− a; lê i l∙ i
reproduce(v.) To make a copy of..N : reproduction T¸ I sn xuÊ t
maleficent(adj.) Mischievous. lµ m h¹ i; ¸ c hiÓ m
allusion(n.) An indirect and incidental reference to something without definite mention bã ng giã
of it.
diversity(n.) Dissimilitude. TÝ nh ® a d¹ ng
precession(n.) The act of going forward. Sù tiÕ n ® é ng
effect(n.) A consequence. hiÖ u qu, hiÖ u lù c; thù c hiÖ n
tempt(v.) To offer to (somebody) an inducement to do wrong. Xó i dô c, l« I cuè n; quyÕ n rò
aggrieve(v.) To give grief or sorrow to. Lµ m cho buå n phiÒ n
adumbrate(v.) To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem. Ph¸ c ho¹
gestation(n.) Pregnancy. thai nghÐ n; Ê p ñ
conservative(adj Adhering to the existing order of things. Bo tå n, gi÷ g× n
.)
efflorescent(adj. Opening in flower.
)
sheer(adj.) Absolute. tuyÖ t ® è i; hoµ n toµ n
symphonic(adj.) Characterized by a harmonious or agreeable mingling of sounds. bn giao h− ë ng
negotiable(v.) To bargain with others for an agreement, as for a treaty or transfer of cã thÓ t−ëng t−îng, trao ®æi, tr
property. b» ng tiÒ n
dramatist(n.) One who writes plays. Nhµ so¹ n kÞ ch
polemics(n.) The art of controversy or disputation. Bó t chiÕ n
stunted kimg h∙ m; cß i cä c
condense(v.) To abridge. c« ® ä ng, só c tÝ ch
Calvary(n.) The place where Christ was crucified. Chç Chó a bÞ ® ã ng ® inh
rebuild(v.) To build again or anew. X© y dù ng l¹ i
botanize(v.) To study plant-life. nghiª n cø u thù c vË t
lea(n.) A field. Khong ® Ê t hoang
soldier(n.) A person engaged in military service.
ripplet(n.) A small ripple, as of water. L¨ n t¨ n, gn sã ng; nhÑ nhµ ng
linguistics(n.) The science of languages, or of the origin, history, and significance of Ng« n ng÷ hä c
words.
cajolery(n.) Delusive speech. T¸ n tØ nh, phØ nh phê
spectator(n.) One who beholds or looks on. kh¸ n gi; ng− ê i xem
reflexible(adj.) Capable of being reflected. Phn chiÕ u,phn x¹
connote(v.) To mean; signify. Bao hµ m; cã nghÜ a lµ
prescript(adj.) Prescribed as a rule or model. s¾ c lÖ nh
barometer(n.) An instrument for indicating the atmospheric pressure per unit of surface. phong vò ; dô ng cô ® o khÝ ¸ p
disarrange(v.) To throw out of order. lé n xé n; x¸ o tré n
contingency(n.) Possibility of happening. ngÉ u nhiª n; t× nh cê
pollinate thô phÊ n
seminar(n.) Any assemblage of pupils for real research in some specific study under a Hé i nghÞ chuyª n ® Ò
teacher.
abhorrent(adj.) Very repugnant; hateful. Ghª të m; ® ¸ ng ghÐ t
secondary(adj.) Less important or effective than that which is primary. Thø yÕ u
assess(v.) To determine the amount of (a tax or other sum to be paid). ® ¸ nh thuÕ
deist(n.) One who believes in God, but denies supernatural revelation. nhµ thÇ n luË n
terminate(v.) To put an end or stop to. KÕ t thó c, chÊ m dø t
excavate(v.) To remove by digging or scooping out. ® µ o; khai quË t
transposition(n.) The act of reversing the order or changing the place of. ® æ i chç , ho¸ n vÞ
toilsome(adj.) Laborious. VÊ t v, cù c nhä c
judgment(n.) The faculty by the exercise of which a deliberate conclusion is reached. ph¸ n quyÕ t; c¸ ch nh× n, ® ¸ nh
gi¸ , ph¸ n ® o¸ n; chØ trÝ ch
corrigible(adj.) Capable of reformation. Cã thÓ sñ a chò , cI t¹ o
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 encourage(v.) To inspire with courage, hope, or strength of mind. Cæ vò , ® é ng viª n
depress(v.) To press down. Ch¸ n nn, ng∙ lß ng
protagonist(n.) A leader in any enterprise or contest. vai chÝ nh, ng− ê i gi÷ vai trß
chñ ® ¹ o
impregnate(v.) To make pregnant. thô thai; lµ m ® Ê t ® ai mµ u mì ;
thÊ m nhuÇ n, nhiÔ m
crust vá (b¸ nh, tr¸ i ® Ê t)
undercharge(v.) To make an inadequate charge for. N¹ p thiÕ u, kh« ng ® ñ
consecutive(adj. Following in uninterrupted succession. liª n tiÕ p
)
disapprove(v.) To regard with blame. Phn ® è i; kh« ng t¸ n thµ nh
outcry(n.) A vehement or loud cry or clamor. TiÕ ng la hÐ t; tiÕ ng la ã , phn
®èi
sidelong(adj.) Inclining or tending to one side. H− í ng tí i 1 bª n;C¹ nh khoÐ ,
bã ng giã
disallow(v.) To withhold permission or sanction. Kh« ng c« ng nhË n; cÊ m
penalty(n.) The consequences that follow the transgression of natural or divine law. H× nh ph¹ t
octagon(n.) A figure with eight sides and eight angles. H× nh b¸ t gi¸ c
recital kÓ l¹ i; ng© m th; ® é c tÊ u
separatist(n.) A seceder. Ng− ê i theo chÝ nh s¸ ch ly khai
pedal A lever for the foot usually applied only to musical instruments, cycles, and bµ n ®¹ p xe ®¹ p; ®ßn bÈ y; ®¹ p,
other machines. dï ng bµ n ® ¹ p
hydraulic(adj.) Involving the moving of water, of the force exerted by water in motion. è ng dÉ n; ch¹ y b» ng sø c n− í c
dissatisfy(v.) To displease. ko lµ m hµ i lß ng; lµ m bÊ t m∙ n
elated filled with excited joy and pride; overjoyed; in high spirits; joyful and proud; tù hµ o, h∙ nh diÖ n; phÊ n chÊ n
Ex. elated crowd; V. elate; N. elation
consecutive(adj. Following in uninterrupted succession. liª n tiÕ p
)
possessor(n.) One who owns, enjoys, or controls anything, as property. Ng− ê i së h÷ u
justification(n.) Vindication. bµ o ch÷ a; s¾ p ch÷ ® ó ng hµ ng,
® ó ng chç
Sol(n.) The sun. mÆ t trê i
genital(adj.) Of or pertaining to the animal reproductive organs. Sinh dô c
authenticity(n.) The state or quality of being genuine, or of the origin and authorship TÝ nh ® ó ng ® ¾ n, tÝ nh x¸ c thùc
claimed.
referrer(n.) One who refers. quy vµ o; chuyÓ n ® Õ n
forefather(n.) An ancestor. tæ tiª n
importation(n.) The act or practice of bringing from one country into NhË p khÈ u
upheaval(n.) Overthrow or violent disturbance of established order or condition. næ i lª n, dÊ y lª n
inapt(adj.) Awkward or slow. BÊ t tµ I ,vô ng vÒ
lave(v.) To wash or bathe. T¾ m rö a; chy qua
undulous(adj.) Resembling waves. Chï m sã ng
triennial(adj.) Taking place every third year. 3 n¨ m 1 lÇ n
privity(n.) Knowledge shared with another or others regarding a private matter. HiÓ u biÕ t riª ng, quan hÖ riª ng
yearling(n.) A young animal past its first year and not yet two years old. Thó vË t 1 tuæ i
exposition(n.) Formal presentation. PhI bµ y, bã c trÇ n; phi
dominance(n.) Ascendancy. − u thÕ ; thè ng trÞ
whine(v.) To utter with complaining tone. TiÕ ng rª n rØ , than v∙ n
merciless(adj.) Cruel. nhÉ n t© m; tµ n nhÉ n
antiphon(n.) A response or alteration of responses, generally musical. cµ i th¸ nh ca; tô ng ca
devilry(n.) Malicious mischief. yª u thuË t
slothful(adj.) Lazy. UÓ oI,l− ê i biÕ ng
extrajudicial(adj Happening out of court. Kh« ng phI ra toµ ph© n xö
.)
readjust(v.) To put in order after disarrangement. ® iÒ u chØ nh; thÝ ch nghi
virtu(n.) Rare, curious, or beautiful quality. ® å cæ ; ® å mü nghÖ
pavilion(n.) An open structure for temporary shelter. dù ng r¹ p; che lÒ u; r¹ p, lÒ u
festivity vui mõ ng, h© n hoan; ngµ y hé i
uproot(v.) To eradicate. Nhæ rÔ ; tiª u diÖ t
bilingual(adj.) Speaking two languages. th« ng th¹ o 2 thø tiÕ ng
stubby ng¾ n vµ dµ y; lï n vµ bÐ o
chilly l¹ nh lÏ o; l¹ nh lï ng, l¹ nh nh¹ t;
í t kh«
skip bá qua;nhy;nhy d© y; thï ng
® ù ng; « ng bÇ u
evade(v.) To avoid by artifice. Lng tr¸ nh, lÈ n tr¸ nh
dialectician(n.) A logician. biÖ n chø ng
contemporaneou Living, occurring, or existing at the same time. Cï ng thê i, ® − ng thê i
s(adj.)
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 reducible(adj.) That may be reduced. gim bí t; khö ®− î c; ró t gä n
®−îc
unlimited(adj.) Unconstrained. kh« ng gií i h¹ n, v« cï ng
artery ® é ng m¹ ch; huyÕ t m¹ ch
synchronism(n.) Simultaneousness. TÝ nh ® å ng bé
catchy hÊ p dÉ n, dÔ l« i cuè n; lõ a
personality(n.) The attributes, taken collectively, that make up the character and nature of an Nh© n c¸ ch, tÝ nh c¸ ch
individual.
immeasurable(a Indefinitely extensive. v« h¹ n, ko ® o ® − î c
dj.)
excellency(n.) A title of honor bestowed upon various high officials. Ngµ I; phu nh© n
doe(n.) The female of the deer. H− u c¸ i
antique(adj.) Pertaining to ancient times. cæ x− a; ® å cæ
fawn(n.) A young deer. H− u nhá ; nÞ nh bî
edible(adj.) Suitable to be eaten. thø c ¨ n
sextet(n.) A band of six singers or players. Nhã m 6
protective(adj.) Sheltering. Bo hé , bo vÖ
pleasurable(adj.) Affording gratification. ThÝ ch thó , mang l¹ I niÒ m vui
dedication(n.) The voluntary consecration or relinquishment of something to an end or cè ng hiÕ n; hiÕ n d© ng; lê i ® Ò
cause. tÆ ng (s¸ ch)
parliament(n.) A legislative body. Què c hé i
corps(n.) A number or body of persons in some way associated or acting together. Qu© n ® oµ n, ® oµ n
momentary(adj.) Lasting but a short time. Tho¸ ng qua; nhÊ t thê i
blithesome(adj.) Cheerful. vui vÎ ; ba hoa
inedible(adj.) Not good for food. ko ¨ n ® − î c
skim hí t bä t, hí t v¸ ng
nebula(n.) A gaseous body of unorganized stellar substance. tinh v© n; chø ng m¾ t kÐ o m© y
perceptible(adj.) Cognizable. nhË n thó c, lÜ nh hé i
ante(v.) In the game of poker, to put up a stake before the cards are dealt. ® ¸ nh bµ I x× tè
desert(v.) To abandon without regard to the welfare of the abandoned; ADJ N rê i bá ; bá trè n; ruå ng bá ; hiu
qu¹ nh, v¾ ng vÎ ; sa m¹ c, hoang
v¾ ng
potter thî gèm; l∙ ng phÝ ; lµ m qua loa
money.()
estuary A wide lower part of a tidal river. cö a s« ng
exert(v.) To make an effort. dï ng, sö dô ng (sø c m¹ nh, nh
h− ë ng); cè g¾ ng
submersion(n.) The act of submerging. Ch× m (tµ u)
usurious(adj.) Taking unlawful or exorbitant interest on money loaned. NÆ ng l∙ i
habitant(n.) Dweller. Ng− ê i c− tró ; ng− ê i ë ; Ng− ê i
Canada gè c Ph¸ p
translucence(n.) The property or state of allowing the passage of light. mê , kÝ nh mê
embolden(v.) To give courage to. khuyÕ n khÝ ch
hydromechanics The mechanics of fluids. thuû c hä c
(n.)
mow ® è ng, ® ô n (rm r¹ ); bÜ u m« i,
nh¨ n mÆ t
submission(n.) A yielding to the power or authority of another. khuÊ t phô c; tr× nh diÖ n; ý kiÕ n
spark tia lö a, tia s¸ ng; s¾ c so
nominate(v.) To designate as a candidate for any office. ® Ò cö ; chä n bæ nhiÖ m
telltale(adj.) That gives warning or information. m¸ ch loÎ ; lé
transatlantic(adj. Situated beyond or on the other side of the Atlantic. Bª n kia §¹ I T© y D− ng
)
consternation(n. Panic. Kinh hoµ ng; khiÕ p ® m
)
trisect(v.) To divide into three parts, especially into three equal parts. chia lµ m 3 phÇ n

photoelectric(ad Pertaining to the combined action of light and electricity. quang ® iÖ n

j.)
prevalence(n.) Frequency. Phæ biÕ n, thÞ nh hµ nh
typical(adj.) Characteristic. Tiª u biÓ u, ® Ió n h× nh
misbehavior(n.) Ill or improper behavior. T− c¸ ch xÊ u
coerce(v.) To force. Ð p bué c
recoil(v.) To start back as in dismay, loathing, or dread. Lï i l¹ I, dé i l¹ I, giË t l¹ i
soprano(n.) A woman's or boy's voice of high range. giä ng n÷ cao
conscience(n.) The faculty in man by which he distinguishes between right and wrong in l− ng t© m
character and conduc
augur(v.) To predict. Tiª n do¸ n
endurance(n.) The ability to suffer pain, distress, hardship, or stress of any kind without kh n¨ ng chÞ u ® ù ng; nhÉ n n¹ i;
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 succumbing. kÐ o dµ i
excruciate(v.) To inflict severe pain or agony upon. hµ nh h¹ , lµ m ® au ® í n
misinterpret(v.) To misunderstand. HiÓ u sai, dÞ ch sai
medicine(n.) A substance possessing or reputed to possess curative or remedial properties. Y khoa
bodice(n.) A women's ornamental corset-shaped laced waist. ¸ o lã t
ruin n.v lµ m há ng; lµ m xÊ u ® i; sù ® æ
n¸ t; sù tiª u tan, ph¸ sn
domination(n.) Control by the exercise of power or constituted authority.
laudatory(adj.) Pertaining to, expressing, or containing praise. t¸ n d− ng, c ngî i
Augustinian(adj. Pertaining to St. Augustine, his doctrines, or the religious orders called after
) him.
mastery(n.) The attainment of superior skill. − u thÕ
tremendous(adj. Awe-inspiring. ghª gí m; khñ ng khiÕ p
)
icon(n.) An image or likeness. T− î ng, thÇ nh t− î ng
Antichrist(n.) Any opponent or enemy of Christ, whether a person or a power. KÎ thï cñ a Chó a
respondent(adj.) Answering. Phn hå i
undersized(adj.) Of less than the customary size. Cß i cä c, kÝ ch th− í c nhá
gesticulate(v.) To make gestures or motions, as in speaking, or in place of speech. Hoa tay mó a ch© n
menace(n.) A threat. ® e do¹ , uy hiÕ p
corruptible(adj.) Open to bribery. dÔ lung l¹ c, dÔ mua chué c; dÔ
h− há ng
prudential(adj.) Proceeding or marked by caution. thË n trä ng; cÈ n thË n
octogenarian(adj A person of between eighty and ninety years. thä 80 tuæ i
.)
(adj.) Being an addition to. Bæ sung, thª m; gã c phô (to¸ n)
herbarium(n.) A collection of dried plants scientifically arranged for study. TË p mÉ u c© y
mistrust(v.) To regard with suspicion or jealousy. Nghi ngê , hå nghi
vaudeville(n.) A variety show. ch− ng tr× nh t¹ p kü
essence(n.) That which makes a thing to be what it is. Bn chÊ t
constable(n.) An officer whose duty is to maintain the peace. Cnh s¸ t; nguyª n so¸ i
hypothesis(n.) A proposition taken for granted as a premise from which to reach a Gi thuyÕ t
conclusion.
concordance(n.) Harmony. Phï hî p; mô c lô c
gallant(adj.) Possessing a brave or chivalrous spirit. Dò ng cm, hµ o hiÖ p
feldspar(n) common aluminum silicate of potassium, sodium or calcium ; adj feldspathi ® ¸ tr− ê ng th¹ ch
complacence(n.) Satisfaction with one's acts or surroundings. Tù m∙ n
fondue n− í c xè t ® un
protege(n.) One specially cared for and favored by another usually older person. n÷ bo vÖ
annunciation(n.) Proclamation. c« ng bè
lever(n.) That which exerts, or through which one may exert great power. ® ß n bÈ y
onrush(n.) Onset. lao tí i, x« ng tí i
unconscious(adj Not cognizant of objects, actions, etc. Kh« ng cã ý thø c, ngÊ t
.)
glazier(n.) One who cuts and fits panes of glass, as for windows. Thî l¾ p kÝ nh, trang men
immovable(adj.) Steadfast. BÊ t ® é ng
stuff(n) vi sî i len; mä i thø linh tinh,
chuyÖ n tÇ m phµ o; ngã n nghÒ ,
bÝ quyÕ t
nucleus(n.) A central point or part about which matter is aggregated. trung t© m; nh© n
rhapsody(n.) Rapt or rapturous utterance. Khó c cuå ng t− ë ng
tissue mé t lo¹ t chuç i ® an xen; giÊ y
lô a
obesity(n.) Excessive fatness. Sù bÐ o, phÖ
employee(n.) One who works for wages or a salary. Ng− ê i lao ® é ng
oration(n.) An elaborate or formal public speech. Bµ I diÔ n v¨ n, diÔ n thuyÕ t
verify(v.) To prove to be true, exact, or accurate.
pact(n.) A covenant. HiÖ p − í c; c« ng − í c
paternal(adj.) Fatherly. ® » ng né i, hä né i
entree(n.) The act of entering.
locomotion(n.) The act or power of moving from one place to another. vË n ® é ng; di ® é ng
intersect(v.) To cut through or into so as to divide. c¾ t nhau; giao nhau
diplomat(n.) A representative of one sovereign state at the capital or court of another. Nhµ ngo¹ I giao
prevention(n.) Thwarting. Ng¨ n cn, ng¨ n trë ,
neglect cÈ u th; bá bª ; ko chó ý
felony(n.) One of the highest class of offenses, and punishable with death or Trä ng té i
imprisonment.
script(n.) Writing or handwriting of the ordinary cursive form. Nguyª n bn; bn gè c
auburn(adj.) Reddish-brown, said usually of the hair. Mµ u n© u vµ ng (tã c)
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 accept(v.) To take when offered.
annalist(n.) Historian. Ng− ê i chÐ p sö
despicable(adj.) Contemptible. ti tiÖ n, hÌ n h¹
misrepresent(v.) To give a wrong impression. Xuyª n t¹ c, bã p mÐ o
inbred(adj.) Innate;inborn BÈ m sinh
coincident(adj.) Taking place at the same time. Trï ng hî p
septennial(adj.) Recurring every seven years. 7 n¨ m 1 lÇ n
fallacy(n.) Any unsound or delusive mode of reasoning, or anything based on such Dè i tr¸ ; o t− ë ng sai lÇ m; nguþ
reasoning. biÖ n
whereabouts(n.) The place in or near which a person or thing is. ë nI cã ( nguê i, vË t )
Antispasmodic
fuse(v.) To unite or blend as by melting together. Cç u ch× ; kÝ p næ
antedate(v.) To assign or affix a date to earlier than the actual one. Lï i ngµ y th¸ ng
proclamation(n.) Any announcement made in a public manner. Tuyª n bè , c« ng bè
expediency(n.) Fitness to meet the requirements of a particular case. cã lî i; thñ ® o¹ n
egotism(n.) Self-conceit. tÝ nh Ý ch kû
imitator(n.) One who makes in imitation. B¾ t ch− í c
deity(n.) A god, goddess, or divine person. ThÇ n th¸ nh
fishmonger(n.) One who sells fish. Ng− ê i b¸ n c¸
creak(n.) A sharp, harsh, squeaking sound. kÏ o kÑ t, cã t kÐ t
booth qu¸ n, r¹ p, lÒ u; tr¹ m ®iÖ n tho¹ i
c« ng cé ng
acquaint(v.) To make familiar or conversant. Lµ m quen
dermatology(n) the study of skin diseases; adj dermatological; n dermatologist chuyª n khoa da
intensive(adj.) Adding emphasis or force. cao ® é ; tË p trung
raft ® ¸ m ®«ng; bÌ , mng; th bÌ , chë
b» ng bÌ , mng
hussar(n.) A light-horse trooper armed with saber and carbine. kþ binh nhÑ
cadenza(n.) An embellishment or flourish, prepared or improvised, for a solo voice or ® o¹ n ® é c tÊ u
instrument.
enamor(v.) To inspire with ardent love. Lµ m say mª , h© n hoan
phonology(n.) The science of human vocal sounds. HÖ thè ng © m vÞ
warlike(adj.) Belligerent. Tham chiÕ n
emergent(adj.) Coming into view. Næ i bË t lª n, râ nÐ t
beverages.(n) Things to drink ® å uè ng
superadd(v.) To add in addition to what has been added. thª m vµ o nhiÒ u qu¸
retch(v.) To make an effort to vomit. n« n, mö a
cosmos(n.) The world or universe considered as a system, perfect in order and vò trô; trË t tù hµ i hoµ ; hÖ thèng
arrangement. hµ i hoµ ; có c v¹ n thä
later(adv.) At a subsequent time. ChË m, mué n
mulatto(n.) The offspring of a white person and a black person. Da ng¨ m ng¨ m; da mµ u
scarcity(n.) Insufficiency of supply for needs or ordinary demands. khan hiÕ m, thiÕ u thè n
fungous(adj.) Spongy. nÊ m; mä c nhanh nh− nÊ m
orgies(n.) Wild or wanton revelry. truy hoan, tr¸ c t¸ ng
able- Competent for physical service.
bodied(adj.)
sympathize(v.) To share the sentiments or mental states of another. Cã thiÖ n cm, cm t× nh
worn adj mß n,há ng
evert(v.) To turn inside out. L« n tõ trong ra ngoµ i
ferocity(n.) Savageness. Hung ¸ c; d∙ man, tµ n b¹ o
perish diÖ t vong; tµ n lô i, chÕ t
quiescence(n.) Quiet. Im lÆ ng; tÜ nh lÆ ng
antislavery(adj.) Opposed to human slavery. Chè ng chÕ ® é n« lÖ
noticeable(adj.) Perceptible.
scoundrel(n.) A man without principle. C« n ® å , v« l¹ i
nominee(n.) One who receives a nomination. Ng− ê i ® − î c chØ ® Þ nh, ® Ò cö
galvanic(adj.) Pertaining or relating to electricity produced by chemical action. kÝ ch ® é ng m¹ nh
decagram(n.) A weight of 10 grams.
accession(n.) Induction or elevation, as to dignity, office, or government. ® ¹ t ® Õ n, tiÕ n ® Õ n
Apprehensible
foresail(n.) A square sail. mò i tµ u
excitable(adj.) Nervously high-strung. DÔ bÞ kÝ ch ® é ng, kÝ ch thÝ ch
prowler bé t, bô i, phÊ n, thuèc sóng; r¾ c
(muè i, bé t), thoa (phÊ n)
unbelief(n.) Doubt. ThiÕ u niÒ m tin
garrison(n.) The military force stationed in a fort, town, or other place for its defense. ® n vÞ ® å n tró
tortious(adj.) Wrongful. sai lÇ m; cã h¹ i
Hibernian(adj.) Pertaining to Ireland, or its people. Thué c Ai-len

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 crook mã c, gË y cã mã c
denude(v.) To strip the covering from. lé t trÇ n; bã c vá
(n.) A book containing the formulas and methods of preparation of medicines for s¸ ch vÒ y d− î c; kho d− î c
the use of phÈ m
stagnate(v.) To become dull or inert. lµ m ø ® ä ng; ® × nh trÖ
anemic(adj.) Affected with anemia. ThiÕ u m¸ u; xanh xao
originate(v.) To cause or constitute the beginning or first stage of the existence of.
skunk con chå n h« i; kÎ ® ª tiÖ n, ® ¸ n
khinh; ® ¸ nh b¹ i
sociology(n.) The philosophical study of society. X∙ Hé i hä c
technology(n.) The knowledge relating to industries and manufactures. C« ng nghÖ
generosity(n.) A disposition to give liberally or to bestow favors heartily. ré ng l− î ng; khoan hå ng; hµ o
phã ng, ré ng r∙ i
race(adj) seldom, unusual; exception good; of less than the usual density hiÕ m; ® Æ c biÖ t; lo∙ ng
ecstatic(adj.) Enraptured. mª ly; ng© y ngÊ t; xuÊ t thÇ n
conservatism(n.) Tendency to adhere to the existing order of things. CN bo thñ
entangle(v.) To involve in difficulties, confusion, or complications. Lµ m v− í ng m¾ c, rè i r¾ m
disputation(n.) Verbal controversy. Bµ n c∙ I, tranh luË n
millet(n.) A grass cultivated for forage and cereal. c© y kª ; h¹ t kª
barbecue(n) party b÷ a tiÖ c ngoµ i trê i
(n.) Recognition. C« ng nhË n, thõ a nhË n
juicy(adj.) Succulent. mä ng n− í c, È m − í t; lý thó
polysyllable(adj. Having several syllables, especially more than three syllables. ® a © m tiÕ t
)
dishonest(adj.) Untrustworthy. BÊ t l− ng, kh« ng trung thù c
eliminate(v.) To separate and cast aside. Lo¹ I trõ ; bµ I tiÕ t
flatter t© ng bè c; xu nÞ nh; t« n lª n
nil(n.) Nothing Kh« ng cã g×
unutterable(adj.) Inexpressible. ko nã i nª n lê i;
preexistence(n.) Existence antecedent to something. KiÕ p tr− í c
generalize(v.) To draw general inferences. Tæ ng qu¸ t ho¸ ; phæ biÕ n
crumble sô p ® æ ; vì vô n, ® æ n¸ t
octave(n.) A note at this interval above or below any other, considered in relation to Qu∙ ng t¸ m; th 8 c© u;nhã m 8
that other.
tricycle(n.) A three-wheeled vehicle. Xe 3 b¸ nh
reestablish(v.) To restore. phô c hå i
saponaceous(adj Having the nature or quality of soap. Cã t/c xµ phß ng
.)
emerge(v) come up, come out into view; become known; N. emergence hiÖ n râ ; thÓ hiÖ n
piteous(adj.) Compassionate. thm th− ng; ® ¸ ng th− ng
sensibility(n.) Power to perceive or feel. Nh¹ y cm
giver(n.) One who gives, in any sense. Ng− ê i cho quµ , ng− ê i biÕ u
vitality(n.) The state or quality of being necessary to existence or continuance. Sinh khÝ ; sø c sè ng
heron con diÖ c
prohibitionist(n. One who favors the prohibition by law of the manufacture and sale of ng−êi ñng hé viÖ c cÊ m b¸ n c¸ i
) alcoholic g×
legislative(adj.) That makes or enacts laws. lµ m luË t
trinity(n.) A threefold personality existing in the one divine being or substance. Bé 3
inquire(v.) To ask information about. ® iÒ u tra, thÈ m tra
slip tr−ît ch© n; lÇ m lçi; ¸ o choµ ng;
xÝ ch chã ; bÕ n tµ u; miÕ n giÊ y
nhá
superadd(v.) To add in addition to what has been added. thª m vµ o nhiÒ u qu¸
isolate(v.) To separate from others of its kind. c¸ ch ly
surety(n.) Security for payment or performance. Bo ® m. ch¾ c ch¾ n
Briticism(n.) A word, idiom, or phrase characteristic of Great Britain or the British. tõ ng÷ ® Æ c Anh
necessitate(v.) To render indispensable. ® ß i há i phi cã , b¾ t phi
misogyny(n.) Hatred of women. tÝ nh ghÐ t phô n÷
venereal(adj.) Pertaining to or proceeding from sexual intercourse. Nhô c dô c; giao phè i
regretful(adj.) Feeling, expressive of, or full of regret. Hè i tiÕ c
desiccant(n.) Any remedy which, when applied externally, dries up or absorbs moisture, ChÊ t lµ m kh«
as that of wounds.
occurrence(n.) A happening.
pale cä c, hµ ng rµ o; t¸ i nhî t, yÕ u ít
posse(n.) A force of men. lù c l− î ng m¹ nh
minority(n.) The smaller in number of two portions into which a number or a group is ThiÓ u sè ; tuæ i vÞ thµ nh niª n
divided.
vacate to leave bá trè ng, bá kh« ng; xin th« i;
huû bá
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 steppe(n.) One of the extensive plains in Russia and Siberia. thÞ nh hµ nh; − a chué ng
squalid(adj.) Having a dirty, mean, poverty-stricken appearance. D d¸ y; ti tiÖ n
infest(v.) To be present in such numbers as to be a source of annoyance, trouble, or Trµ n vµ o quÊ y ph¸
danger.
revere(v.) To regard with worshipful veneration. t« n kÝ nh; sï ng kÝ nh
culprit(n.) A guilty person. Thñ ph¹ m, bÞ c¸ o
commentary(n.) A series of illustrative or explanatory notes on any important work.; V bµ i b× nh luË n
commentate; N commentator
subaquatic(adj.) Being, formed, or operating under water. ë d− í i n− í c
dissension(n.) Angry or violent difference of opinion. Mè i chia rÏ , bÊ t ® å ng
imperil(v.) To endanger. lµ m cho nguy hiÓ m
apathy(n) lack of interest; Adj. apathetic l∙ nh ® ¹ m, thê
atria (pl) atrium cñ a; t© m nhÜ ; khoang tai
ngoµ i; s© n chung (nhiÒ u nhµ )
desperate(adj.) Resorted to in a last extremity, or as if prompted by utter despair. tuyÖ t vä ng; d÷ dé i
biography(n.) A bibliographical sketch or notice. TiÓ u sö , lý lÞ ch
fork c¸ i nÜ a; ch¹ c c© y; ng∙ ba
usage(n.) Treatment. c¸ ch s/d, c¸ ch ® è i xö
distrust(n.) Lack of confidence in the power, wisdom, or good intent of any person. Kh« ng tin t− ë ng,nghi ngê
reorganize(v.) To change to a more satisfactory form of organization. Tæ chø c l¹ i
consignee(n.) A person to whom goods or other property has been entrusted. Ng− ê i nhË n hµ ng gö i
patronymic(adj.) Formed after one's father's name. ® Æ t tª n theo cha
despite(prep.) In spite of. MÆ c dï , kh« ng kÓ
loam(n.) A non-coherent mixture of sand and clay. ® ¸ t sÐ t tré n (nhiÒ u mï n)
lightweight h¹ ng nhÑ ; tÇ m th− ê ng
unisonant(adj.) Being in a condition of perfect agreement and accord. ® å ng lß ng; ® å ng © m
refusal(n.) Denial of what is asked.
penguin(n) chim c¸ nh cô t
facility(n.) Ease. ® /k dÔ dµ ng
symphonic(adj.) Characterized by a harmonious or agreeable mingling of sounds. bn giao h− ë ng
empower(v.) To delegate authority to. trao quyÒ n; lµ m cho cã thÓ
vacuum(n.) A space entirely devoid of matter. ch© n kh« ng
spruce neat and trim in appearance; smart; Ex. Be spruce for your job interview; V. diÖ n; lµ m gä n gµ ng; gç v© n
sam
nomic(adj.) Usual or customary.
seditious(adj.) Promotive of conduct directed against public order and the tranquillity of the Næ i lo¹ n
state.
fraternal(adj.) Brotherly. Anh em; hé i kÝ n
maniac(n.) a person raving with madness. ® iª n cuå ng
peninsular(adj.) Pertaining to a piece of land almost surrounded by water. b¸ n ® o
frigidarium(n.) A room kept at a low temperature for preserving fruits, meat, etc. phß ng t¾ m n− í c l¹ nh
perfidy(n.) Treachery. phn bé i; xo tr¸
granular(adj.) Composed of small grains or particles. cã hé t; h× nh hé t
correspond t− ng xø ng; phï hî p
immiscible(adj.) Separating, as oil and water. Kh« ng tré n lÉ n ® − î c
insulate(v.) To place in a detached state or situation. C« lË p, c¸ ch ly
revelation(n.) A disclosing, discovering, or making known of what was before secret, Ph¸ t hiÖ n, kh¸ m ph¸ , tiÕ t lé
private, or unknown.
conductible(adj. Capable of being conducted or transmitted. dÉ n ® iÖ n, nhiÖ t
)
professor(n.) A public teacher of the highest grade in a university or college.
acquit(v.) To free or clear, as from accusation. Tr hÕ t nî , tr¾ ng ¸ n
dispossess(v.) To deprive of actual occupancy, especially of real estate. trô c xuÊ t; ® uæ i ra; gii tho¸ t
monomania(n.) The unreasonable pursuit of one idea. ® é c t− ë ng; suy ngÉ m
dissolute(adj.) Lewd. chi bê i, phã ng ® ¸ ng
hydrostatics(n.) The branch of science that treats of the pressure and equilibrium of fluids. Thuû tÜ nh hä c
preoccupation(n. The state of having the mind, attention, or inclination preoccupied. Mè i − u t− , lo l¾ ng
)
radical(n.) One who holds extreme views or advocates extreme measures. gè c, c bn; cù c ® oan
legible(adj.) That may be read with ease. râ rµ ng, dÔ ® ä c
fragile(adj.) Capable of being broken. má ng mnh; mong manh; dÔ vì
forfend(v.) To ward off. Xa l¸ nh
productive(adj.) Yielding in abundance. mµ u mì ; h÷ u Ý ch; phong phó ;
sn xuÊ t
somniferous(adj Tending to produce sleep. g© y ngñ
.)
heptagon(n.) A figure having seven sides and seven angles. H× nh 7 c¹ nh
nationality(n.) A connection with a particular nation.
differentiate(v.) To acquire a distinct and separate character. Ph© n biÖ t
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 productive(adj.) Yielding in abundance. mµ u mì ; h÷ u Ý ch; phong phó ;
sn xuÊ t
benefice(n.) A church office endowed with funds or property for the maintenance of Tµ I sn cñ a c¸ c cha cè
divine service.
convolve(v.) To move with a circling or winding motion. QuÊ n l¹ i
distiller(n.) One occupied in the business of distilling alcoholic liquors. Ng− ê i ch− ng cÊ t r− î u
paleontologist nhµ cæ sinh vË t hä c
radiate to extend in all to ra
herbaceous(adj.) Having the character of a herb. luè ng hoa në quanh n¨ m
dead-heat(n.) A race in which two or more competitors come out even, and there is no ng− ê i ® ai xem ca nh¹ c, ® i tµ u
winner. ko mÊ t tiÒ n
perceive(v.) To have knowledge of, or receive impressions concerning, through the HiÓ u ® − î c; lÜ nh hé i ® − î c
medium of the body
woolly phñ len, l« ng t; m hå
senior(adj) more or most advanced in age, standing, position; N. senior, seniority lí n tuæ i hm, cã th© m niª n cao,
chø c vô cao
endowment cung cÊ p vè n; tµ i n¨ ng
urbanity(n.) Refined or elegant courtesy. LÞ ch sù , tao nh∙
partible(adj.) Separable. Cã thÓ chia ® − î c (thõ a kÕ )
(adj.) Intelligible. Cã thÓ lÜ nh hé i
perquisite(n.) Any profit from service beyond the amount fixed as salary or wages. Bæ ng lé c, tiÒ n thï lao
feminine(adj.) Characteristic of woman or womankind. Cã t/c ® µ n bµ
continuity(n.) Uninterrupted connection in space, time, operation, or development. liª n tô c; kÞ ch bn ® iÖ n nh
blockade(n.) The shutting up of a town, a frontier, or a line of coast by hostile forces. phong to, bao v© y; t¾ c nghÏ n
(giao th« ng; tuyÕ t b¨ ng)
narrow- Characterized by illiberal views or sentiments. hÑ p hß i; Ý ch kû ; v« hä c
minded(adj.)
salutation(n.) Any form of greeting, hailing, or welcome, whether by word or act. Chµ o há i, s¨ n sã c
unnatural(adj.) Artificial. Qu¸ I ® n; kh« ng tù nhiª n
spherical globular h× nh cÇ u
defensible(adj.) Capable of being maintained or justified. Cã thÓ bo vÖ ®− î c
lough(n.) A lake or loch. Hå , vÞ nh
confide(v.) To reveal in trust or confidence. gi∙ i bµ y, t© m sù ; phã th¸ c,
giao phã
semicivilized(ad Half-civilized. V¨ n minh 1 nö a
j.)
zeitgeist(n.) The intellectual and moral tendencies that characterize any age or epoch. hÖ t− t− ë ng cñ a thê i ® ¹ i
bestride(v.) To get or sit upon astride, as a horse. ngå i d¹ ng ch© n; c− ì i ngù a
insectivore loµ i ¨ n s© u bä
arrogant(adj.) Unduly or excessively proud, as of wealth, station, learning, etc. kiª u c¨ ng; ng¹ o m¹ n
machinist(n.) One who makes or repairs machines, or uses metal-working tools. thî m¸ y
enormous(adj.) Gigantic. to lí n; tµ n ¸ c
navigate(v.) To traverse by ship. ® i s« ng ® i biÓ n
reclusory(n.) A hermitage. È n sÜ
thoroughfare street, road; public stree ® − ê ng lí n; phè lí n
canon(n.) Any rule or law. tiª u chuÈ n; luË t lÖ
alder(n.) Any shrub or small tree of the genus Alumnus, of the oak family. c© y tæ ng qun sñ i
Narcissus(n.) The son of the Athenian river-god Cephisus, fabled to have fallen in love Hoa thuû tiª n
with his reflection
pinch cÊ u, vÐ o; d» n vÆ t, dµ y vß; tóng
quÉ n
promoter(n.) A furtherer, forwarder, or encourager. Ng− ê i tæ chø c, tµ I trî ; ng− ê i
s¸ ng lË p
inexhaustible(ad So large or furnishing so great a supply as not to be emptied, wasted, or kh« ng bao giê hÕ t, kh« ng biÕ t
j.) spent. mÖ t
patron ng− ê i bo trî ; « ng bÇ u
flexible(adj.) Pliable. MÒ m dÎ o, uyÓ n chuyÓ n
naked ko dÊ u giÕ m; trÇ n trô i
paradoxical nghÞ ch lý
lithosphere th¹ ch quyÓ n
pedagogics(n.) The science and art of teaching. KH s− ph¹ m
analyst(n.) One who analyzes or makes use of the analytical method. nhµ ph© n tÝ ch
secretary(n.) One who attends to correspondence, keeps records. or does other writing for
others.
eminence(n.) An elevated position with respect to rank, place, character, condition, etc. ® Þ a vÞ cao, næi tiÕ ng; m« ®Ê t,;
® ø c gi¸ o hoµ ng
Gordian(knot) n. Any difficulty the only issue out of which is by bold or unusual manners. v/® hoc bó a, khã gii quyÕ t, v/®
phø c t¹ p
bale(n.) A large package prepared for transportation or storage. ® ã ng thµ nh kiÖ n
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 litigant(n.) A party to a lawsuit. Ng− ê i kiÖ n
estimable(adj.) Worthy of respect. ® ¸ ng kÝ nh, ® ¸ ng quý trä ng
omniscience(n.) Unlimited or infinite knowledge. th« ng suè t mä i thø ; toµ n trÝ
thø c; Chó a
continuation(n.) Prolongation. TiÕ p diÔ n, më ré ng
bare trè ng rç ng; trÇ n truå ng, trä c;
x¸ c x
discipline(v) punish; control by training in obedience trõ ng ph¹ t; ® − a vµ o kû luË t
stimulate(v.) To rouse to activity or to quickened action. KÝ ch ® é ng; kÝ ch thÝ ch
forebode(v.) To be an omen or warning sign of, especially of evil. B¸ o tr− í c
superintend(v.) To have the charge and direction of, especially of some work or movement. tr« ng nom, gi¸ m s¸ t
incoherence(n.) Want of connection, or agreement, as of parts or ideas in thought, speech, rê i r¹ c, kh« ng m¹ ch l¹ c
etc.
flatulence(n.) Accumulation of gas in the stomach and bowels. ® Ç y hi; tù cao tù ® ¹ i; huª nh
hoang, rç ng tuÕ ch
intoxicate(v.) To make drunk. Lµ m say
sanctity(n.) Holiness. Thiieng liª ng; thÇ n th¸ nh
molt(v.) To cast off, as hair, feathers, etc. rô ng l« ng, thay l« ng
pneumatic(adj.) Pertaining to or consisting of air or gas. §Ç y kh« ng khÝ , gas
grasping(adj) aviaries h¸ m lî i; tham lam
peddle(v.) To go about with a small stock of goods to sell. b¸ n rong; ngå i lª ® « i m¸ ch
abduction(n.) A carrying away of a person against his will, or illegally. b¾ t cã c; d¹ ng ra (ch© n, tay)
fanciless(adj.) Unimaginative. kh« ng cã sø c t− ë ng t− î ng
syllabication(n.) Division of words into that which is uttered in a single vocal impulse. Chia thµ nh © m tiÕ t
wrench twist; pull; strain; Ex. He wrenched the gun out of her hands. giË t m¹ nh, vÆ n m¹ nh; chia tay,
ph© n ly
suspicious(adj.) Inclined to doubt or mistrust. nghi ngê
day-man(n.) A day-laborer. viÖ c lµ m c« ng nhË t
recapture(v.) To capture again. B¾ t l¹ I, ® o¹ t l¹ i
accompany(v.) To go with, or be associated with, as a companion. ® i kÌ m; di theo
knickknack(n.) A small article, more for ornament that use. MÈ u tin trang trÝ
intramural(adj.) Situated within the walls of a city. né i bé ; trong v¸ ch
plurality(n.) A majority. chÝ nh, chñ yÕ u
chin c¸ i c» m
lyre(n.) One of the most ancient of stringed instruments of the harp class. ® µ n lia
pommel(v.) To beat with something thick or bulky. ® Ê m liª n tô c, ® ¸ nh liª n hå i
abrupt(adj.) Beginning, ending, or changing suddenly or with a break. BÊ t ngê , vé i v∙ ; cè c lè c
ampere(n.) The practical unit of electric-current strength. Ampe (® iÖ n)
bleacher thî chué t vi; kh¸ n ® µ i ko cã
m¸ i che
normalcy(n.) The state of being normal. B× nh th− ê ng; chuÈ n t¾ c
philately(n.) The study and collection of stamps. ChI tem, s− u tÇ m tem
manumission(n. Emancipation. GiI phã ng n« lÖ
)
abrasion(n.) That which is rubbed off. Mµ I mß n; lµ m trÇ y da
insecure(adj.) Not assured of safety. Kh« ng an toµ n; bÕ p bª nh
secrecy(n.) Concealment. KÝ n ® ¸ o, bÝ mË t
skis v¸ n tr− î t tuyÕ t
well-to-do(adj.) In prosperous circumstances. thÞ nh v− î ng; giµ u cã
distrain(v.) To subject a person to distress. tÞ ch biª n (tµ i sn)
biology(n.) The science of life or living organisms.
aldermanship(n. The dignity, condition, office, or term of office of an alderman. Uû viª n hé i ® å ng thµ nh phè
)
outrigger(n.) A part built or arranged to project beyond a natural outline for support. RÇ m ch× a; mã c chÌ o; ng¸ ng
bué c ngù a
alienable(adj.) Capable of being aliened or alienated, as lands. Cã thÓ nh− î ng l¹ Ii® − î c
harmonious(adj. Concordant in sound. hµ i hoµ ; hoµ thuË n
)
weal(n.) Well-being. H¹ nh phó c, cnh sung s− í ng
diacritical(adj.) Marking a difference. DÊ u phô ® Ó phª n biÖ t
electrolysis(n.) The process of decomposing a chemical compound by the passage of an ® iÖ n ph© n
electric current.
incompetent(adj Not having the abilities desired or necessary for any purpose. BÊ t tµ I; thiÕ u kh n¨ ng
.)
detrude(v.) To push down forcibly.
dominate(v.) To influence controllingly. Thè ng trÞ , chiÕ m − u thÕ
pyromania(n.) An insane propensity to set things on fire. chø ng ham muè n phß ng ho
(kh« ng kiÒ m chÕ )
consumption(n.) Gradual destruction, as by burning, eating, etc., or by using up, wearing out, Tiª u thô hµ ng ho¸ ; tiª u diÖ t,
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 etc. tµ n ph¸ bÖ nh lao phæ i
medial(adj.) Of or pertaining to the middle. Trung b× nh;trung gian
descendant(n.) One who is descended lineally from another, as a child, grandchild, etc. Hë u duÖ , con ch¸ u
mint së ® ó c tiÒ n; c© y b¹ c hµ
control(v.) To exercise a directing, restraining, or governing influence over. ® IÒ u khiÓ n, quyÒ n hµ nh
shore bê biÓ n; cé t trô
treble(adj.) Multiplied by three. GÊ p 3
henpeck(v.) To worry or harass by ill temper and petty annoyances. B¾ t n¹ t, xá mò i (chå ng)
acupuncture ch© m cø u
bust b¾ t gi÷ ; lµ m vì ; t− î ng b¸ n
th© n; ngù c (phô n÷ )
deject(v.) To dishearten. lµ m buå n nn; ch¸ n nn
weed cá d¹ i; ng− ê i gÇ y gß ; rÉ y cá ,
nhæ cá d¹ i
annalized(adj) l∙ i xuÊ t kú h¹ n 1 n¨ m
wolverine chå ng gul« (B¾ c Mü )
extravagance(n.) Undue expenditure of money. phung phÝ ; tÝ nh qu¸ mø c
critique(n.) A criticism or critical review. Bµ I phª b× nh
perspire(v.) To excrete through the pores of the skin. ® æ må h« i
viceroy(n.) A ruler acting with royal authority in place of the sovereign in a colony or Phã v− ng; tæ ng trÊ n
province.
coverage(n) area amount covered; amount of publicity received by an event ph¹ m vi; sù t− ê ng thuË t
pentahedron(n.) A solid bounded by five plane faces. Khè i 5 n¨ m (ngò gi¸ c)
heyday peak; time of greatest success or power; prime thê i hoµ ng kim; thê i sung sø c;
tuæ i thanh xu© n
towboat tµ u kÐ o
despair Utter hopelessness and despondency. thÊ t vä ng; tuyÖ t vä ng
Christ(n.) A title of Jesus Chó a
propose ® Ò nghÞ ; mô c ® Ý ch
pioneer(n.) One among the first to explore a country. Ng− ê i tiª n phong
imbrue(v.) To wet or moisten. nhó ng; lµ m thÊ m ®É m; nhuém
heterogeneity(n. Unlikeness of constituent parts. tÝ nh kh¸ c, ph¸ t sinh
)
systematic(adj.) Methodical. cã hÖ thè ng; cã ph− ng ph¸ p
reed c© y sË y, tranh; mò i tª n; th
® å ng quª ; lî p m¸ i tranh
inefficiency(n.) That which does not accomplish an intended purpose. ThiÕ u kh n¨ ng, bÊ t tµ i
balloon khÝ cÇ u; qu bã ng; t¨ ng gi¸
patriotism(n.) Love and devotion to one's country. Lß ng yª u n− í c
rotund(adj.) Round from fullness or plumpness. BÐ o phôc phÞ c; kª u oang oang;
rç ng
metropolitan(adj Pertaining to a chief city. Thué c thñ ® «
.)
auricular(adj.) Of or pertaining to the ear, its auricle, or the sense of hearing. Thué c tai,nã i thÇ m
coronation(n.) The act or ceremony of crowning a monarch. LÔ ® ¨ ng qunag
ode(n.) The form of lyric poetry anciently intended to be sung. th ca ngî i
paddle m¸ i chÌ o; chÌ o xuå ng
juicy(adj.) Succulent. mä ng n− í c, È m − í t; lý thó
advocate speak in favor of; support (an idea or plan); urge; plead for bµ o chò a, biÖ n hé
non- One attached to the army or navy, but having duties other than that of Ng− ê i thù c thi nhiÖ m vô
combatant(n.) fighting.
bevel(n.) Any inclination of two surfaces other than 90 degrees. Gã c nghiª ng, c¹ nh nghiª ng
pentameter(n.) In prosody, a line of verse containing five units or feet. C© u th n¨ m © m tiÕ t
redolence(n.) Smelling sweet and agreeable. Mï i thm ph− ng phø c
disillusion(v.) To disenchant. Lµ m tØ nh ngé ,hÕ t o t− ë ng
concerto(n.) A musical composition. Bn concerto
playwright(n.) A maker of plays for the stage. Nhµ so¹ nh kÞ ch
dawn b× nh minh; tinh m; në ra, hÐ
më
courageous(adj.) Brave. can ® m; dò ng cm
continuity(n.) Uninterrupted connection in space, time, operation, or development. liª n tô c; kÞ ch bn ® iÖ n nh
reclaim(v.) To demand or to obtain the return or restoration of. CI t¹ o, gi¸ c ngé
regnant(adj.) Exercising royal authority in one's own right. tho quyª n
resentment(n) o¸ n giË n
duet(n.) A composition for two voices or instruments. CÆ p ® « I, bé ® « i
deforest(v.) To clear of forests. Ph¸ reï ng, ph¸ t quang
ruth(n.) Sorrow for another's misery. lß ng th− ng lß ng tr¾ c È n
misplace(v.) To put into a wrong place. ® Ó kh« ng ® ó ng chç
hypodermic(adj. Pertaining to the area under the skin. d− í i da (mò i tª n, kim tiª m ..)
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propel To drive or urge forward. ® È y ® i ® È y l¹ i
disfavor(n.) Disregard. ghÐ t bá ; phn ® è i
quarter(n.) One of four equal parts into which anything is or may be divided. 1/4
profiteer(n.) One who profits. ® Ç u c, trô c lî i
transmissible(ad That may e sent through or across. Cã thÓ truyÒ n dÉ n, chuyÓ n
j.) giao
mischievous(adj Fond of tricks. tinh qu¸ i, ranh m∙ nh; lµ m
.) nguy h¹ i
(adj.) Disdainful. Khinh th− ê ng, khinh bØ
privilege(n.) A right or immunity not enjoyed by all, or that may be enjoyed only under
special
materialize(v.) To take perceptible or substantial form. VË t chÊ t ho¸ , cô thÓ ho¸
reticence(n.) The quality of habitually keeping silent or being reserved in utterance. TrÇ m lÆ ng, dÌ dÆ t, Ý t nã i
bedlam(n.) Madhouse. nhµ th− ng ® iª n; cnh hç n lo¹ n
non-existent(n.) That which does not exist. kh« ng tå n t¹ i
assignee(n.) One who is appointed to act for another in the management of certain Ng− ê i ® ù oc uû nhiÖ m
property and interests.
perfectible(adj.) Capable of being made perfect. cã thÓ hoµ n thiÖ n
transgress(v.) To break a law. Vi ph¹ m, v− î t qu¸ gií i h¹ n
procedure(n.) A manner or method of acting. Thñ tô c
excruciate(v.) To inflict severe pain or agony upon. hµ nh h¹ , lµ m ® au ® í n
earnest(adj.) Ardent in spirit and speech. ® ø ng ® ¾ n; tha thiÕ t
abidance(n.) An abiding. t« n trä ng; tu© n theo
interlocutor(n.) One who takes part in a conversation or oral discussion. Ng− ê i ® è i tho¹ i
introspection(n.) The act of observing and analyzing one's own thoughts and feelings. Tù xem xÐ t né i t© m
olive-branch(n.) A branch of the olive-tree, as an emblem of peace. Cµ nh « liu (hoµ b× nh)
palsy(n.) Paralysis. tª liÖ t; chø ng liÖ t
proponent supporter; backer; opposite of opponent ® Ò nghÞ , ® Ò xuÊ t
knight(errant) n. One of the wandering knights who in the middle ages went forth in search hiÖ p sÜ th¸ nh chiÕ n
of adventure.
posterior(n.) The hinder part. ® Õ n sau, phÝ a sau
semiaquatic nö a ë d− í i n− í c
utility(n.) Fitness for some desirable practical purpose. VË t cã Ý ch
prohibition(n.) A decree or an order forbidding something. cÊ m, ng¨ n cÊ m
grantor(n.) The maker of a deed. Ng− ê i trî cÊ p
trestle(n.) An open braced framework for supporting the horizontal stringers of a Bé ngô a; giµ n khung; giµ n
railway-bridge. gi¸ o
preferential(adj. Possessing, giving, or constituting preference or priority. − u ® ∙ I, − u tiª n
)
monastery(n.) A dwelling-place occupied in common by persons under religious vows of Tu viÖ n
seclusion.
persuade(v.) To win the mind of by argument, eloquence, evidence, or reflection. ThuyÕ t phô c; lµ m cho tin
prejudice(n.) A judgment or opinion formed without due examination of the facts. ® Þ nh kiÕ n, thµ nh kiÕ n
predominate(v.) To be chief in importance, quantity, or degree. chiÕ m − u thÕ ; tré i hn
miscount(v.) To make a mistake in counting. ® Õ m sai
petulance(n.) The character or condition of being impatient, capricious or petulant. nã ng ny, hay hê n dç i
pseudapostle(n.) A pretended or false apostle.
bray(n.) A loud harsh sound, as the cry of an ass or the blast of a horn. TiÕ ng be be (cõ u kª u)
severely(adv.) Extremely. Kh¾ t khe; gay g¾ t
impermissible(a Not permissible. cÊ m; ko cho phÐ p
dj.)
humiliate(v.) To put to shame. lµ m nhô c
clay ® Ê t sÐ t
correlate(v.) To put in some relation of connection or correspondence. Cã t− ng quan
persistence(n.) A fixed adherence to a resolve, course of conduct, or the like. BÒ n bØ , kiª n tr×
stripling(n.) A mere youth. thanh niª n mí i lí n
phonetic(adj.) Representing articulate sounds or speech. Ng÷ © m
necrology(n.) A list of persons who have died in a certain place or time. d/s ng− ê i chÕ t; tiÓ u sö
appreciable(adj.) Capable of being discerned by the senses or intellect. cã thÓ thÊ y ®− î c, ® ¸ nh gi¸
®−îc
lattice(n.) Openwork of metal or wood, formed by crossing or interlacing strips or bars. L− í i, rÌ m, hµ ng rµ o m¾ t c¸ o
deport(v.) To take or send away forcibly, as to a penal colony. trô c xuÊ t, l− u ®µ y; ¨ n ë, c− xö
attorney- The chief law-officer of a government. ch− ë ng lý
general(n.)
ointment(n.) A fatty preparation with a butter-like consistency in which a medicinal Thuè c mì
substance exists.
diffusion(n.) Dispersion. TruyÒ n b¸ phæ biÕ n
linguist(n.) One who is acquainted with several languages. Nhµ ng« n ng÷ hä c
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 inconceivable(a Incomprehensible. Kh« ng thÓ nhË n thø c ®− î c
dj.)
photometer(n.) Any instrument for measuring the intensity of light or comparing the Quang kÕ
intensity of two
pot Ê m, b× nh, lä , chË u, nå i
recover(v.) To regain. Phô c hå i;kh« I phô c
cholera(n.) An acute epidemic disease. bÖ nh dÞ ch t
bronchitis(n.) Inflammation of the bronchial tubes. bÖ nh viª m phª qun
hexagon(n.) A figure with six angles. h× nh 6 c¹ nh
atonement(n.) Amends, reparation, or expiation made from wrong or injury. sù chué c lç i; ® Ò n té i
datum(n.) A premise, starting-point, or given fact. luË n cø ; mè c ® o l− ê ng
jumpy thay ®æi thÊ t th−êng; giË t m× nh
hustle(v.) To move with haste and promptness. X« ® È y, chen lÊ n; nhé n nhÞ p,
hè i h
eligible(adj.) Qualified for selection. phï hî p, thÝ ch hî p
immortalize(v.) To cause to last or to be known or remembered throughout a great or lµ m bÊ t tö ; l− u danh mu« n
indefinite length of ti thñ a
posit(v.) To present in an orderly manner. thõ a nhË n; ® Æ t ë vÞ trÝ
spray cµ nh nhá (c© y); bô i n− í c
wield(v.) To use, control, or manage, as a weapon, or instrument, especially with full Sö dô ng hÕ t chø c n¨ ng
command.
rejoin(v.) To reunite after separation. Nè i l¹ I, g¾ n l¹ i
arrant(adj.) Notoriously bad. Thù c sù hoµ n toµ n
foreknowledge( Prescience. biÕ t tr− í c; ® o¸ n tr− í c
n.)
divagation(n.) Digression. lang thang; lan man, l¹ c ® Ò
isobar(n.) A line joining points at which the barometric pressure is the same at a ® − ê ng ® ¼ ng ¸ p
specified moment.
(n.) A subordinate part or parts, enriching or supporting the leading part. vË t phô thué c, kÌ m theo
quackery(n.) Charlatanry Lang b¨ m, bÞ p î m
divisor(n.) That by which a number or quantity is divided. Sè chia
counter- A cross-demand alleged by a defendant in his favor against the plaintiff. NI nhË n ® n khiÕ u kiÖ n
claim(n.)
synonym(n.) A word having the same or almost the same meaning as some other. ® å ng nghÜ a
cohesive(adj.) Having the property of consistency. DÝ nh liÒ n, cè kÕ t
luxuriate(v.) To live sumptuously. Xa hoa, sung s− í ng
conquer(v.) To overcome by force. Chinh phô c, x© m chiÕ m
Neolithic(adj.) Pertaining to the later stone age. Thué c thê i kú ® å ® ¸ mí i
octopus con b¹ ch tué c
sprightly(adj.) Vivacious. Ho¹ t b¸ t, sè ng ® é ng
cat-o-nine- An instrument consisting of nine pieces of cord, formerly used for flogging ®ay thõng ®−îc bÖ n b» ng 9 sîi
tails(n.) in the arm dï ng ® Ó ® ¸ nh vµ o tay
laddie(n.) A lad. bÐ tÝ hon
intermit(v.) To cause to cease temporarily. gi¸ n ® o¹ n
neocracy(n.) Government administered by new or untried persons. Sù thè ng trÞ cñ a chÝ nh phñ
mí i, ng− ê i mí i
predict(v.) To foretell. B¸ o tr− í c
indicator(n.) One who or that which points out. (ng− ê i, vË t, dÊ u hiÖ u) chØ thÞ
defendant(n.) A person against whom a suit is brought. bÞ ® n; bÞ kiÖ n
vaccinate(v.) To inoculate with vaccine virus or virus of cowpox. Tiª m chñ ng
compulsion(n.) Coercion. Ð p bué c, c− ì ng b¸ ch
specialty(n.) An employment limited to one particular line of work. ® Æ c tr− ng; ® Æ c biÖ t
subjacent(adj.) Situated directly underneath. ë d− í i, phÝ a d− í i
homophone(n.) A word agreeing in sound with but different in meaning from another. tõ ® å ng © m kh¸ c nghÜ a
susceptibility(n. A specific capability of feeling or emotion. Nh¹ y cm; dÔ tù ¸ i
)
lactic(adj.) Pertaining to milk. S÷ a
Pantheon(n.) A circular temple at Rome with a fine Corinthian portico and a great domed ® Ò n b¸ ch thÇ n; k¨ ng danh
roof. nh© n
gradient(adj.) Moving or advancing by steps. ® é dè c
pagan(n.) A worshiper of false gods. ngo¹ i ® ¹ o
centiliter(n.) A hundredth of a liter. 1% lÝ t
course(n.) Line of motion or direction. TiÕ n tr× nh, diÔ n tiÕ n
resonate(v.) To have or produce resonance. cé ng h− ë ng; tiÕ ng vang
moat(n.) A ditch on the outside of a fortress wall. ®− ê ng hµ o
probate(adj.) Relating to making proof, as of a will. Chø ng thù c (c« ng chø ng)
manifestation outward demonstration; manifesting; indication of the presence of biÓ u lé , biÓ u thÞ ; hiÖ n h× nh;
something; Ex. manifestation of his pronounced musical bent biÓ u t× nh, thÞ uy
efficient(adj.) Having and exercising the power to produce effects or results. Cã hiÖ u lù c, hiÖ u qu
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 neurology(n.) The science of the nervous system. ThÇ n kinh hä c
bursar(n.) A treasurer. thñ quü
brotherhood(n.) Spiritual or social fellowship or solidarity. t× nh anh em; hé i ¸ i h÷ u
sorcery(n.) Witchcraft. Ma thuË t
mantle(n.) A cloak. ¸ o kho¸ c; che phñ , che ® Ë y
tolerance(n.) Forbearance in judging of the acts or opinions of others. Khoan dung, tha thø
graceless(adj.) Ungracious. KhiÕ m nh∙ , v« lÔ
sticky khã tÝ nh; nhí p nh¸ p; phn ® è i
safeguard(v.) To protect. Bo vÖ
influence(n.) Ability to sway the will of another. nh h− ë ng, t¸ c dô ng
soprano(n.) A woman's or boy's voice of high range. giä ng n÷ cao
contumacy(n.) Contemptuous disregard of the requirements of rightful authority. l¨ ng m¹ ; v« lÔ , l¸ o x− î c
pentad(n.) The number five. Nhã m 5
perfidy(n.) Treachery. phn bé i; xo tr¸
paly(adj.) Lacking color or brilliancy. HI tai t¸ I, xanh xao
intramural(adj.) Situated within the walls of a city. né i bé ; trong v¸ ch
affiliate(n.) Some auxiliary person or thing. Chi nh¸ nh, hé i viª n
bereave(v.) To make desolate with loneliness and grief. lµ m mÊ t, lÊ y mÊ t
reflection(n.) The throwing off or back of light, heat, sound, or any form of energy that Phn chiÕ u, phn x¹
travels in waves.
belate(v.) To delay past the proper hour. belay v. To make fast, as a rope, by winding T¹ m dõ ng
round a cleat.
anhydrous(adj.) Withered. (ho¸ hä c) khan; lµ m kh«
unbecoming(adj Unsuited to the wearer, place, or surroundings. kh« ng võ a, kh« ng thÝ ch hî p
.)
vocable(n.) a word, especially one regarded in relation merely to its qualities of sound. Tõ
revisal(n.) Revision. bn in thö lÇ n 2
accompaniment
tortoise con rï a
auditory(adj.) Of or pertaining to hearing or the organs or sense of hearing. nghe, thÝ nh gi¸ c
telepathy(n.) Thought-transference. ngo¹ i cm
ache(v.) To be in pain or distress. ® au nhø c
pharmacopoeia
livelihood(n.) Means of subsistence. kÕ sinh nhai
auricle(n.) One of the two chambers of the heart which receives the blood from the D¸ I tai,chç lå i ra
veins.
bilateral(adj.) Two-sided. Tay ® « I, song ph− ng
visualize(v.) To give pictorial vividness to a mental representation. h× nh dung; m− ê ng t− î ng
Parisian(adj.) Of or pertaining to the city of Paris. Thué c Paris
zodiac(n.) An imaginary belt encircling the heavens within which are the larger planets. hoµ ng ® ¹ o
microphone(n.) An apparatus for magnifying faint sounds. micro
clearance(n.) A certificate from the proper authorities that a vessel has complied with the Thanh to¸ n c¸ c khon thuÕ ® Ó
law and may sai rê i cng
botanical(adj.) Connected with the study or cultivation of plants. Thù c vË t hä c
drastic(adj. Acting vigorously. m¹ nh mÏ , quyÕ t liÖ t
militia(n.) Those citizens, collectively, who are enrolled and drilled in temporary D© n qu© n
military organizations.
diabolic(adj.) Characteristic of the devil. ma quû ; ® é c ¸ c, hiÓ m ¸ c
chancery(n.) A court of equity, as distinguished from a common-law court. toµ ¸ n c« ng lý
scholastic(adj.) Pertaining to education or schools. Hä c tË p (nhµ tr− ê ng)
nude(adj.) Naked. Kho th© n
suasion(n.) The act of persuading. ThuyÕ tt phô c
rumor tin ® å n; tiÕ ng ® å n
gynecology(n.) The science that treats of the functions and diseases peculiar to women. BÖ nh phô n÷
syllable(n.) That which is uttered in a single vocal impulse.
arboreal(adj.) Of or pertaining to a tree or trees. thué c c© y
Catholicism(n.) The system, doctrine, and practice of the Roman Catholic Church. §¹ o Thiª n Chó a
pentathlon(n.) The contest of five associated exercises in the great games and the same cué c thi 5 m« n phè i hî p
contestants. (TDTT)
transience(n.) Something that is of short duration. Ng¾ n ngñ i
commission(v.) To empower. uû nhiÖ m; ra lÖ nh
dimly(adv.) Obscurely. lê mê ; mË p mê
cartridge(n.) A charge for a firearm, or for blasting. ® ¹ n, vá ® ¹ n; cué n phim
deviltry(n.) Wanton and malicious mischief. yª u thuË t
forerun(v.) To go before as introducing or ushering in. b¸ o tr− í c; v− î t lª n tr− í c
clog prevent, block; N. chain cß ng ch© n; ng¨ n trë
incomparable(ad Matchless. V« song, kh« ng thÓ so s¸ nh
j.) ®−îc

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 opportunity(n.) Favorable or advantageous chance or opening. C hé i
efficiency(n.) The state of possessing adequate skill or knowledge for the performance of a HiÖ u qu, kh n¨ ng
duty.
altercate(v.) To contend angrily or zealously in words. C∙ I lé n, ® Ê u khÈ u
declarative(adj.) Containing a formal, positive, or explicit statement or affirmation. Tuyª n bè ; t− ê ng thuË t
impracticable(ad Not feasible. ko kh thi
j.)
resistless(adj.) Powerless. Kh« ng chè ng l¹ I ® − î c
exclusion(n.) Non-admission. Ng¨ n chÆ n, lo¹ I trõ
rotary(adj.) Turning around its axis, like a wheel, or so constructed as to turn thus. quay; chç ® − ê ng vß ng; m¸ y
quay
preparatory(adj.) Having to do with what is preliminary. sö a so¹ n; chuÈ n bÞ
bibliophile(n.) One who loves books. Ng− ê i ham s¸ ch
penitence.() ¨ n n¨ n; hè i lç i; s¸ m hè i
sextuple(adj.) Multiplied by six. gÊ p 6 lÇ n
insufficiency(n.) Inadequacy. ko ® ñ ; thiÕ u
accompanist(n.) One who or that which accompanies. Ng− ê i ® I theo; vË t theo
matrimony(n.) The union of a man and a woman in marriage. H« n nh© n
clement(adj.) Compassionate. khoan dung; nh© n tõ ; « n hoµ
encyclopedia(n.) A work containing information on subjects, or exhaustive of one subject. b¸ ch khoa th−
arctic b¾ c cù c; gi¸ rÐ t; ñ ng
unicellular(adj.) Consisting of a single cell. b¾ t nguå n; nguå n gè c
wherewith(n.) The necessary means or resources. cÇ n thiÕ t
collective(adj.) Consisting of a number of persons or objects considered as gathered into a TË p thÓ ; tË p hî p
mass, or sum.
epidermis(n.) The outer skin. BiÓ u b×
singe(v.) To burn slightly or superficially. Ch¸ y xÐ m
Unsophisticated
affectation(n.) A studied or ostentatious pretense or attempt. Gi vê
consonant(adj.) Being in agreement or harmony with. Hoµ hî p; phô © m
satirical using satire; mocking ch© m biÕ m; trµ o phó ng
creamy(adj.) Resembling or containing cream. Cã nhiÒ u kem; m− î t mÞ n
insular(adj.) Pertaining to an island. Cã t/c ® o
accuse(v.) To charge with wrong doing, misconduct, or error. KÕ t té i,tè c¸ o
ascension(n.) The act of rising. Th¨ ng thiª n
alluvion(n.) Flood. lô t; bå i ® ¸ t, phï sa
contort(v.) To twist into a misshapen form. mÐ o mã ; nh¨ n nhã ; xo¾ n
origin(n.) The beginning of that which becomes or is made to be. Nguå n gè c
antenatal(adj.) Occurring or existing before birth. tiÒ n sn; kh¸ m thai
ground(n.) A pavement or floor or any supporting surface on which one may walk. MÆ t ® Ê t; b∙ I ® Ê t
breaker(n.) One who trains horses, dogs, etc. Nguê i d¹ y thó
summit ® Ø nh, chã p; cÊ p cao nhÊ t
sylph(n.) A slender, graceful young woman or girl. Ng− ê i phô n÷ mnh mai xinh
® Ñ p; n÷ thÇ n giã
contender(n.) One who exerts oneself in opposition or rivalry. ® è i thñ
doleful(adj.) Melancholy. ® au buå n, sÇ u thm
isle(n.) An island. Hß n ® o nhá
famish(v.) To suffer extremity of hunger or thirst. Lµ m cho chÕ t ® ã i
seal hi cÈ u; dÊ u niª m phong
perpendicular(a Straight up and down. vu« ng gã c; th¼ ng ® ø ng
dj.)
gastritis(n.) Inflammation of the stomach. Viª m d¹ dµ y
hesitation(n.) Vacillation. Ng¾ c ngø , Ê p ó ng
(adj.) Resisting all attempts to reduce volume by pressure. Kh« ng nÐ m ®− î c, kh« ng Ð p
®−îc
infusion(n.) The act of imbuing, or pouring in. pha; n− í c pha; tiª m
webbed cã mµ ng ch© n
alcohol(n.) A volatile, inflammable, colorless liquid of a penetrating odor and burning ® é cå n
taste.
Easter(n) lÔ phô c sinh
coronet(n.) Inferior crown denoting, according to its form, various degrees of noble rank Mò miÖ n nhá, d© y b¨ ng d¸ t ®¸
less than soverei quý
frequency(n.) The comparative number of any kind of occurrences within a given time or Th− ê ng xuyª n; tÇ n sè
space.
heathenish(adj.) Irreligious. Ngo¹ I ® ¹ o
shrinkage(n.) A contraction of any material into less bulk or dimension. ® é co, phÇ n hô t
invaluable(adj.) Exceedingly precious. v« gi¸
matinee(n.) An entertainment (especially theatrical) held in the daytime. Buæ i biÓ u diÔ n nh¹ c kÞ ch ban
chiÒ u
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 eyesight thÞ lù c; tÇ m nh× n
proximately(adv Immediately.
.)
hoarse(adj.) Having the voice harsh or rough, as from a cold or fatigue. khµ n khµ n; khµ n giä ng
melt nÊ u chy KL; tan ra, chy ra
pantheism(n.) The worship of nature for itself or its beauty. Lß ng tin, sù thê có ng
navel(n.) The depression on the abdomen where the umbilical cord of the fetus was rè n; trung t© m
attached.
freighter (tµ u, m¸ y bay) chë hµ ng
embody(v.) To express, formulate, or exemplify in a concrete, compact or visible form. biÓ u hiÖ n, hiÖ n th© n; bao gå n,
kÓ c
wiry(adj.) Thin, but tough and sinewy. DÎ o dai; sang sng
martyrdom(n.) Submission to death or persecution for the sake of faith or principle. ChÕ t v× nghÜ a; nç i thèng khæ,
sù dµ y vß
overhang(n.) A portion of a structure which projects or hangs over. Nh« lª n trª n
defamation(n.) Malicious and groundless injury done to the reputation or good name of nã i xÊ u, phØ b¸ ng
another.
somber dark; gloomy; melancholy; depressing; CF. shadow mµ u thÉ m; mê ® ô c, tè i t¨ m, u
¸m
surveyor(n.) A land-measurer. Thanh tra,thuÕ vô
compact agreement; contract; ADJ: tightly packed; firm; brief; concise; Ex. compact tho thuË n; hiÖ p − í c, hiÖ p
statement ®ång; kÕ t ®Æ c, ch¾ c nÞ ch; chË t
nÝ ch, chen chó c
violation(n.) Infringement.
counting- A house or office used for transacting business, bookkeeping, trô së giao dÞ ch
house(n.) correspondence, etc.
death's-head(n.) A human skull as a symbol of death. sä , ® Ç u l© u
preservation(n.) Conservation. G× n gi÷ , bo qun
privateer(n.) A vessel owned and officered by private persons, but carrying on maritime C− í p biÓ n
war.
doubly(adv.) In twofold degree or extent. gÊ p ® « i; l¸ mÆ t l¸ tr¸ i
misbehave(v.) To behave ill. c− xö kh« ng ® ó ng ® ¾ n
allotment(n.) Portion. Chia phÇ n; ph© n c« ng
captivate(v.) To fascinate, as by excellence. eloquence, or beauty. Lµ m say® ¾ m, quyÕ n rò
undeceive(v.) To free from deception, as by apprising of the real state of affairs. Gi¸ c ngé , lµ m tØ nh ngé
matricide(n.) The killing, especially the murdering, of one's mother. té i giÕ t mÑ
impulsion(n.) Impetus. X« tí i,® È y tí i
pursue vÝ tiÒ n; ng© n quü
blazon(v.) To make widely or generally known. Tuyª n d− ng; huy hiÖ u
philosophize(v.) To seek ultimate causes and principles. Sè ng cã triÕ t lý
wittingly(adv.) With knowledge and by design. Chñ t© m, cè ý
lawmaker(n.) A legislator. Ng− ê i lµ m luË t
opalescence(n.) The property of combined refraction and reflection of light, resulting in Tr¾ ng ® ô c, tr¾ ng s÷ a
smoky tints.
decalogue(n.) The ten commandments. M− ê i ® IÒ u r¨ n cñ a Chó a
wintry(adj.) Lacking warmth of manner. thué c mï a ® « ng; l¹ nh lÏ o
seismograph(n.) An instrument for recording the phenomena of earthquakes. m¸ y ® o ® Þ a chÊ n
lid n¾ p vung; mi m¾ t;
egotist(n.) One given to self-mention or who is constantly telling of his own views and Ng− ê i Ý ch kû , tù cao tù ® ¹ i
experiences.
indigestible(adj. Not digestible, or difficult to digest. ko thÓ tiª u ho¸ ; ko thÓ lÜ nh héi
)
tincture(n.) A solution, usually alcoholic, of some principle used in medicine. s¾ c nhÑ ;thong nhÑ
nomination(n.) The act or ceremony of naming a man or woman for office. chØ ® Þ nh; bæ nhiÖ m
truculent(adj.) Having the character or the spirit of a savage. ngç ng− î c, hung b¹ o
swelling s− ng tÊ y; phå ng; n− í c triÒ u
translate(v.) To give the sense or equivalent of in another language or dialect. DÞ ch, phiª n dÞ ch
quadrate(v.) To divide into quarters. H× nh vu« ng
antonym(n.) A word directly opposed to another in meaning. Tr¸ I nghÜ a
difference(n.) Dissimilarity in any respect. Kh¸ c nhau
tangency(n.) The state of touching. TiÕ p tuyÕ n
bullock(n.) An ox. Bß thiÕ n
feelings.(n) Sê mê , cm t− ë ng v..v..
faulty(adj.) Imperfect. kh« ng hoµ n ho, lç i
variance(n.) Change. kh¸ c biÖ t
laudable(adj.) Praiseworthy. ® ¸ ng t¸ n d− ng, khen ngî i
refragable(adj.) Capable of being refuted. cã thÓ phn b¸ c
bibliography(n.) A list of the words of an author, or the literature bearing on a particular S¸ ch tham kho, th− mô c
subject.
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 viscount(n.) In England, a title of nobility, ranking fourth in the order of British peerage. Tö t− í c
impend(v.) To be imminent. s¾ p xy ® Õ n; treo l lö ng
crematory(adj.) A place for cremating dead bodies. NI ho t¸ ng
botany(n.) The science that treats of plants. Thù c vË t hä c
sophistical(adj.) Fallacious. nguþ biÖ n
oath lê i thÒ
regnant(adj.) Exercising royal authority in one's own right. tho quyª n
inference(n.) The derivation of a judgment from any given material of knowledge on the Suy luË n
ground of law.
pyre(n.) A heap of combustibles arranged for burning a dead body. giµ n thiª u
recreate(v.) To refresh after labor. T¸ I t¹ o
transmission(n.) The act of sending through or across. TruyÒ n dÉ n
domain(n.) A sphere or field of action or interest. L∙ nh ® Þ a; vï ng
pudgy(adj.) Small and fat. BÐ o lï n
profuse(adj.) Produced or displayed in overabundance. Då i dµ o
tutelar(adj.) Protective. gi¸ m hé , bo vÖ
divination(n.) The pretended forecast of future events or discovery of what is lost or Bã i to¸ n, tiª n ® o¸ n
hidden.
species(n.) A classificatory group of animals or plants subordinate to a genus. Loµ I, lo¹ i
dramatize(v.) To relate or represent in a dramatic or theatrical manner. ViÕ t kÞ ch;
hideous(adj.) Appalling. Gí m guè c; ghª të m
testament(n.) A will. chó c th− , di chó c; kinh th¸ nh
deduct khÊ u trõ
crusade(n.) Any concerted movement, vigorously prosecuted, in behalf of an idea or chiÕ n dÞ ch, cuéc vË n ®éng lín
principle.
taxidermy(n.) The art or process of preserving dead animals or parts of them. Khoa nhå i b« ng thó
ladle(n.) A cup-shaped vessel with a long handle, intended for dipping up and pouring C¸ I m« I ® Ó mó c
liquids.
hawthorn(n.) A thorny shrub much used in England for hedges. C© y t¸ o gai
cantonment(n.) The part of the town or district in which the troops are quartered. Khu vù c d© n c−
immigrant(n.) A foreigner who enters a country to settle there. Nh© n nhË p c−
untimely(adj.) Unseasonable. Non, yÕ u; kh« ng gÆ p thê i
triumvir(n.) One of three men united coordinately in public office or authority. Thµ nh viª n bé tam ® Õ chÕ
epizootic(adj.) Prevailing among animals. bÖ nh dÞ ch ® é ng vË t
superb(adj.) Sumptuously elegant. Oai hï ng; tr¸ ng lÖ
acidify(v.) To change into acid. a xÝ t ho¸
mettlesome(adj. Having courage or spirit. khÝ kh¸ i, dò ng cm
)
inquisitive(adj.) Given to questioning, especially out of curiosity. Tß mß , tä c m¹ ch
Augustinian(adj. Pertaining to St. Augustine, his doctrines, or the religious orders called after
) him.
preordain(v.) To foreordain. quyÕ t ® Þ nh tr− í c
came(n.) A leaden sash-bar or grooved strip for fastening panes in stained-glass Khung ch× ® Ó l¾ p kÝ nh cö a
windows.
vituperable(adj.) Deserving of censure. ® ¸ ng chö i rñ a; ® ¸ ng tho¸ m¹
overpay(v.) To pay or reward in excess. tr tiÒ n qu¸ cao
afoot(adv.) In progress. ® ang tiÕ n thµ nh; chë dË y, ho¹ t
® é ng
isochronous(adj. Relating to or denoting equal intervals of time. ChiÕ m thê i gian b» n nhau
)
fete(n.) A festival or feast.
obsequies(n.) Funeral rites. ® ¸ m ma
limitation(n.) A restriction. H¹ n chÕ
colleague(n.) An associate in professional employment. ® å ng nghiÖ p, ® å ng sù
beck(v.) To give a signal to, by nod or gesture. Vé y tay, theo sù sai khiÕ n
rightful(adj.) Conformed to a just claim according to established laws or usage. C« ng b» ng; hî p ph¸ p
narrator(n.) One who narrates anything. ng− ê i kÓ chuyÖ n
philogynist(n.) One who is fond of women. ng− ê i yª u phô n÷
cognizant(adj.) Taking notice. hiÓ u biÕ t; nhË n thø c
dermatology(n.) The branch of medical science which relates to the skin and its diseases. khoa da liÔ u
coxswain(n.) One who steers a rowboat, or one who has charge of a ship's boat and its ThuyÒ n tr− ë ng
crew under an officer
dunk nhó ng b¸ nh vµ o s÷ a
perspicacity(n.) Acuteness or discernment. Minh m∙ n, s¸ ng trÝ
arched cã h× nh vß ng cung
acquisition(n.) Anything gained, or made one's own, usually by effort or labor. Giµ nh ®− î c, thu ® − î c
confidant(n.) One to whom secrets are entrusted. b¹ n t© m t× nh
skewer xiª n; xiª n thÞ t
stature(n.) The natural height of an animal body. Vã c ng− ê i; sù tiÕ n triÓ n
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eminent person.
decagon(n.) A figure with ten sides and ten angles. h× nh 10 c¹ nh
sociology(n.) The philosophical study of society. X∙ Hé i hä c
conjunction(n.) The state of being joined together, or the things so joined. Liª n kÕ t, kÕ t hî p
honorarium(n.) A token fee or payment to a professional man for services. tiÒ n thï lao
proficient(adj.) Possessing ample and ready knowledge or of skill in any art, science, or Tµ I giaoØ , thµ nh th¹ o
industry.
illuminant(n.) That which may be used to produce light. S¸ ng tá ; rù c rì
somnolence(n.) Oppressive drowsiness. Ngñ l m
Contemptuous
convolution(n.) A winding motion. quÊ n, xo¾ n
obstetrics(n.) The branch of medical science concerned with the treatment and care of sn kho¸
women during
hypnotism(n.) An artificially induced somnambulistic state in which the mind readily acts thuË t th« i miª n
on suggestion.
terrific xuÊ t s¾ c, tuyÖ t vê i; cù c lí n
landmark(n.) A familiar object in the landscape serving as a guide to an area otherwise Ranh gií i; gií i h¹ n; mè c
easily lost track
chiffon(n.) A very thin gauze used for trimmings, evening dress, etc. ® å trang trÝ
deteriorate(v.) To grow worse. lµ m lá ng, suy ® å i
thereabout(adv.) Near that number, quantity, degree, place, or time, approximately. vï ng l© n cË n; x© p xØ
semicircle(n.) A half-circle. H× nh b¸ n nguyÖ t
surf sã ng vç ; l− í t v¸ n
assessor(n.) An officer whose duty it is to assess taxes. Ng− ê i ® Þ nh gi¸ tµ I sn
priggish(adj.) Conceited. Lª n mÆ t ta ® © y, khinh khØ nh;
lª n mÆ t ® ¹ o ® ø c
birthright(n.) A privilege or possession into which one is born. quyÒ n thõ a kÕ
incidentally(adv. Without intention. ngÉ u nhiª n; nh© n tiÖ n
)
emblem(n.) A symbol. biÓ u t− î ng; t− î ng tr− ng
preface(n.) A brief explanation or address to the reader, at the beginning of a book. Lê i tù a
severance(n.) Separation. Gi¸ n ® o¹ n; c¾ t rê i
batter(n.) A thick liquid mixture of two or more materials beaten together, to be used Bé t nh∙ o lµ m b¸ nh; ® Ë p liª n
in cookery. hå i
blithe(adj.) Joyous. than thn v« t−
iconoclast(n.) An image-breaker. ng− ê i bµ i trõ th¸ nh t− î ng
patrimony(n.) An inheritance from an ancestor, especially from one's father. Gia sn, di sn
tenor(n.) A settled course or manner of progress. ChiÒ u h− í ng chung; lÒ thã i
philologist(n.) An expert in linguistics. nhµ ng÷ v¨ n
personal(adj.) Not general or public. C¸ nh© n
microscopy(n.) The art of examing objects with the microscope. dï ng kiÕ n hiÓ n vi
blackspot nhù a ® − ê ng
papacy(n.) The official head of the Roman Catholic Church. Gi¸ o hoµ ng
(adj.) Capable of being conceived. LÜ nh hé i ®− î c, hiÓ u râ ® − î c
fuel N.V chÊ t ® è t; cung cÊ p chÊ t ® è t
prudence(n.) Caution. CÈ n thË n, thË n trä ng
decisive(ad.) Conclusive. quyÕ t ® Þ nh, dø t kho¸ t
scorecard
urban(adj.) Of, or pertaining to, or like a city. thµ nh phè
submergence(n.) The act of submerging. Ch× m,lÆ n
dominant(adj.) Conspicuously prominent. tré i hn; − u thÕ hn; thè ng trÞ
visualize(v.) To give pictorial vividness to a mental representation. h× nh dung; m− ê ng t− î ng
masterpiece(n.) A superior production. kiÖ t t¸ c
repugnant(adj.) Offensive to taste and feeling. ® ¸ ng ghÐ t, ghª të m; m© u
thuÉ n, ngang b− í ng
intemperance(n. Immoderate action or indulgence, as of the appetites. Kh« ng ® IÒ u ® é
)
bosom(n.) The breast or the upper front of the thorax of a human being, especially of a ngù c; tr¸ i tim, t© m hå n; mÆ t
woman. s« ng hå
inaccurate(adj.) Not exactly according to the facts. ko chÝ nh x¸ c; sai
grasp(v) size greedily; hold firmly; N grasp n¾ m lÊ y; ® å ng cá
expeditious(adj. Speedy. nhanh chã ng
)
Contemporary
procrastination( delay; N procrastinate tr× ho∙ n, chÇ n chõ
n)
lithotype(n.) In engraving, an etched stone surface for printing. thuË t nghiÒ n sá i
Unitarian(adj.) Pertaining to a religious body that rejects the doctrine of the Trinity. ThuyÕ t nhÊ t thÓ ; quan ® Ió m
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bethink(v.) To remind oneself. Nhí ra, nghÜ ra
(adj.) Inclined to strong exhibition or expression of feeling or thoughts. Cã luË n chø ng; gi∙ I bµ y t© m
sù
telephony(n.) The art or process of communicating by telephone. HÖ thè ng ® IÖ n tho¹ i
confer(v.) To bestow. Phß ng, ban; bµ n b¹ c
ministry(n.) A service. Bé , ® oµ n mô c s−
protuberate(v.) To swell or bulge beyond the surrounding surface. ph« ng lª n, u lª n
sentience(n.) Capacity for sensation or sense-perception. Kh n¨ ng cm gi¸ c
pole cù c; th¸ i cù c; sµ o, cä c; Ng− ê i
Ba Lan
patter(v.) To mumble something over and over. TiÕ ng tÝ t¸ ch
rapine(n.) The act of seizing and carrying off property by superior force, as in war. c− í p bã c
magistracy(n.) The office or dignity of a magistrate. quan toµ , uû quyÒ n;
interpose(v.) To come between other things or persons. ® Æ t vµ o gii− ∙ , can thiÖ p
delicacy(n.) That which is agreeable to a fine taste. duyª n d¸ ng; yÕ u ® uè i
albeit(conj.) Even though.
intermediate(adj Being in a middle place or degree or between extremes. Gi÷ a; trung gian; trung cÊ p
.)
equinox period of equal days and nights; the beginning of spring and autumn; Ex. diÓ m xu© n; ® iÓ m thu ph© n
vernal/autumnal equinox; ADJ. equinoctial
inconstant(adj.) Changeable. ko kiª n ® Þ nh; ko chung thuû
interact(v.) To act reciprocally. T− ng t¸ c, nh h− ë ng lÉ n nhau
priory(n.) A monastic house. Tu viÖ n
hospitality(n.) The practice of receiving and entertaining strangers and guests with lß ng mÕ n kh¸ ch
kindness.
alley(n.) A narrow street, garden path, walk, or the like. Ngâ ; ®− ê ng hÑ p
indivisible(adj.) Not separable into parts. Kh« ng thÓ chia ®− î c
grenadier(n.) A member of a regiment composed of men of great stature. Trung ® oµ n vÖ binh Anh
intension(n.) The act of stringing or stretching, or state of being strained. quyÕ t t© m cao; m∙ nh liÖ t; cao
cao
Heteromorphic
summary(n.) An abstract. Tã m t¾ t
gradation(n.) A step, degree, rank, or relative position in an order or series. Thay ® æ i tõ tõ
instance(n.) A single occurrence or happening of a given kind. vÝ dô
archangel(n.) An angel of high rank. Tæ ng thiª n thÇ n, bå c© u thiª n
sø ; c© y b¹ ch chØ tÝ a
undersell(v.) To sell at a lower price than. b¸ n rÎ ; ® ¸ nh gi¸ thÊ p
scam m− u ® å bÊ t l− ng
indispensable(ad Necessary or requisite for the purpose. CÇ n thiwtjs kh« ng thÓ thiÕ u
j.) ®−îc
ally(n.) A person or thing connected with another, usually in some relation of Liª n minh, ® å ng minh
helpfulness.
penetration(n.) Discernment. x© m nhË p; thÊ m nhuÇ n; xuyª n
qua; s¾ c so
machinery(n.) The parts of a machine or engine, taken collectively. M¸ y mã c; bé m¸ y
lacerate(v.) To tear rudely or raggedly. XÐ rach,lµ m tan n¸ t (câ i lß ng)
juxtaposition ® Æ t c¹ nh nhau; liÒ n kÒ nhau
ingredient(n.) Component. Thµ nh phÇ n
avid(adj) eager, greedy; N. avidity h¸ o hø c, thÌ m kh¸ t
incapacity(n.) Want of power to apprehend, understand, and manage. ko ® ñ n¨ ng lù c
gendarme(n.) In continental Europe, particularly in France, a uniformed and armed police HiÕ n binh, sen ® Ç m
officer.
antic(n.) A grotesque, ludicrous, or fantastic action. trß hÒ , g© u c− ê i
credulous(adj.) Easily deceived. nhÑ d¹ , c tin
migrate(v.) To remove or pass from one country, region, or habitat to another. Di c−
pestilential(adj.) having the nature of or breeding pestilence. bÖ nh dÞ ch h¹ ch
awe solemn wonder; feeling of respect mixed with wonder and fear; V: fill with sî h∙ i; kinh sî
awe; ADJ. awesome
repute(v.) To hold in general opinion. TiÕ ng t¨ m, lê i ® å n
achromatic(adj.) Colorless, Kh« ng mµ u, kh« ng s¾ c
preponderant(ad Prevalent. tré i hn, − u thÕ hn
j.)
hydrometer(n.) An instrument for determining the density of solids and liquids by flotation. TØ trä ng kÕ
constrict(v.) To bind. Th¾ t l¹ I, xiÕ t lai; lµ m c» n cç i
recidivist(n.) A confirmed criminal. t¸ i ph¹ m
unwise(adj.) Foolish. Ngu xuÈ n, kh« ng thË n trä ng
illiterate(adj.) Having little or no book-learning. Dè t n¸ t, thÊ t hä c
extensor(n.) A muscle that causes extension. c duç i
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reciprocity(n.) Equal mutual rights and benefits granted and enjoyed. Nh© n nh− î ng lÉ n nhau
encyclical(adj.) Intended for general circulation. phæ biÕ n ré ng r∙ i
diphthong(n.) The sound produced by combining two vowels in to a single syllable or nguyª n © m ® « i; trï ng © m
running together the so
detest(v.) To dislike or hate with intensity. GhÐ t, ghª të m
circulate(v.) To disseminate. L− a hµ nh, truyÒ n b¸
exigent(adj.) Urgent. CÊ p b¸ ch, khÈ n cÊ p
commitment(n.) The act or process of entrusting or consigning for safe-keeping. LÖ nh b¾ t giam
joggle(n.) A sudden irregular shake or a push causing such a shake. xã c nhÑ ; l¾ c l¾ c
further(adj.) More distant or advanced. Xa hn; hn n÷ a
committal(n.) The act, fact, or result of committing, or the state of being giao phã , uû th¸ c; bá tï ; lê i
hø a, cam kÕ t
tangent(adj.) Touching. TiÕ p tuyÕ n
lunatic(n.) An insane person. Ng− ê i ® Iª n, ng− ê i mÊ t trÝ
bolero(n.) A Spanish dance, illustrative of the passion of love, accompanied by caste ® Iö u nhy Bolero
nets and singing.
aggravate To make heavier, worse, or more burdensome. lµ m nÆ ng thª m; lµ m xÊ u thª m;
lµ m trÇ m trä ng thª m
drowsy(adj.) Heavy with sleepiness. Ngñ l m, uÓ oi
epode(n.) A species of lyric poems. Th tr÷ t× nh
inspector(n.) An official appointed to examine or oversee any matter of public interest or Thanh tra; n/v thuÕ vô
importance.
candid(adj.) Straightforward. thË t thµ ,ngay th¼ ng
frightful(adj.) Apt to induce terror or alarm. Khñ ng khiÕ p; kinh khñ ng
Demonstrative
self-respect(n.) Rational self-esteem. Tù trä ng
lithesome(adj.) Nimble. Lanh le;linh lî i
metaphysics(n.) The principles of philosophy as applied to explain the methods of any H× nh häc siª u h× nh; trõu t−îng
particular science.
encompass surround; include; Ex. His activities encompass publishing and computers. v© y quanh; bao gå m, chø a
® ù ng; hoµ n thiÖ n;
dip nhóng, ng© m; ®é nghiª ng, chç
trò ng; m¾ c nî
pendulum(n.) A weight hung on a rod, serving by its oscillation to regulate the rate of a qu l¾ c, con l¾ c
clock.
deceit(n.) Falsehood. lõ a dè i; bÒ ngoµ i gi dè i
plagiarism(n.) The stealing of passages from the writings of another and publishing them as ¨ n c¾ p
one's own.
inherence(n.) The state of being permanently existing in something. TÝ nh vè n cã , cè h÷ u
Elizabethan(adj. Relating to Elizabeth, queen of England, or to her era. triÒ u n÷ hoµ ng Elizabethan
)
preponderate(v.) To exceed in influence or power. tré i hn, lÊ n ¸ t, − h thÕ
imminence(n.) Impending evil or danger. DiÒ u s¾ p xy ra
physiology(n.) The science of organic functions. Sinh lý hä c
alcoholism(n.) A condition resulting from the inordinate or persistent use of alcoholic Chø ng nghiÖ n r− î u
beverages.
Thermomelectri
c
hardihood(n.) Foolish daring. t¸ o b¹ o, gan d¹ ; tr tr¸ o; cn trë
denominate(v.) To give a name or epithet to. ® Æ t tª n lµ , gä i lµ
investor(n.) One who invests money. Ng− ê i ® Ç u t−
coaster ng− ê i bu« n dä c bê biÓ n
vinery(n.) A greenhouse for grapes. nhµ chÝ nh trå ng nho
showy loÌ lo¹ t; ph« tr− ng
statuette(n.) A figurine. t− î ng
belly bô ng; d¹ dµ y
receivable(adj.) Capable of being or fit to be received - often money. cã thÓ nhË n ®− î c
herbalist ng− ê i trå ng vµ b¸ n d− î c tho;
nhµ n/c tho mé c
lights.() Phæ i só c vË t (thø c ¨ n chã ..)
buoyancy(n.) Power or tendency to float on or in a liquid or gas. sø c næ i; kh n¨ ng phô c hå i
nhanh;tÝ nh vui vÎ ;
bustle(v.) To hurry. hè i h; vé i v∙ ; å n µ o
prescient(adj.) Foreknowing. tiª n tri; biÕ t tr− í c
primeval(adj.) Belonging to the first ages. S khai; nguyª n thuû
superheat(v.) To heat to excess. nã ng giµ
utensil ® å dï ng, vË t dô ng
desperate liÒ u m¹ ng; tuyÖ t vä ng
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liniment(n.) A liquid preparation for rubbing on the skin in cases of bruises, Dç u xoa bã p
inflammation, etc.
ambulate(v.) To walk about ® I l¹ I, l− u ® é ng
metal(n.) An element that forms a base by combining with oxygen, is usually hard, Kim lo¹ i
heavy, and lustrous.
insolent(adj.) Impudent. xÊ c l¸ o
theology(n.) The branch of theological science that treats of God. ThÇ n hä c
proffer(v.) To offer to another for acceptance. d© ng, tÆ ng, biÕ u
instigator(n.) One who incites to evil. KÎ chñ m− u
variable(adj.) Having a tendency to change. cã thÓ thay ® æ i ® − î c
observance(n.) A traditional form or customary act. LÔ kû niÖ m; tu© n theo
precision(n.) Accuracy of limitation, definition, or adjustment. chÝ nh x¸ c
arrogate(v.) To take, demand, or claim, especially presumptuously or without reasons or yª u s¸ ch bË y; ® ß i bË y
grounds.
wretchedness(n. Extreme misery or unhappiness. khè n khæ ; bÊ t h¹ nh; ® ¸ ng
) ghÐ t; khæ së
spheroid(n.) A body having nearly the form of a sphere. vË t h× nh cÇ u
subtrahend(n.) That which is to be subtracted. Sè bÞ trõ
indulgence(n.) The yielding to inclination, passion, desire, or propensity in oneself or nu« ng chiÒ u; ®Æ c © m; gia h¹ n;
another. ham mª , miÖ t mµ i
anthropology(n.) The science of man in general. Nh© n lo¹ I hä c
oddity(n.) An eccentricity. kú dÞ ; kú quÆ c
convulsion(n.) A violent and abnormal muscular contraction of the body. BiÕ n ® é ng, chø ng co th¾ t
harness yª n c− ng; dô ng cô lao ® é ng;
® ã ng yª n c− ng; khai th¸ c
tasty(adj) pleasing in flavor; attractive hî p khÈ u vÞ ; hÊ p dÉ n
waterproof ko thÊ m n− í c
ingenuity(n.) Cleverness in contriving, combining, or originating. KhÐ o lÐ o
gaudy flashy; showy loÌ loÑ t; hoa mü
seance(n.) A meeting of spirituals for consulting spirits. Buæ i hä p; buæ i gä i hå n
folk-lore(n.) The traditions, beliefs, and customs of the common people. Phong tô c, tË p qu¸ n
(adj.) Living or existing at the same time. ®−ng thêi, cïng thêi, cïng tuæi
bruise th© m tÝ m, mÐ o mã ; sø t sÑ o
fixture(n.) One who or that which is expected to remain permanently in its position. vË t cè ®Þ nh, ®å ®¹ c; ng−êi ë l×
1 chç
galore(adj.) Abundant. Phong phó , då i dµ o
phenomenal(adj. Extraordinary or marvelous. cã t/c hiÖ n t− î ng; kú l¹
)
literacy(n.) The state or condition of knowing how to read and write. hiÓ u biÕ t; biÕ t ® ä c
inaccurate(adj.) Not exactly according to the facts. ko chÝ nh x¸ c; sai
invigorate(v.) To animate. TiÕ p thª m sinh lù c, lµ m cho
c− ê ng tr¸ ng
tipsy(adj.) Befuddled with drinks. Ngµ ngµ say, chÕ nh cho¸ ng
dissuasion(n.) The act of changing the purpose of or altering the plans of through Can ng¨ n
persuasion, or pleading.
spice ®å gia vÞ ; lµ m ®Ë m ®µ (cho gia
vÞ , thª m, t¨ ng c− ê ng)
reprehension(n.) Expression of blame. ChØ trÝ ch, khiÓ n tr¸ ch
abdominal(n.) Of, pertaining to, or situated on the abdomen. Bô ng, ë bô ng
monosyllable(n. A word of one syllable. tõ 1 © m tiÕ t
)
seer(n.) A prophet. Ng− ê i tiª n tri, ng− ê i tr« ng
thÊ y
hackney(v.) To make stale or trite by repetition. Buå n tÎ , v« vÞ
repetition(n.) The act of repeating. LÆ p l¹ i
battalion(n.) A body of infantry composed of two or more companies, forming a part of a TiÓ u ® oµ n; dµ n trË n
regiment.
onset(n.) An assault, especially of troops, upon an enemy or fortification. tÊ n c« ng, c« ng kÝ ch m¹ nh
bailiff(n.) An officer of court having custody of prisoners under arraignment. ChÊ p hµ nh viª n ë toµ ¸ n
confederacy(n.) A number of states or persons in compact or league with each other, as for Liª n minh,liª n bang; © m m− u
mutual aid.
exit(n.) A way or passage out.
upturn(v.) To throw into confusion. Sù t¨ ng gi¸
heretic(n.) One who holds opinions contrary to the recognized standards or tenets of any Ng− ê i theo dÞ gi¸ o
philosophy.
irritant(n.) A mechanical, chemical, or pathological agent of inflammation, pain, or g© y bø t rø t, khã chÞ u, lµ m næi
tension. qu¹ u
objector(n.) One who objects, as to a proposition, measure, or ruling. Ng− ê i chè ng ® è i
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alter(v.) To make change in. BiÕ n ® æ i,thay ® æ i
commute(v.) To put something, especially something less severe, in place of. Thay thÕ , giao ho¸ n
inchmeal(adv.) Piecemeal. DÇ n dÇ n tõ ng b− í c mé t
illumine(v.) To make bright or clear. ChiÕ u s¸ ng, soi s¸ ng
piece(n.) A loose or separated part, as distinguished from the whole or the mass. Mnh, mÈ u, miÕ ng
impatience(n.) Unwillingness to brook delays or wait the natural course of things. nã ng vé i; thiÕ u kiª n nhÉ n
batten(n.) A narrow strip of wood. tÊ m v¸ n lã t; lã t v¸ n
frivolity(n.) A trifling act, thought, saying, or practice. Phï phiÕ m; nhÑ d¹
disrepute(n.) A bad name or character. Mang tiÕ ng xÊ u
dissimilar(adj.) Different. Kh¸ c; kh« ng giè ng
ventricle gii phÉ u(t© m thÊ t,n∙ o thÊ t)
dissever(v.) To divide. Chia c¾ t, ph© n chia
recure(v.) To cure again.
pledgee(n.) The person to whom anything is pledged. Ng− ê i cÇ m ® å
balcony ban c« ng
syllabus(n.) Outline of a subject, course, lecture, or treatise.
tapestry A fabric to which a pattern is applied with a needle, designed for ornamental trang trÝ b» ng thm; thm thª u
hangings.
inure(v.) To harden or toughen by use, exercise, or exposure. lµ m cho quen; cã hiÖ u lù c
antipodes(n.) A place or region on the opposite side of the earth. Vï ng ® Ê t ® è i ch© n
comparison(n.) Examination of two or more objects with reference to their likeness or
unlikeness.
trimness(n.) Neatness. Gä n gµ ng, ng¨ n n¾ p
otter con r¸ i c¸
drawer(n) person or thing that draws; sliding in or out of a table; knickers ng− ê i vÏ tranh, ng− ê i ró t sÐ c;
ng¨ n kÐ o; quÇ n ® ï i
tack(n.) A small sharp-pointed nail. ® ã ng b» ng ® inh mò ; thay ® æ i
®−êng lèi; kh© u l−îc, dÝ nh t¹ m
editorial(n.) An article in a periodical written by the editor and published as an official Bµ I x∙ luË n
argument.
excitation(n.) Intensified emotion or action. KÝ ch thÝ ch
minimize(v.) To reduce to the smallest possible amount or degree. Cù c tiÓ u ho¸
simultaneous(ad Occurring, done, or existing at the same time. ® å ng bé
j.)
affirmative(adj.) Answering yes; to a question at issue. kh¼ ng ® Þ nh; qñ a quyÕ t
corporal(adj.) Belonging or relating to the body as opposed to the mind. th© n thÓ , th© n x¸ c
recitation(n.) The act of reciting or repeating, especially in public and from memory. KÓ l¹ I; kÓ chuyÖ n
scatter(v) throw about; disperse; N. scatter ri r¸ c; ph© n t¸ n
delectable(adj.) Delightful to the taste or to the senses. Ngon lµ nh, thó vÞ
declension(n.) The change of endings in nouns and adj. to express their different relations biÕ n c¸ ch; sa só t, suy ® å i
of gender.
occupant(n.) A tenant in possession of property, as distinguished from the actual owner. Ng− ê i së h÷ a, chiÕ m h÷ u
immerse(v.) To plunge or dip entirely under water or other fluid. ng© m, nhó ng d− í i n− í c
mystic(n.) One who professes direct divine illumination, or relies upon meditation to Ng− ê i thÇ n bÝ
acquire truth.
outburst(n.) A violent issue, especially of passion in an individual. phun l− ' bé t ph¸ t, bï ng næ ; cn
(giË n)
forecastle(n.) That part of the upper deck of a ship forward of the after fore-shrouds. PhÇ n tr−íc cña tµ u d−íi boong
metronome(n.) An instrument for indicating and marking exact time in music. m¸ y nhÞ p ()© m nh¹ c
offshoot(n.) Something that branches off from the parent stock. nh¸ nh, cµ nh; mé t phÇ n
catholicity(n.) Universal prevalence or acceptance. Bao trï m, phæ biÕ n, ré ng r∙ I,
® ¹ I l− î ng
ministration(n.) Any religious ceremonial. cø u gió p, ch¨ m sã c
polar(adj.) Pertaining to the poles of a sphere, especially of the ® Þ a cù c
employer(n.) One who uses or engages the services of other persons for pay. Chñ , ng− ê i sö dô ng lao ® é ng
enthusiastic(adj. Full of zeal and fervor. H¨ ng h¸ I nhiÖ t t× nh, say mª
)
furlong(n.) A measure, one-eighth of a mile. 1/8 mile
liqueur(n.) An alcoholic cordial sweetened and flavored with aromatic substances. r− î u mï i;
drawback(n) disadvantage bÊ t lî i
academician(n.) A member of an academy of literature, art, or science. ViÖ n sÜ
alien(n.) One who owes allegiance to a foreign government. xa l¹ ; n− í c ngoµ i
catastrophic disastrous; calamitous thm khè c; thª thm
yellowish hi vµ ng; vµ ng vµ ng
leviathan(n.) Any large animal, as a whale. qu¸ i vË t khæng lå; ng−êi cã uy
quyÒ n; tµ u lí n
sink(v) fall in come slowly; settle comfortably; cause to fall; forget, overlook ch× m, l¾ ng; ch× m ® ¾ m, ® am
mª ; suy gim; quª n, bá qua
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 monitory(n.) Admonition or warning. B¸ o tr− í c, khuyª n r¨ n
pregnancy.() cã thÎ e chiÕ m ® − î c
Comprehensible
violator(n.) One who transgresses. Ph¹ m luË t
effuse(v.) To pour forth. To ra (mï i thm)
fluctuate(v) vary irregularly; rise and fall; N fluctuation dao ® é ng;
outweigh(v.) To surpass in importance or excellence. nÆ ng hn; cã nhiÒ u t¸ c dô ng
becalm(v.) To make quiet. Lµ m yª n lÆ ng, ª m dÞ u
concurrence(n.) Agreement. ® å ng thê i, cï ng nhau
pep sø c sè ng; tinh thÇ n h¨ ng h¸ i,
s« i næ i
flipper ch© n chÌ o; bµ n tay
man-eater(n.) An animal that devours human beings. ¨ n thÞ t ng− ê i
disobedience(n.) Neglect or refusal to comply with an authoritative injunction. Kh« ng tu© n lÖ nh
decorate(v.) To embellish. Trang hoµ ng
nectarine(n.) A variety of the peach. Qu xu© n ® µ o
pageant(n.) A dramatic representation, especially a spectacular one. Ph« tr− ng rù c rì ;
credible(adj.) Believable. ® ¸ ng tin, cã uy tÝ n
warbler chim chÝ ch
invalid(n.) One who is disabled by illness or injury. Kh« ng hÖ p lª ; tµ n phÕ
eulogize(v.) To speak or write a laudation of a person's life or character. t¸ n d− ng, ca ngî i
immigrate(v.) To come into a country or region from a former habitat.
admissible(adj.) Having the right or privilege of entry. Cã thÓ thõ a nhË n, kÕ t n¹ p
onion V cñ hµ nh
gnash(v.) To grind or strike the teeth together, as from rage. NghiÕ n r¨ ng
dessert mã n tr¸ ng miÖ ng
auditorium thÝ nh phß ng
furlough(n.) A temporary absence of a soldier or sailor by permission of the commanding NghØ phÐ p
officer.
newsstand quÇ y b¸ n b¸ o
transferrer(n.) One who or that which conveys from one person or place to another. Ng− ê i nh− î ng l¹ i
inestimable(adj. Above price. V« gi¸
)
successful(adj.) Having reached a high degree of worldly prosperity.
sibilate(v.) To give a hissing sound to, as in pronouncing the letter s. ® ä c thµ nh © m xuý t
inexplicable(adj. Such as can not be made plain. Kh« ng thÓ giI thÝ ch ® − î c
)
significance(n.) Importance. ý nghÜ a; quan trä ng
aerostat(n.) A balloon or other apparatus floating in or sustained by the air. KhÝ cÇ u
seed h¹ t giè ng; tinh dÞ ch; gieo h¹ t,
gieo giè ng
forepeak(n.) The extreme forward part of a ship's hold, under the lowest deck.
inhospitable(adj. Not disposed to entertain strangers gratuitously. ko mÕ n kh¸ ch; ko ë ® − î c
)
presumption(n.) That which may be logically assumed to be true until disproved. ® IÒ u gi ® Þ nh; hµ nh vi t¸ o b¹ o
hanger-on(n.) A parasite. ký sinh; ¨ n b¸ m
stallion(n.) An uncastrated male horse, commonly one kept for breeding. Ngù a ® ù c
indivertible(adj.) That can not be turned aside. Kh« ng thÓ trÖ ch h− í ng
mass khè i, ® è ng
aqueduct(n.) A water-conduit, particularly one for supplying a community from a Cè ng n− í c
distance.
airy(adj.) Delicate, ethereal. Trª n cao; tho¸ ng khÝ
hose t− í i b» ng vß i; bÝ t tÊ t dµ i
squirrel tÝ ch tr÷ ; l« ng sã c
immaterial(adj.) Of no essential consequence. Kh« ng quan trä ng, vô n vÆ t
ought(n.) To be under moral obligation to be or do. nu« i
kerchief(n.) A square of linen, silk, or other material, used as a covering for the head or kh¨ n vu« ng; kh¨ n mï i soa
neck.
persuadable(adj. capable of influencing to action by entreaty, statement, or anything that cã thÓ thuyÕ t phô c ® − î c
) moves the
equivalent(adj.) Equal in value, force, meaning, or the like. T− ng ® − ng
dissonance(n.) Discord.
feudalism(n.) The feudal system. ChÕ ® é phong kiÕ n
forecast(v.) To predict.
autumnal(adj.) Of or pertaining to autumn.
gosling(n.) A young goose. ngç ng con
repulse(n.) The act of beating or driving back, as an attacking or advancing enemy. ®È y lïi, ®¸ nh lui; phn ®èi kÞ ch
liÖ t, tho¸ I th¸ c
akin(adj.) Of similar nature or qualities. HI giè ng, nan n¸ ; thué c bµ
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 con, cã hä
engraft(v.) To set or implant deeply and firmly. GhÐ p c© y
transfuse(v.) To pour or cause to pass, as a fluid, from one vessel to another. Rã t sang, ® æ sang, truyÒ n sang
ballad(n.) Any popular narrative poem, often with epic subject and usually in lyric Khó c balat; bµ I balat
form.
(adj.) Small in quantity or importance. nhá bÐ ; ko ® ¸ ng kÓ
duteous(adj.) Showing submission to natural superiors. biÕ t v© ng lê i; cã ý thø c s½ n
sµ ng, chÊ p hµ nh n/v
orate(v.) To deliver an elaborate or formal public speech. DiÔ n thuyÕ t
spinous(adj.) Having spines. Cã gai
denouement(n.) That part of a play or story in which the mystery is cleared up. KÕ t cô c, kÕ t ® o¹ n
alternate(n.) One chosen to act in place of another, in case of the absence or incapacity of xen kÏ , lu© n phiª n; ng−êi thay
that other. thÕ
salvo(n.) A salute given by firing all the guns, as at the funeral of an officer. Chµ o mõ ng hoan nghª nh
introversion(n.) The act of turning or directing inward, physically or mentally. lå ng vµ o trong; h− í ng vµ o néi
t© m
impracticable(ad Not feasible. ko kh thi
j.)
senses.() Gi¸ c quan; tri g¸ c cm gi¸ c
disarrange(v.) To throw out of order. lé n xé n; x¸ o tré n
pretension(n.) A bold or presumptuous assertion. kú vä ng; tù phô , khoe khoang
reslience(n.) The power of springing back to a former position Nhanh chã ng thÝ ch nghi
workmanship(n. The art or skill of a workman. ng− ê i lao ® é ng
)
tar h¾ c Ý n, nhùa ®−êng; b«i h¸ c Ý n;
r∙ i nhù a ® − ê ng
convoy(n.) A protecting force accompanying property in course of transportation. Hé tè ng, hé vÖ
habitat m« i tr− ê ng sè ng; chç ë
electrotype(n.) A metallic copy of any surface, as a coin. M¹ ;
baste(v.) To cover with melted fat, gravy, while cooking. phÕ t mì ; rã t nÕ n
phonic(adj.) Pertaining to the nature of sound. ng÷ © m
appellate(adj.) Capable of being appealed to. kh¸ ng ¸ n
vituperable(adj.) Deserving of censure. ® ¸ ng chö i rñ a; ® ¸ ng tho¸ m¹
petrify turn to stone; cause to become stonelike; stun or paralyze lµ m s÷ ng sê , chÕ t ® iÕ ng; tª
liÖ t; biÕ n thµ nh ® ¸
wholly(adv.) Completely. toµ n bé , hoµ n toµ n
hexangular(adj.) Having six angles. 6 gã c
derivation(n.) That process by which a word is traced from its original root or primitive Nguå n gè c; ® iÒ u chÕ , dÉ n
form and meaning. xuÊ t; thuyÕ t tiÕ n ho¸
lyric(adj.) Fitted for expression in song. Th tr÷ t× nh
unlawful(adj.) Illegal. ph¹ m luË t
bass(adj.) Low in tone or compass. giä ng trÇ m
access(n.) A way of approach or entrance; passage. Lè i vµ o; triÒ u d© ng; t¨ ng
(adj.) Tending to prevent or relieve non-inflammatory spasmodic affections. Thuè c ch÷ a co th¾ t
dissipation(n.) The state of being dispersed or scattered. Tiª u tan; uæ ng phÝ
riddance(n.) The act or ridding or delivering from something undesirable. gii tho¸ t
superintend(v.) To have the charge and direction of, especially of some work or movement. tr« ng nom, gi¸ m s¸ t
disobedient(adj. Neglecting or refusing to obey. ko tu© n lÖ nh
)
moderator(n.) The presiding officer of a meeting. Chñ to¹
elusion(n.) Evasion.
retouch(v.) To modify the details of. Sö a l¹ i
handy khÐ o tay; thuË n tiÖ n, dÔ sö
dô ng
espy(v.) To keep close watch. tr« ng thÊ y, nhË n thÊ y
pedigree(n.) One's line of ancestors. ph hÖ , dß ng giè ng
matter(of) fact n. Something that has actual and undeniable existence or reality. Cã y/n; cã t/c quan trä ng
possess(v.) To own. Së h÷ u; ¸ m nh
Supplementary
version(n.) A description or report of something as modified by one's character or bn dÞ ch; lè i gii thÝ ch; phã ng
opinion. t¸ c
leisure(n.) Spare time. Rç i r∙ I, th− nhµ n
lowly(adv.) Rudely. TÇ m th− ê ng; hÌ n mä n
dialect(n.) Forms of speech collectively that are peculiar to the people of a particular Thæ ng÷
district.
turtle con ba ba, ® å i må i, rï a
inadvisable(adj.) Unadvisable. Kh« ng thÝ ch hî p
brine(n.) Water saturated with salt. n− í c mÆ n
seduce(v.) To entice to surrender chastity. QuyÕ n rò , dô dç
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 vermin(n.) A noxious or troublesome animal. s© u h¹ i; ® é ng vË t cã h¹ i
overreact phn ø ng d÷ dé i
retention(n.) The keeping of a thing within one's power or possession. gi÷ l¹ i, cÇ m l¹ i; së h÷ u
moderation(n.) Temperance. TiÕ t chÕ , ® IÒ u ® é
ought(n.) To be under moral obligation to be or do. nu« i
aquarium bÓ nu« i c¸
indulgence(n.) The yielding to inclination, passion, desire, or propensity in oneself or nu« ng chiÒ u; ®Æ c © m; gia h¹ n;
another. ham mª , miÖ t mµ i
soldier(n.) A person engaged in military service.
annunciation(n.) Proclamation. c« ng bè
canon(n.) Any rule or law. tiª u chuÈ n; luË t lÖ
obsolescent(adj. Passing out of use, as a word. cò ® i; teo ® i
)
skepticism(n.) The entertainment of doubt concerning something. hoµ i nghi
thereabout(adv.) Near that number, quantity, degree, place, or time, approximately. vï ng l© n cË n; x© p xØ
matricide(n.) The killing, especially the murdering, of one's mother. té i giÕ t mÑ
defendant(n.) A person against whom a suit is brought. bÞ ® ¬ n; bÞ kiÖ n
hardihood(n.) Foolish daring. t¸ o b¹ o, gan d¹ ; tr¬ tr¸ o; c¶ n
trë
albeit(conj.) Even though.
recidivist(n.) A confirmed criminal. t¸ i ph¹ m
sapience(n.) Deep wisdom or knowledge. kh« n khÐ o; kh« n ngoan
microscopy(n.) The art of examing objects with the microscope. dï ng kiÕ n hiÓ n vi
exit(n.) A way or passage out.
irritancy(n.) The quality of producing vexation. V irritate l¸ m c¸ u
reclusory(n.) A hermitage. È n sÜ
disobedient(adj. Neglecting or refusing to obey. ko tu© n lÖ nh
)
predominate(v.) To be chief in importance, quantity, or degree. chiÕ m − u thÕ ; tré i h¬ n
arrogant(adj.) Unduly or excessively proud, as of wealth, station, learning, etc. kiª u c¨ ng; ng¹ o m¹ n
superlative(n.) That which is of the highest possible excellence or eminence. bË c nhÊ t
ecstatic(adj.) Enraptured. mª ly; ng© y ngÊ t; xuÊ t thÇ n
alder(n.) Any shrub or small tree of the genus Alumnus, of the oak family. c© y tæ ng qu¶ n sñ i
intension(n.) The act of stringing or stretching, or state of being strained. quyÕ t t© m cao; m∙ nh liÖ t; cao
cao
inedible(adj.) Not good for food. ko ¨ n ® − î c
contender(n.) One who exerts oneself in opposition or rivalry. ® è i thñ
extremity(n.) The utmost point, side, or border, or that farthest removed from a mean ® Ç u, mò i; bÊ t h¹ nh té t ® é
position.
memorable(adj.) Noteworthy. ® ¸ ng ghi nhí ; ko quª n
posse(n.) A force of men. lù c l− î ng m¹ nh
interposition(n.) A coming between. ® Æ t vµ o gi− ∙ ; can thiÖ p
hernia(n.) Protrusion of any internal organ in whole or in part from its normal position. chø ng rué t sa
hypodermic(adj. Pertaining to the area under the skin. d− í i da (mò i tª n, kim tiª m ..)
)
incidentally(adv. Without intention. ngÉ u nhiª n; nh© n tiÖ n
)
specialty(n.) An employment limited to one particular line of work. ® Æ c tr− ng; ® Æ c biÖ t
separate(v.) To take apart.
dead-heat(n.) A race in which two or more competitors come out even, and there is no ng− ê i ® ai xem ca nh¹ c, ® i tµ u
winner. ko mÊ t tiÒ n
prescript(adj.) Prescribed as a rule or model. s¾ c lÖ nh
submission(n.) A yielding to the power or authority of another. khuÊ t phô c; tr× nh diÖ n; ý kiÕ n
magnet(n.) A body possessing that peculiar form of polarity found in nature in the nam ch© m; vË t cã søc cuèn hót
lodestone.
nebula(n.) A gaseous body of unorganized stellar substance. tinh v© n; chø ng m¾ t kÐ o m© y
obsequies(n.) Funeral rites. ® ¸ m ma
pavilion(n.) An open structure for temporary shelter. dù ng r¹ p; che lÒ u; r¹ p, lÒ u
deviltry(n.) Wanton and malicious mischief. yª u thuË t
disinherit(v.) To deprive of an inheritance. t− í c quyÒ n thõ a kÕ
peninsular(adj.) Pertaining to a piece of land almost surrounded by water. b¸ n ® ¶ o
locomotion(n.) The act or power of moving from one place to another. vË n ® é ng; di ® é ng
immigrate(v.) To come into a country or region from a former habitat.
virtu(n.) Rare, curious, or beautiful quality. ® å cæ ; ® å mü nghÖ
amateur(adj.) Practicing an art or occupation for the love of it, but not as a profession.
dissonance(n.) Discord.
petulance(n.) The character or condition of being impatient, capricious or petulant. nã ng n¶ y, hay hê n dç i
wintry(adj.) Lacking warmth of manner. thué c mï a ® « ng; l¹ nh lÏ o
corporal(adj.) Belonging or relating to the body as opposed to the mind. th© n thÓ , th© n x¸ c
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 regality(n.) Royalty. vu− ¬ ng què c; hoµ ng gia
foursome(adj.) Consisting of four. nhã m 4 ng− ê i, trË n ® Ê u g« n
gi÷ a hai cÆ p
irritable(adj.) Showing impatience or ill temper on little provocation. dÔ c¸ u; c¸ u kØ nh.
opulent(adj.) Wealthy. Giµ u cã ; phong phó .
accurate (adj.) Conforming exactly to truth or to a standard. ® ó ng ® ¾ n; chÝ nh x¸ c.
collapsible(adj.) That may or can collapse. Cã thÓ gË p l¹ i, xÕ p l¹ i ®− î c.
continuous(adj.) Connected, extended, or prolonged without separation or interruption of liª n tô c; kh« ng ngõ ng.
sequence.
demulcent(n.) Any application soothing to an irritable surface Thuè c lµ m dÞ u chø ng viª m.
conservatory(n.) An institution for instruction and training in music and declamation. Ng− ê i ch¬ i vi« l« ngxen.
repentance(n.) Sorrow for something done or left undone, with desire to make things right Sù ¨ n n¨ n; sù hè i lç i.
by undoing the wr
acoustic(adj.) Pertaining to the act or sense of hearing. Thué c © m thanh, thÝ nh gi¸ c.
intervale(n.) A low tract of land between hills, especially along a river. vï ng lß ng ch¶ o
beau(n.) An escort or lover. nÞ nh ® Ç m;¨ n mÆ c diª m dó a.
happy-go- Improvident. Hoang phÝ .
lucky(adj.)
(n.) The right or privilege of voting. Phß ng thñ ; b¶ o vÖ
Pan- Including or pertaining to the whole of America, both North and South. Liª n Mü .
American(adj.)
Decameron(n.) A volume consisting of ten parts or books.
defensive(adj.) Carried on in resistance to aggression. Phß ng thñ ; b¶ o vÖ
sebaceous(adj.) Pertaining to or appearing like fat. B∙ nhê n.
biped(n.) An animal having two feet. §é ng vË t hai ch© n.
tannery(n.) A place where leather is tanned. X− ë ng thué c da.
disrupt(v.) To burst or break asunder. ph¸ vì , bÎ gÉ y.
undulate (v.) To move like a wave or in waves. nhÊ p nh« ; dË p dê n
isothermal(adj.) Having or marking equality of temperature. ®− ê ng d¼ ng nhiÖ t .
theism(n.) Belief in God. ThuyÕ t h÷ u thÇ n.
relapse(v.) To suffer a return of a disease after partial recovery. t¸ i ph¸ t bÖ nh.
gaiety(n.) Festivity. Cué c liª n hoan.
quintet (n.) Musical composition arranged for five voices or instruments. Ngò tÊ u
bawl(v.) To proclaim by outcry. Nã i oang oang.
nutriment(n.) That which nourishes. ChÊ t dinh d− ì ng.
nevertheless(con Notwithstanding. Tuy nhiª n.
j.)
hypocrisy(n.) Extreme insincerity. §¹ o ® ø c gi¶ .
admittance(n.) Entrance, or the right or permission to enter. Sù thu n¹ p; nhË n vµ o.
befriend(v.) To be a friend to, especially when in need. Gió p ® ì .
proficiency(n.) An advanced state of acquirement, as in some knowledge, art, or science. Sù tµ i giá i; thµ nh thô c.
pervious(adj.) Admitting the entrance or passage of another substance. dÔ thÊ m qua; x© m nhË p.
theological(adj.) Based on or growing out of divine revelation. ThÇ n hä c.
depth(n.) Deepness. §é s© u; ® é dµ y.
barcarole (n.) A boat-song of Venetian gondoliers. Bµ i h¸ t ® ß ® − a; khó c ® ß .
foreordination(n Predestination. §Þ nh mÖ nh; sù bæ nhiÖ m
.) tr− í c.
coercive(adj.) Serving or tending to force. Ð p bué c; c− ì ng bø c.
energetic(adj.) Working vigorously. M¹ nh mÏ ; m∙ nh liÖ t.
inversion(n.) Change of order so that the first shall become last and the last first. Sù lé n ng− î c; ® ¶ o ng− î c.
interlude(n.) An action or event considered as coming between others of greater length. Giê gi¶ i lao.
regalia(n.) pl. The emblems of royalty. BiÓ u tr− ng vµ y phô c cuA¶
hoµ ng gia.
magnificent(adj. Grand or majestic in appearance, quality, or action. Tr¸ ng lÖ ; nguy nga.
)
refringent(adj.) Having the power to refract. ChiÕ t quang.
ramose(adj.) Branch-like. Cã nhiÒ u cµ nh nh¸ nh.
dejection(n.) Melancholy. Buå n n¶ n; thÊ t vä ng.
breech(n.) The buttocks. Kho¸ nß ng.
referee(n.) An umpire. Trä ng tµ i.
educe(v.) To draw out. Ró t ra.
resistant(adj.) Offering or tending to produce resistance. Kh¸ ng cù ; chÞ u ® ù ng.
encore(n.) The call for a repetition, as of some part of a play or performance. Hat l¹ i; mó a l¹ i.
picayune(adj.) Of small value. §å ng tiÒ n lÎ ; ng− ê i tÇ m
th− ê ng.
reformer(n.) One who carries out a reform. Ng− ê i chñ tr− ¬ ng c¶ i c¸ ch.
comparable(adj. Fit to be compared. cã thÓ so s¸ nh ®− î c.
)
conferee(n.) A person with whom another confers. Ng− ê i dù hé i nghÞ .
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 Anglo-Saxon(n.) The entire English race wherever found, as in Europe, the United States, or dß ng ¡ng-l« -x¾ -x« ng.
India.
anemometer(n.) An instrument for measuring the force or velocity of wind. ThiÕ t bÞ ® o giã .
hysteria(n.) A nervous affection occurring typically in paroxysms of laughing and Sù qu¸ khÝ ch; cuå ng lo¹ n.
crying.
inflexible(adj.) That can not be altered or varied. Cøng r¾ n; kh«ng nh© n nh−îng.
excrescence(n.) Any unnatural addition, outgrowth, or development. Chç sï i.
gamble(v.) To risk money or other possession on an event, chance, or contingency. Cué ®¸ nh b¹ c; viÖ c m¹ o hiÓ m.
neo-Latin(n.) Modernized Latin. TiÕ ng La tinh mí i.
promenade(v.) To walk for amusement or exercise. §i d¹ o.
illiberal(adj.) Stingy. HÑ p hß i; bÇ n tiÖ n.
affix(v.) To fasten. §ã ng(dÊ u); ký (tª n, )
islet(n.) A little island. Hß n ® ¶ o nhá ; vï ng biÑ t lË p.
operative(adj.) Active. Cã hiÖ u lù c; thù c tÕ .
trio(n.) Three things grouped or associated together. Bé ba; tam ca.
underworld(n.) Hades. §Þ a ngô c.
overture(n.) An instrumental prelude to an opera, oratorio, or ballet. Sù ® µ m ph¸ n; th− ¬ ng l− î ng.
Martian(adj.) Pertaining to Mars, either the Roman god of war or the planet. thué c sao Ho¶ .
vacate(v.) To leave. Bá kh« ng.
convergent(adj.) Tending to one point. Hé i tô .
accusatory(adj.) Of, pertaining to, or involving an accusation. Bué c té i; tè c¸ o.
typify(v.) To serve as a characteristic example of. §iÓ n h× nh.
meliorate(v.) To make better or improve, as in quality or social or physical condition. C¶ i thiÖ n.
brigand(n.) One who lives by robbery and plunder. KÎ c− í p.
circumference(n The boundary-line of a circle. §− ê ng trß n; chu vi.
.)
permanent(adj.) Durable. Th− ê ng xuyª n; vÜ nh cö u.
ridiculous(adj.) Laughable and contemptible. Lè bÞ ch; lè l¨ ng.
ligament(n.) That which binds objects together. Rµ ng bué c; d© y ch» ng.
preferment(n.) Preference. Sù th¨ ng cÊ p; ® Ò b¹ t.
incandescence(n The state of being white or glowing with heat. Sù nã ng s¸ ng.
.)
ration(v.) To provide with a fixed allowance or portion, especially of food. H¹ n chÕ l− ¬ ng thù c.
reservoir(n.) A receptacle where a quantity of some material, especially of a liquid or gas, Kho dù tr÷ ; nguå n cung cÊ p.
may be kept.
transcontinental( Extending or passing across a continent. Xuyª n lô c ® Þ a.
adj.)
tendency(n.) Direction or inclination, as toward some objector end. Xu h− í ng; khuynh h− í ng.
thoroughfare(n.) A public street or road. §− ê ng phè lí n.
enkindle(v.) To set on fire. nhã m lö a; kÝ ch ® é ng.
peddler(n.) One who travels from house to house with an assortment of goods for retail. Ng− ê i b¸ n rong.
verily(adv.) In truth. thù c; ® Ý ch thù c.
theocrasy(n.) The mixed worship of polytheism.
demonstrator(n.) One who proves in a convincing and conclusive manner. Ng− ê i chø ng minh.
obtrusive(adj.) Tending to be pushed or to push oneself into undue prominence. Ð p bué c; lµ m phiÒ n.
reliant (adj.) Having confidence. tin cË y; tÝ n nhiÖ m.
obstinacy(n.) Stubborn adherence to opinion, arising from conceit or the desire to have b− í ng bØ nh; ngoan cè .
one's own way.
hydroelectric(ad Pertaining to electricity developed water or steam. Thuû ® iÖ n.
j.)
irreligious(adj.) Indifferent or opposed to religion. kh« ng tÝ n ng− ì ng.
overlord(n.) One who holds supremacy over another. L∙ n chó a.
aggress(v.) To make the first attack. G© y sù ; g© y hÊ n.
misunderstand(v To Take in a wrong sense.
.)
optics(n.) The science that treats of light and vision, and all that is connected with Quang hä c.
sight.
transverse(adj.) Lying or being across or in a crosswise direction. n» m ngang.
missal(n.) The book containing the service for the celebration of mass. Kinh s¸ ch.
diagnose(v.) To distinguish, as a disease, by its characteristic phenomena. ChÈ n ® o¸ n.
pyx(n.) A vessel or casket, usually of precious metal, in which the host is preserved. hé p ® ù ng b¸ nh th¸ nh.
luminosity(n.) The quality of giving or radiating light. tÝ nh sang; ® é s¸ ng.
mockery(n.) Ridicule.
afire(adv.) & adj. On fire, literally or figuratively. rù c ch¸ y; bõ ng bõ ng.
duckling(n.) A young duck. VÞ t con
divisible(adj.) Capable of being separated into parts. cã thÓ chia ® − î c.
unnecessary(adj. Not essential under the circumstances.
)
contuse(v.) To bruise by a blow, either with or without the breaking of the skin. lµ m giË p.
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 intricate(adj.) Difficult to follow or understand. r¾ c rè i; phø c t¹ p.
needy(adj.) Being in need, want, or poverty. nghÌ o tó ng.
secretive(adj.) Having a tendency to conceal. giÊ u giÕ m; gi÷ kÏ .
jugglery(n.) The art or practice of sleight of hand. Trß tung hø ng; trß lõ a g¹ t.
rein(n.) A step attached to the bit for controlling a horse or other draft-animal. d© y c− ¬ ng.
Stoicism (n.) The principles or the practice of the Stoics-being very even tempered in Chñ nghÜ a xt« c.
success and failure.
transference(n.) The act of conveying from one person or place to another. sù di chuyÓ n; chuyÓ n nh− î ng
chronometer(n.) A portable timekeeper of the highest attainable precision. ® å ng hå bÊ m giê , cr« n« met
clairvoyance(n.) Intuitive sagacity or perception. s¸ ng suè t
inglorious(adj.) Shameful. kh« ng vinh quang; nhô c nh∙
sergeant-at- An executive officer in legislative bodies who enforces the orders of the
arms(n.) presiding of
epicycle(n.) A circle that rolls upon the external or internal circumference of another (to¸ n hä c) Epixic, ngo¹ i lu© n
circle.
radiate(v.) To extend in all directions, as from a source or focus. tá a ra;ph¸ t ra; ph¸ t x¹
invariable(adj.) Unchangeable.
foreman(n.) The head man. qu¶ n ® è c, ® è c c« ng;chñ tÞ ch
bå i thÈ m ® oµ n.
subterranean(adj Situated or occurring below the surface of the earth. ë d− í i mÆ t ® Ê t; kÝ n, bÝ mË t
.)
prophesy(v.) To predict or foretell, especially under divine inspiration and guidance. tiª n ® o¸ n; tiª n tri
indigestion(n.) Difficulty or failure in the alimentary canal in changing food into absorptive (y hä c) chø ng khã tiª u
nutriment.
arrear(n.) Something overdue and unpaid. viÖ c ® ang lµ m dë ; nî ch− a tr¶
derisible(adj.) Open to ridicule.
designate(v.) To select or appoint, as by authority. chØ râ ,® Þ nh râ ;chØ ® Þ nh,bæ
nhiÖ m;® Æ t tª n, gä i tª n
granule(n.) A small grain or particle. hé t nhá
altitude(n.) Vertical distance or elevation above any point or base-level, as the sea. ® é cao; ®− ê ng cao
dead.()
reliance(n.) Dependence.
involuntary(adj.) Unwilling. kh« ng cè ý ; v« t× nh
physiocracy(n.) The doctrine that land and its products are the only true wealth.
antipathize(v.) To show or feel a feeling of antagonism, aversion, or dislike.
free(trade) n. Commerce unrestricted by tariff or customs.
upcast(n.) A throwing upward. sù phã ng lª n,nÐ m lª n
ascendant(adj.) Dominant. cã − u thÕ ; uy lù c
technique(n.) Manner of performance.
exemplar(n.) A model, pattern, or original to be copied or imitated. g− ¬ ng mÉ u, mÉ u mù c; vË t
t− ¬ ng tù
fiducial(adj.) Indicative of faith or trust. chuÈ n, lÊ y lµ m c¬ së so s¸ nh
pestilence(n.) A raging epidemic. BÖ nh dÞ ch h¹ ch
vociferance(n.) The quality of making a clamor.
ostentation(n.) A display dictated by vanity and intended to invite applause or flattery. Sù ph« tr− ¬ ng; khoe khoang
twinge(n.) A darting momentary local pain. Sù ®au nhãi; nhøc nhèi;c¾ n røt
felicitate(v.) To wish joy or happiness to, especially in view of a coming event. Khen ngî i; chó c mõ ng
deceive(v.) To mislead by or as by falsehood. lõ a ® ¶ o; l− ê ng g¹ t
amour(n.) A love-affair, especially one of an illicit nature.
aural(adj.) Of or pertaining to the ear. ChuyÖ n yª u ® − ¬ ng
laureate(adj.) Crowned with laurel, as a mark of distinction. §− î c gi¶ i th− ë ng
statuesque(adj.) Having the grace, pose, or quietude of a statue. nh− t− î ng; ® Ñ p, nghiª m nh−
t− î ng
Norman(adj.) Of or peculiar to Normandy, in northern France. Ng− ê i Noã c-m¨ ng
outlaw(n.) A habitual lawbreaker. ng− ê i sè ng ngoµ i vß ng ph¸ p
luË t; kÎ c− í p; con ngù a bÊ t
kham
extensible(adj.) Capable of being thrust out. Cã thÓ kÐ o th¼ ng,kÐ o dµ i, gia
h¹ n
procrastination( Delay. Sù tr× ho∙ n
n.)
pusilanimous(ad Without spirit or bravery.
j.)
incombustible(a That can not be burned. Kh« ng ch¸ y ® − î c
dj.)
legislator(n.) A lawgiver. Ng− ê i lµ m luË t
vendition(n.) The act of selling.
boll(n.) A round pod or seed-capsule, as a flax or cotton. (Thù c vË t hä c) qu¶ nang
cudgel(n.) A short thick stick used as a club. Dï i cui; gË y
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 metempsychosis Transition of the soul of a human being at death into another body, whether ThuyÕ t lu© n hå i
(n.) human or
predominant(adj Superior in power, influence, effectiveness, number, or degree. ChiÕ m − u thÕ ; tré i h¬ n h¼ n
.)
dragoon(n.) In the British army, a cavalryman. Kþ binh;ng− ê i hung d÷
indignant(adj.) Having such anger and scorn as is aroused by meanness or wickedness. PhÉ n né ; c¨ m phÉ n
extravagant(adj. Needlessly free or lavish in expenditure. phung phÝ ; ng« ng cuå ng
)
obstruction(n.) Hindrance.
undervalue(v.) To underestimate. ® ¸ nh gi¸ thÊ p; coi rÎ , khinh
th− ê ng
demerit(n.) A mark for failure or bad conduct. KhuyÕ t ® iÓ m; ® iÒ u lÇ m lç i
pertinacity(n.) Unyielding adherence. TÝ nh ngoan cè , cè chÊ p
mordacious(adj. Biting or giving to biting. ¨ n mß n; ® ay nghiÕ n, ch© m
) chä c
maltreat(v.) To treat ill, unkindly, roughly, or abusively. ng− î c ® ∙ i; hµ nh h¹
foolery(n.) Folly. Sù d¹ i dé t; ngu xuÈ n; trß hÒ
aerostatics(n.) The branch of pneumatics that treats of the equilibrium, pressure, and KhÝ cÇ u hä c
mechanical propertie
demonstrable(ad Capable of positive proof. Cã thÓ chø ng minh ®− î c
j.)
foreigner(n.) A citizen of a foreign country.
metallurgy(n.) The art or science of extracting a metal from ores, as by smelting. LuyÖ n kim
existence(n.) Possession or continuance of being. Sù tå n t¹ i
rigorous(adj.) Uncompromising. nghiª m kh¾ c; kh¾ t khe; kh¾ c
nghiÖ t; kh¾ c khæ
alabaster(n.) A white or delicately tinted fine-grained gypsum. Th¹ ch cao tuyÕ t hoa
alternative(n.) Something that may or must exist, be taken or chosen, or done instead of
something else.
infirmary(n.) A place for the reception or treatment of the sick. BÖ nh viÖ n
forego(v.) To deny oneself the pleasure or profit of. lo¹ i bá ; kiª ng
speculator(n.) One who makes an investment that involves a risk of loss, but also a chance KÎ ® Ç u c¬ tÝ ch tr÷ ; ng− êi hay
of profit. suy ® o¸ n
preference(n.) An object of favor or choice. Sù − u ® ∙ i; − u tiª n
believe(v.) To accept as true on the testimony or authority of others.
duplex(adj.) Having two parts. kÐ p
awaken(v.) To arouse, as emotion, interest, or the like. Thø c giÊ c; nhË n ra
disown(v.) To refuse to acknowledge as one's own or as connected with oneself. Kh« ng c« ng nhË n; tõ bá, tuyÖ t
giao
emerge(v.) To come into view or into existence. næ i lª n; tho¸ t khá i
necropolis(n.) A city of the dead. B∙ i tha ma; nghÜ a ® Þ a
sergeant- The highest non-commissioned officer in a regiment. Th− î ng sÜ
major(n.)
refringency(n.) Power to refract.
theorize(v.) To speculate. t¹ o ra lý thuyÕ t; lý luË n
sergeant(n.) A non-commissioned military officer ranking next above a corporal. Trung sÜ ; h¹ sÜ c¶ nh s¸ t
brae(n.) Hillside. Bê dè c; s− ê n ® å i
ado(n.) unnecessary activity or ceremony. Sù khã nhä c, c« ng sø c; hè i h¶
lifelong(adj.) Lasting or continuous through life. Suè t ® ê i
dolor(n.) Lamentation. Nç i ® au buå n; ® au th− ¬ ng
contiguity(n.) Proximity. Sù tiÕ p gi¸ p; liª n t− ë ng
masquerade(n.) A social party composed of persons masked and costumed so as to be D¹ hé i ho¸ trang
disguised.
polyarchy(n.) Government by several or many persons of what- ever class.
dutiful(adj.) Obedient. biÕ t v© ng lê i, kÝ nh trä ng
dissect(v.) To cut apart or to pieces. mæ xÎ , gi¶ i phÉ u, c¾ t ra tõ ng
m¶ nh
embezzle(v.) To misappropriate secretly. Tham « ; biÓ n thñ
pervert(n.) One who has forsaken a doctrine regarded as true for one esteemed false. Ng−êi h− háng; lÇ m ®−êng l¹ c
lè i
expulsion(n.) Forcible ejection. Sù trô c xuÊ t, (y hä c) sù sæ thai
dissolve(v.) To liquefy or soften, as by heat or moisture. ph© n huû , tan r∙ , hoµ tan; gi¶ i
t¸ n; tÈ y
blase(adj.) Sated with pleasure.
actionable(adj.) Affording cause for instituting an action, as trespass, slanderous words. Cung cÊ p ® Ç y dñ lý do cho
mé t vô kiÖ n
divergent(adj.) Tending in different directions. ph© n kú ; bÊ t ® å ng( ý kiÕ n)
intolerable(adj.) Insufferable.
name.()
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 lifelike(adj.) Realistic. Giè ng nh− thË t
entwine(v.) To interweave. bÖ n, tÕ t; « m; quÊ n
inroad(n.) Forcible encroachment or trespass. Sù x© m nhË p; vô ® é t nhË p
Protestant(n.) A Christian who denies the authority of the Pope and holds the right of Ng−êi theo ®¹ o tin lµ nh; ng−êi
special judgment. ph¶ n kh¸ ng
commemorate(v To serve as a remembrance of. kû niÖ m; t− ë ng nhí
.)
bacterium(n.) A microbe. vi khuÈ n
garrote(v.) To execute by strangling.
dialogue(n.) A formal conversation in which two or more take part. Cué c ® è i tho¹ i; t¸ c phÈ m,
® o¹ n v¨ n ® è i tho¹ i
Scriptural(adj.) Pertaining to, contained in, or warranted by the Holy Scriptures. phï hî p ví i kinh th¸ nh; thué c
kinh th¸ nh
esquire(n.) A title of dignity, office, or courtesy. ¤ng, ngµ i( ghi trª n th− )
visual(adj.) Perceptible by sight. nh× n; thué c( thÞ gi¸ c)
insistent(adj.) Urgent. kh¨ ng kh¨ ng, nµ i nØ ; nhÊ n
m¹ nh
counterfeit(adj.) Made to resemble something else. gi¶ m¹ o; gi¶ vê
homologous(adj. Identical in nature, make-up, or relation. t− ¬ ng ø ng; ® å ng ® ¼ ng
)
archdeacon(n.) A high official administrator of the affairs of a diocese. phã gi¸ m mô c
arborescent(adj. Having the nature of a tree. cã h× nh c© y; cã d¹ ng c© y gç
)
inebriate(v.) To intoxicate. lµ m mª mÈ n
demobilize(v.) To disband, as troops. Gi¶ i ngò
cranium(n.) The skull of an animal, especially that part enclosing the brain. (gi¶ i phÉ u)sä
changed.()
nectar(n.) Any especially sweet and delicious drink. MË t hoa; r− î u tiª n
ogre(n.) A demon or monster that was supposed to devour human beings. yª u tinh; ng− ê i tµ n ¸ c
vista(n.) A view or prospect. ViÔ n c¶ nh; triÓ n vä ng
plenteous(adj.) Abundant. sung tó c; då i dµ o; phong phó
protrusion(n.) The act of protruding. Sù thß ra, nh« ra, lå i ra
masonry(n.) The art or work of constructing, as buildings, walls, etc., with regularly NghÒ thî nÒ ; hé i Tam §iÓ m
arranged stones.
idealize(v.) To make to conform to some mental or imaginary standard. Lý t− ë ng ho¸
curio(n.) A piece of bric-a-brac. §å cæ
proctor(n.) An agent acting for another. Gi¸ m thÞ
renunciation(n.) An explicit disclaimer of a right or privilege. Sù tõ bá ; hy sinh
disbeliever(n.) One who refuses to believe. kh« ng tin; hoµ i nghi
doublet(n.) One of a pair of like things. ¸ o chÏ n ® µ n « ng; bé ® « i
legging(n.) A covering for the leg. Sù ® i bé
necessary(adj.) Indispensably requisite or absolutely needed to accomplish a desired result.
optic(n.) Pertaining to the eye or vision. (® ï a cî t) con m¾ t; c¸ i vß i(
c¾ m vµ o chai)
luxuriance(n.) Excessive or superfluous growth or quantity. Sù sum suª ; phå n thÞ nh;phong
phó ; hoa mü
overthrow(v.) To vanquish an established ruler or government. LË t ®æ; ®¹ p ®æ; ®¸ nh b¹ i hoµ n
toµ n
piccolo(n.) A small flute. S¸ o nhá
fetus(n.) The young in the womb or in the egg. Bµ o thai
disciple(n.) One who believes the teaching of another, or who adopts and follows some M« n ® å ; hä c trß ; ® å ® Ö cñ a
doctrine. Giª -xu
dexterity(n.) Readiness, precision, efficiency, and ease in any physical activity or in any Sù khÐ o tay; khÐ o lÐ o
mechanical work
grantee(n.) The person to whom property is transferred by deed. Ng− ê i ® − î c h− ë ng trî cÊ p;
ng− ê i ® − î c h− ë ng quyÒ n
chuyÓ n nh− î ng
similitude(n.) Similarity. Sù sè ng; sù so s¸ nh; b¶ n sao
insight(n.) Intellectual discernment. Sù nh× n thÊ u ®− î c bª n trong;
hiÓ u biÕ t s© u s¾ c; s¸ ng suè t
pincers(n.) An instrument having two lever-handles and two jaws working on a pivot. C¸ i k× m; cµ ng cua
socialism(n.) A theory of civil polity that aims to secure the reconstruction of society.
ponder(v.) To meditate or reflect upon. Suy nghÜ , c© n nh¾ c
pyrotechnic(adj. Pertaining to fireworks or their manufacture. ph¸ o hoa; s¾ c s¶ o, hã m hØ nh
)
resent(v.) To be indignant at, as an injury or insult. phÉ n uÊ t, o¸ n giË n; bù c bé i
monogamy(n.) The habit of pairing, or having but one mate. ChÕ ® é mé t vî mé t chå ng
wearisome(adj.) Fatiguing. mÖ t nhä c; ch¸ n ng¾ t, tÎ nh¹ t
litigious(adj.) Quarrelsome. kiÖ n tô ng; tranh chÊ p
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 sequel(n.) That which follows in consequence of what has previously happened. §o¹ n tiÕ p theo, hË u qu¶ , ¶ nh
h− ë ng; kÕ t luË n
indolence(n.) Laziness. Sù l− ê i biÕ ng
proportionate(ad Being in proportion. C© n xø ng, c© n ® è i
j.)
prepossession(n. A preconceived liking. thiª n kiÕ n
)
symphony(n.) A harmonious or agreeable mingling of sounds. B¶ n nh¹ c giao h− ë ng; khó c
nh¹ c
unyoke(v.) To separate. cë i ¸ ch( bß , ngù a); nghØ lµ m
viÖ c
anxious(adj.) Distressed in mind respecting some uncertain matter. lo l¾ ng, b¨ n kho¨ n
utmost(n.) The greatest possible extent. â a nhÊ t, cuè i cï ng; v« cï ng,
cù c ® iÓ m
misty(adj.) Lacking clearness mï s− ¬ ng; m¬ hå , n− í c ® « i
frontier(n.) The part of a nation's territory that abuts upon another country. biª n gií i; gií i h¹ n
superfluity(n.) That part of anything that is in excess of what is needed. sè thõ a; vË t kh« ng cÇ n thiÕ t
successor(n.) One who or that which takes the place of a predecessor or preceding thing. ng− ê i nè i nghiÖ p, nè i ng« i,
thõ a tù
entrails(n.) pl. The internal parts of an animal. rué t, lß ng
lifetime(n.) The time that life continues. cué c ® ê i
collision(n.) Violent contact. Sù xung ® é t, va ch¹ m
perception(n.) Knowledge through the senses of the existence and properties of matter or Sù nhË n thø c, tri gi¸ c; thu thuÕ
the external
antechamber(n.) A waiting room for those who seek audience. phß ng ngoµ i
laudation(n.) High praise. Lê i t¸ n d− ¬ ng, ca ngî i
abed(adv.) In bed; on a bed. ë trª n gi− ê ng
defraud(v.) To deprive of something dishonestly. ¨ n gian, lõ a g¹ t
wile(n.) An act or a means of cunning deception. m− u mÑ o, m− u ch− í c
hinder(v.) To obstruct. c¶ n trë ; g© y trë ng¹ i
accouter(v.) To dress. mÆ c, b¨ ng bã ; xÕ p hµ ng; trang
trÝ
nowadays(adv.) In the present time or age.
comprehension( Ability to know. Sù nhË n thø c
n.)
interrogatory(n.) A question or inquiry. c© u há i, lê i thÈ m vÊ n
crockery(n.) Earthenware made from baked clay. b¸ t ® Ü a sµ nh
bomb(n.) A hollow projectile containing an explosive material. qu¶ bom
faun(n.) One of a class of deities of the woods and herds represented as half human, thÊ n ® å ng ¸ ng( cã sõ ng vµ cã
with goats feet. ® u« i)
economize(v.) To spend sparingly. tiÕ t kiÖ m
forecourt(n.) A court opening directly from the street. s© n tr− í c; s© n ngoµ i
exhale(v.) To breathe forth. to¶ ra; tró t
purloin(v.) To steal. ¨ n c¾ p; ¨ n tré m
irradiance(n.) Luster. sù s¸ ng chã i; chiÕ u, rä i
knighthood(n.) Chivalry. tinh thÇ n hiÖ p sÜ ; t− í c hÇ u
journalize(v.) To keep a diary. ghi nhË t ký
reprehand(v.) To find fault with.
payee(n.) A person to whom money has been or is to be paid. Ng− ê i ® − î c tr¶ tiÒ n
juggle(v.) To play tricks of sleight of hand. tung hø ng; lõ a bÞ p
preemption(n.) The right or act of purchasing before others. Sù mua ® − î c tr− í c, quyÒ n − u
tiª n mua tr− í c
sophisticate(v.) To deprive of simplicity of mind or manner. nguþ biÖ n, lµ m gi¶ , xuyª n t¹ c
understate(v.) To fail to put strongly enough, as a case. b¸ o c¸ o kh« ng ® ó ng sù thË t
animalcule(n.) An animal of microscopic smallness. vi sinh vË t
corpse(n.) A dead body. x¸ c chÕ t, thi hµ i
abhorrence(n.) The act of detesting extremely. sù ghe të m, ghÐ t cay ghÐ t
® ¾ ng
resource(n.) That which is restored to, relied upon, or made available for aid or support. ph− ¬ ng kÕ , thñ ® o¹ n; sù gi¶ i
trÝ
incinerate(v.) To reduce to ashes. ho¶ t¸ ng, thiª u
chronology(n.) The science that treats of computation of time or of investigation and niª n ® ¹ i hä c, b¶ ng niª n ® ¹ i
arrangement of events
complicate(v.) To make complex, difficult, or hard to deal with. lµ m phø c t¹ p, r¾ c rè i
reseat(v.) To place in position of office again. trang bÞ ghÕ mí i
aforesaid(adj.) Said in a preceding part or before. ®∙ nã i tr− í c ® © y
frailty(n.) Liability to be broken or destroyed. dì vì , má ng m¶ nh, tÝ nh yÕ u
® uè i, b¹ c nh−îc; khuyÕ t ®iÓ m
premier(adj.) First in rank or position. nhÊ t, ® Ç u
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 quite(adv.) Fully. hoµ n toµ n, hÊ u hÕ t
authentic(adj.) Of undisputed origin. x¸ c thù c, ® ¸ ng tin
impliable(adj.) Capable of being inferred.
sequestrate(v.) To confiscate. tÞ ch thu, sung c« ng
left-handed(adj.) Using the left hand or arm more dexterously than the right. thuË n tay tr¸ i, vô ng vÒ ; kh« ng
thµ nh thù c
annual(adj.) Occurring every year.
cosmology(n.) The general science of the universe. vò trô hä c
observant(adj.) Quick to notice. tinh m¾ t, tinh ý
divulgence(n.) A divulging. sù tiÕ t lé
asexual(adj.) Having no distinct sexual organs. v« tÝ nh
noiseless(adj.) Silent. im lÆ ng, yª n ¾ ng
insignificance(n. Lack of import or of importance. kh« ng quan trä ng, tÇ m th−êng
)
legalize(v.) To give the authority of law to. hî p ph¸ p ho¸ , c« ng nhË n,
chø ng nhË n
baritone(adj.) Having a register higher than bass and lower than tenor. giä ng nam trung; ® µ n, kÌ n
barit« n
constituency(n.) The inhabitants or voters in a district represented in a legislative body. cö tri
apology(n.) A disclaimer of intentional error or offense. biÖ n b¹ ch, xin lç i
hypnotize(v.) To produce a somnambulistic state in which the mind readily acts on th« i miª n
suggestions.
variant(n.) A thing that differs from another in form only, being the same in essence or biÕ n thÓ
substance.
reflector(n.) A mirror, as of metal, for reflecting light, heat, or sound in a particular g− ¬ ng ph¶ n x¹ , vË t ph¶ n
direction. quang
aurora(n.) A luminous phenomenon in the upper regions of the atmosphere. ¸ nh hå ng ló c b× nh minh, ¸ nh
ban mai, cù c quang
ferocious(adj.) Of a wild, fierce, and savage nature. d÷ t¬ n, hung ¸ c, tµ n b¹ o
criterion(n.) A standard by which to determine the correctness of a judgment or tiª u chuÈ n
conclusion.
contrive(v.) To manage or carry through by some device or scheme. s¸ ng chÕ ra, trï tÝ nh, xoay së ,
lo liÖ u
scribe(n.) One who writes or is skilled in writing. ng− ê i biÕ t viÕ t; ng− ê i chÐ p
thuª , nhµ luË t hä c vµ thÇ n Do
th¸ i hä c
innovate(v.) To introduce or strive to introduce new things. s¸ ng kiÕ n; tiÕ n hµ nh ® æ i mí i
pleasant(adj.) Agreeable.
Jingo(n.) One of a party in Great Britain in favor of spirited and demonstrative foreign phÇ n tö S« -vanh hiÕ u chiÕ n
policy.
trait(n.) A distinguishing feature or quality. ® Æ c ® iÓ m
proceed(v.) To renew motion or action, as after rest or interruption. tiÕ n lª n, theo ® uæ i; tiÕ p tô c
irresistible(adj.) That can not be successfully withstood or opposed. hÊ p dÉ n kh« ng thÓ c− ì ng l¹ i
®−îc
emphasis(n.) Any special impressiveness added to an utterance or act, or stress laid upon sù nhÊ n m¹ nh, sù bèi rèi, tÇ m
some word. quan trä ng
reflectible(adj.) Capable of being turned back.
preferable(adj.) More desirable than others. ® ¸ ng thÝ ch h¬ n
negligent(adj.) Apt to omit what ought to be done. cÈ u th¶ , l¬ ® Ô nh
contradictory(ad Inconsistent with itself. mÊ u thuÉ n, tr¸ i ng− î c; lý sù
j.) cï n
stanchion(n.) A vertical bar, or a pair of bars, used to confine cattle in a stall. cé t trô , cä c bué c só c vË t
lactation(n.) The secretion of milk. sù sinh ra s÷ a, sù cho bó
taxation(n.) A levy, by government, of a fixed contribution. Sù ® ¸ nh thuÕ , hÖ thè ng thuÕ
distillation(n.) Separation of the more volatile parts of a substance from those less volatile. sù cÊ t, tinh tuý
bulrush(n.) Any one of various tall rush-like plants growing in damp ground or water. cá nÕ n, c© y bÊ c, c© y cá khØ
brimstone(n.) Sulfur. l− u huú nh
treacherous(adj. Perfidious. ph¶ n bé i, bé i b¹ c, dè i tr¸
)
forby(adv.) Besides. ngoµ i ra
miniature(adj.) Much smaller than reality or that the normal size. thu nhá l¹ i
light- Free from care. vui vÎ , v« t− lù
hearted(adj.)
venous(adj.) Of, pertaining to, or contained or carried in a vein or veins. tÜ nh m¹ ch
crystallize(v.) To bring together or give fixed shape to. kÕ t tinh, r¾ c ®− ê ng kÝ nh, lµ m
cho râ rµ ng
monopoly(n.) The control of a thing, as a commodity, to enable a person to raise its price. ® é c quyÒ n
polyhedron(n.) A solid bounded by plane faces, especially by more than four. khè i ® a diÖ n
dispensation(n.) That which is bestowed on or appointed to one from a higher power. sù ph© n phè i, sù s¾ p ® Æ t, sù
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manliness(n.) The qualities characteristic of a true man, as bravery, resolution, etc. vÎ ®µ n «ng, tÝ nh ®µ n «ng( ®µ n
bµ ); tÝ nh hïng dòng, m¹ nh mÏ
juridical(adj.) Assumed by law to exist. ph¸ p lý
confluent(n.) A stream that unites with another. hî p dß ng, gÆ p nhau
flue(n.) A smoke-duct in a chimney. è ng khã i, è ng h¬ i
perfumery(n.) The preparation of perfumes. n− í c hoa, x− ë ng chÕ biÕ n
n− í c hoa
remonstrant(adj. Having the character of a reproof. cã ý khuyª n can
)
preeminence(n.) Special eminence. tÝ nh − u viÖ t
therefor(adv.) For that or this. vÒ viÖ c ® ã
infinity(n.) Boundless or immeasurable extension or duration. v« cù c, v« tË n
boatswain(n.) A subordinate officer of a vessel, who has general charge of the rigging, viª n qu¶ n lý neo buå m
anchors, etc.
muffle(v.) To deaden the sound of, as by wraps. bä c ñ , quÊ n; bit, bã p nghÑ t,
lµ m cho bí t kª u
morality(n.) Virtue. ® ¹ o ® ø c, gi¸ o lý ; ® ø c h¹ nh,
nh© n c¸ ch
permutation(n.) Reciprocal change, different ordering of same items. sù ® æ i trË t tù ; ho¸ n vÞ
inexperience(n.) Lack of or deficiency in experience. sù thiÕ u kinh nghiÖ m
benignity(n.) Kindness of feeling, disposition, or manner. lß ng tè t, lß ng nh© n tõ
hemorrhoids(n.) pl. Tumors composed of enlarged and thickened blood-vessels, at the lower bÖ n trÜ
end of the rectum
pinchers(n.) An instrument having two jaws working on a pivot. c¸ k× m
belle(n.) A woman who is a center of attraction because of her beauty, hoa kh« i
accomplishments, etc.
subservience(n.) The quality, character, or condition of being servilely following another's Sù gió p Ý ch, phôc vô; sù khóm
behests. nó m, quþ luþ
discolor(v.) To stain. ® æ i mµ u, lµ m b¹ c mµ u
heifer(n.) A young cow. bª c¸ i
naphtha(n.) A light, colorless, volatile, inflammable oil used as a solvent, as in ligorin, dÇ u má
manufacture of paints.
foreclose(v.) To bar by judicial proceedings the equitable right of a mortgagor to redeem tuyª n bè mÊ t quyÒ n lî i; tÞ ch
property. thu tµ i s¶ n
bulbous(adj.) Of, or pertaining to, or like a bulb. h× nh cñ
grievous(adj.) Creating affliction. ® au khæ , ® au ® í n; trÇ m trä ng
consolidate(v.) To combine into one body or system. cñ ng cè , hî p nhÊ t, thè ng nhÊ t
ingratitude(n.) Insensibility to kindness. sù v« ¬ n b¹ c nghÜ a
athirst(adj.) Wanting water. khao kh¸ t, kh¸ t
possible(adj.) Being not beyond the reach of power natural, moral, or supernatural.
morphology(n.) the science of organic forms. h× nh th¸ i hä c
speculate(v.) To pursue inquiries and form conjectures. suy ® o¸ n, ® Ç u c¬
presentient(adj.) Perceiving or feeling beforehand. cã linh c¶ m
violoncello(n.) A stringed instrument held between the player's knees. ® µ n vi« l« ngxen
pitiful(adj.) Wretched. th− ¬ ng h¹ i, nhá mä n
wavelet(n.) A ripple. sã ng gî n l¨ n t¨ n, lµ n sãng h¬i
qu¨ n(tã c)
bedeck(v.) To cover with ornament. trang trÝ , trang ® iÓ m
upheave(v.) To raise or lift with effort. næ i lª n, næ i dË y
intercessor(n.) A mediator. ng− ê i xin giï m, nã i giï m;
ng− ê i m« i gií i, trung gian
possessive(adj.) Pertaining to the having, holding, or detention of property in one's power or së h÷ u, chiÕ m h÷ u, kh− kh−
command. gi÷ cñ a
absence(n.) The fact of not being present or available. sù v¾ ng mÆ t, ® iÓ m danh, thiÕ u
alteration(n.) Change or modification. sù thay ® æ i, sö a ® æ i
misdeed(n.) A wrong or improper act. hµ nh ® é ng xÊ u, té i ¸ c
remodel(v.) Reconstruct. sö a ® æ i, tu sö a
auspice(n.) favoring, protecting, or propitious influence or guidance. che chë , b¶ o hé
brethren(n.) pl. Members of a brotherhood, gild, profession, association, or the like. anh em ® å ng nghiÖ p, dodß ng
bµ o
penurious(adj.) Excessively sparing in the use of money. tó ng thiÕ u, bñ n xØ n
evasion(n.) Escape. sù tho¸ i th¸ c, lÈ n tr¸ nh
tinge(n.) A faint trace of color. mµ u nhÑ , nÐ t tho¸ ng
panel(n.) A rectangular piece set in or as in a frame. pan« . bø c tranh
chastity(n.) Sexual or moral purity. sù trong tr¾ ng, trinh b¹ ch; gi¶ n
dÞ , mé c m¹ c
itinerate(v.) To wander from place to place. l− u ® é ng
involution(n.) Complication. ® iÒ u r¾ c rè i; phø c t¹ p
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 Antarctic(adj.) Pertaining to the south pole or the regions near it. Nam cù c
habitude(n.) Customary relation or association. thã i quen, tË p qu¸ n
wizen- Having a shriveled face.
faced(adj.)
junction(n.) The condition of being joined. sù nè i liÒ n, chç gÆ p nhau, ga
® Ç u mè i
betimes(adv.) In good season or time. kÞ p thê i, ® ó ng ló c
affect(v.) To act upon
numerical(adj.) Of or pertaining to number. sè , b» ng sè
contagious(adj.) Transmitting disease. l© y
monograph(n.) A treatise discussing a single subject or branch of a subject. chuyª n kh¶ o
trebly(adv.) Triply. ba lÇ n, gÊ p ba
barring(prep.) Apart from. trõ ra
bombardier(n.) An artillery man who has charge of mortars, bombs, and shells. ph¸ o thñ , ng− ê i c¾ t bom
dissentient(n.) One who disagrees. ng− ê i kh« ng t¸ n thµ nh quan
® iÓ m cñ a ® a sè
sufficiency(n.) An ample or adequate supply. sù ® Ç y ® ñ , kh¶ n¨ ng
waistcoat(n.) A vest. ¸ o ghi lª
consulate(n.) The place in which a consul transacts official business. toµ l∙ nh sù
liturgy(n.) A ritual. nghi thø c tÕ lÔ
mien(n.) The external appearance or manner of a person. d¸ ng ® iÖ u, phong c¸ ch, vÎ
mÆ t, dung nhan
defiant(adj.) Characterized by bold or insolent opposition. b− í ng bØ nh, ngang nh¹ nh, hå
nghi, ngê vù c
trivial(adj.) Of little importance or value. tÇ m th− ê ng, b× nh th− ê ng
intolerance(n.) Inability or unwillingness to bear or endure. tÝ nh kh« ng khoan dung, kh«ng
dung thø ; tÝ nh kh« ng chÞ u
®−îc
absurd(adj.) Inconsistent with reason or common sense. v« lý ; ngu xuÈ n, ngí ngÈ n
persevere(v.) To continue striving in spite of discouragements. kiª n nhÉ n, kiª n tr×
diatomic(adj.) Containing only two atoms. hai nguyª n tö , ® iaxit
landscape(n.) A rural view, especially one of picturesque effect, as seen from a distance or phong c¶ nh, tranh phong c¶ nh
an elevation.
intention(n.) That upon which the mind is set.
massive(adj.) Of considerable bulk and weight.
legitimacy(n.) Accordance with law. hî p ph¸ p, chÝ nh thè ng
census(n.) An official numbering of the people of a country or district. sù ® iÒ u tra d© n sè
liquidate(v.) To deliver the amount or value of. thanh lý , thanh to¸ n
idolize(v.) To regard with inordinate love or admiration. thÇ n t− î ng ho¸ , t« n sï ng
passible(adj.) Capable of feeling of suffering. dÔ c¶ m ® é ng, dÔ xó c ® é ng
infinite(adj.) Measureless. v« tË n, v« h¹ n, h» ng hµ sa sè
orthopedic(adj.) Relating to the correcting or preventing of deformity khoa chØ nh h× nh
pentavalent(adj.) Quinqeuvalent. ho¸ trÞ n¨ m
negation(n.) The act of denying or of asserting the falsity of a proposition. sù phñ ® Þ nh, phñ nhË n; cù
tuyÖ t, tõ chè i
kingling(n.) A petty king.
sibilant(adj.) Made with a hissing sound. © m xuý t
condensation(n.) The act or process of making dense or denser. sù ng− ng, tô ; c« ® ä ng (v¨ n)
polygamy(n.) the fact or condition of having more than one wife or husband at once. chÕ ® é nhiÒ u vî , nhiÒ u chå ng
bight(n.) A slightly receding bay between headlands, formed by a long curve of a chç uè n, chç cong; khó c uè n;
coast-line. vÞ nh
primer(n.) An elementary reading-book for children. s¸ ch vì lß ng
thesis(n.) An essay or treatise on a particular subject. luË n v¨ n, luË n ¸ n; luË n ® iÓ m,
luË n ® Ò
bigamy(n.) The crime of marrying any other person while having a legal spouse living. sù lÊ y hai vî , hai chå ng
propeller(n.) One who or that which propels. ch© n vÞ t, c¸ nh qu¹ t
principal(adj.) Most important. chÝ nh; chñ yÕ u
ensnare(v.) To entrap. bÉ y, gµ i bÉ y
gladden(v.) To make joyous. lµ m vui lß ng, sung s− í ng
pompous(adj.) Marked by an assumed stateliness and impressiveness of manner. hoa lÖ , tr¸ ng lÖ ; tù cao tù ® ¹ i
heptarchy(n.) A group of seven governments. sù thè ng trÞ bé b¶ y
interpreter(n.) A person who makes intelligible the speech of a foreigner by oral translation. ng− ê i tr× nh diÔ n, diÔ n xuÊ t;
gi¶ i thÝ ch; phiª n dÞ ch
mallet(n.) A wooden hammer. c¸ i vå
lassie(n.) A little lass. (th© n mË t)thiÕ u n÷ ; em yª u
quý
valediction(n.) A bidding farewell. sù tõ biÖ t, t¹ m biÖ t
specimen(n.) One of a class of persons or things regarded as representative of the class. h¹ ng ng− ê i, thø ng− ê i
mead(n.) A meadow. ® è ng cá
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 recessive(adj.) Having a tendency to go back. thô t lï i, lÆ n
logician(n.) An expert reasoner. nhµ l« gÝ c hä c
centimeter(n.) A length of one hundredth of a meter. xentimÐ t
irreversible(adj.) Irrevocable. kh« ng thÓ thay ® æ i ®− î c
intestine(n.) That part of the digestive tube below or behind the stomach, extending to the rué t
anus.
prescriptible(adj Derived from authoritative direction.
.)
scribble(n.) Hasty, careless writing. ch÷ viÕ t nguÖ ch ngo¹ c, cÈ u
th¶ ; t¸ c phÈ m v¨ n hä c xoµ ng
mongrel(n.) The progeny resulting from the crossing of different breeds or varieties. ng− ê i, chã , vË t, c© y lai
legionary(n.) A member of an ancient Roman legion or of the modern French Legion of qu© n lÝ nh, lÝ nh lª d− ¬ ng
Honor.
precedential(adj. Of the nature of an instance that may serve as a guide or basis for a rule.
)
complaisance(n. Politeness. tÝ nh dÔ d∙ i, © n cÇ n
)
irrigate(v.) To water, as land, by ditches or other artificial means. t− í i, rö a
inconsistent(adj. Contradictory. m© u thuÉ n
)
outlive(v.) To continue to exist after. sè ng sã t
aqueous(adj.) Of, pertaining to, or containing water. cã n− í c
incoercible(adj.) Incapable of being forced, constrained, or compelled. kh« ng nÐ n ®− î c
freemason(n.) A member of an ancient secret fraternity originally confined to skilled hé i viª n hé i Tam §iÓ n
artisans.
burgess(n.) In colonial times, a member of the lower house of the legislature of d© n thµ nh thÞ , ®¹ i biÓ u thÞ x∙
Maryland or Virginia.
Artesian(well) n. A very deep bored well. water rises due to underground pressure
Madonna(n.) A painted or sculptured representation of the Virgin, usually with the infant §ø c mÑ , t− î ng hay tranh §ø c
Jesus. mÑ ® å ng trinh
volitive(adj.) Exercising the will. tù nguyÖ n
folio(n.) A sheet of paper folded once, or of a size adapted to folding once. (ngµ nh in) khæ hai; sè tê
physique(n.) The physical structure or organization of a person. vã c ng− ê i, c¬ thÓ
dislocate(v.) To put out of proper place or order. lµ m trË t khí p; lµ m trô c trÆ c;
® æ i chç , chuyÓ n chç
leeward(n.) That side or direction toward which the wind blows. phÝ a d− í i giã
lying(n.) Untruthfulness. sù nã i dè i
covey(n.) A flock of quails or partridges. bÇ y gµ g« nhá
effeminacy(n.) Womanishness. eá l¶ , nhu nh− î c
militarism(n.) A policy of maintaining great standing armies. chñ nghÜ a qu© n phiÖ t, tinh thÇ n
th− î ng vâ
interrogative(adj Having the nature or form of a question. nghi vÊ n
.)
similar(adj.) Bearing resemblance to one another or to something else. t− ¬ ng tù , ® å ng d¹ ng
endear(v.) To cause to be loved. lµ m cho ® − î c yª u mÕ n, quý
trä ng
habitable(adj.) Fit to be dwelt in. cã thÓ ë ®− î c
ignominious(adj Shameful. xÊ u xa, ® ª tiÖ n; nhô c nh∙
.)
aeronautics(n.) the art or practice of flying aircraft hµ ng kh« ng hä c
excellent(adj.) Possessing distinguished merit.
unavoidable(adj. Inevitable. kh« ng thÓ tr¸ nh ®− î c
)
joust(v.) To engage in a tilt with lances on horseback. c− ì i ngù a ® Ê u th− ¬ ng
maze(n.) A labyrinth. mª cung
havoc(n.) Devastation. sù tµ n ph¸
retrace(v.) To follow backward or toward the place of beginning, as a track or marking. vÏ l¹ i, kÎ l¹ i; truy t× m gèc tÝ ch
betide(v.) To happen to or befall. x¶ y ® Õ n, x¶ y ra
decimal(adj.) Founded on the number 10. thË p ph© n
moonbeam(n.) A ray of moonlight. ¸ nh tr¨ ng
persist(v.) To continue steadfast against opposition. bÒ n bØ ; kh¨ ng kh¨ ng, cè chÊ p
inflammable(adj Easily set on fire or excited. dÔ ch¸ y, dÔ bÞ khÝ ch ® é ng
.)
postgraduate(adj Pertaining to studies that are pursued after receiving a degree. sau khi tè t nghiÖ p
.)
intelligence(n.) Capacity to know or understand.
account(n.) A record or statement of receipts and expenditures, or of business sæ s¸ ch kÕ to¸ n; tµ i kho¶ n
transactions.
Baconian(adj.) Of or pertaining to Lord Bacon or his system of philosophy.
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 daring(adj.) Brave. t¸ o b¹ o; dò ng c¶ m
chaos(n.) Any condition of which the elements or parts are in utter disorder and sù hç n ® é n; hç n lo¹ n
confusion.
broadcast(adj.) Disseminated far and wide. ®− î c truyÒ n ® i r« ng r∙ i, ®−îc
ph¸ t thanh
durance(n.) Confinement. sù cÇ m tï , giam cÇ m
modification(n.) A change. sù thay ® æ i, sù biÕ n thÓ
embolism(n.) An obstruction or plugging up of an artery or other blood-vessel. sù t¾ c m¹ ch, nghÏ n khÝ
inefficient(adj.) Not accomplishing an intended purpose. thiÕ u kh¶ n¨ ng, bÊ t tµ i; kh«ng
cã hiÖ u qu¶
off(adj.) Farther or more distant. khá i, c¸ ch, rê i
conspicuous(adj. Clearly visible. dÔ thÊ y, râ rµ ng
)
ready(adj.) In a state of preparedness for any given purpose or occasion. s½ n sµ ng
commissariat(n. The department of an army charged with the provision of its food and water cô c qu© n nhu; d© n uû
) and daily needs
financier(n.) One skilled in or occupied with financial affairs or operations. chuyª n gia tµ i chÝ nh, nhµ tµ i
phiÖ t
wampum(n.) Beads strung on threads, formerly used among the American Indians as chuç i vá sß (dï ng lµ m tiÒ n
currency. hoÆ c ® Ó trang sø c cñ a thæ d© n
Mü )
album(n.) A book whose leaves are so made to form paper frames for holding tË p ¶ nh, ® Ü a ghi bµ i h¸ t
photographs or the like.
ostracism(n.) Exclusion from intercourse or favor, as in society or politics. sù ph¸ t v∙ ng, khai trõ , tÈ y
chay
anonymous(adj. Of unknown authorship. v« danh, nÆ c danh
)
laxative(adj.) Having power to open or loosen the bowels. nhuË n trµ ng
appertain(v.) To belong, as by right, fitness, association, classification, possession, or cã quan hÖ ví i, thÝ ch hî p ví i
natural relation
seignoir(n.) A title of honor or respectful address, equivalent to sir.
intermission(n.) A recess. thê i gian ngõ ng, ló c t¹ m nghØ
philharmonic(ad Fond of music. yª u nh¹ c
j.)
marvel(v.) To be astonished and perplexed because of (something). ng¹ c nhiª n, tù há i
risible(adj.) capable of exciting laughter. hay c− ê i
countercharge(v. To accuse in return. ph¶ n c« ng
)
revise(v.) To examine for the correction of errors, or for the purpose of making ® ä c l¹ i, duyÖ t l¹ i; sö a ® æ i
changes.
disqualify(v.) To debar. t− í c quyÒ n, lo¹ i
valorous(adj.) Courageous. dò ng c¶ m
vegetation(n.) Plant-life in the aggregate. c© y cè i, thù c vË t; sù dinh
d− ì ng
formula(n.) Fixed rule or set form. thÓ thø c, c¸ ch thø c, c« ng thø c
antistrophe(n.) The inversion of terms in successive classes, as in "the home of joy and the hå i khó c
joy of home".
extradite(v.) To surrender the custody of. dÉ n ® é , ® − î c trao tr¶
futurist(n.) A person of expectant temperament. ng− ê i theo thuyÕ t vÞ lai
justice.() sù c« ng b» ng; c« ng lý , quan
toµ , thÈ m ph¸ n
deportment(n.) Demeanor. th¸ i ® é , c¸ ch c− xö ; ph¶ n ø ng
ho¸ hä c
academy(n.) Any institution where the higher branches of learning are taught. hä c viÖ n, viÖ n hµ n l© m
gynecocracy(n.) Female supremacy.
glimpse(n.) A momentary look. c¸ i nh× n l− í t qua; sù tho¸ ng
hiÖ n
jugular(adj.) Pertaining to the throat. (gi¶ i phÉ u) cæ
extempore(adv.) Without studied or special preparation. ø ng khÈ u
spontaneous(adj. Arising from inherent qualities or tendencies without external efficient tù ® é ng tù ý , tù ph¸ t
) cause.
Americanism(n. A peculiar sense in which an English word or phrase is used in the United
) States.
cygnet(n.) A young swan. con thiª n nga non
bibliomania(n.) The passion for collecting books. bÖ nh mª s¸ ch
donator(n.) One who makes a donation or present.
administrator(n. One who manages affairs of any kind. ng− ê i qu¶ n lý , ng− ê i cÇ m
) quyÒ n
nonpareil(n.) One who or that which is of unequaled excellence. ng− ê i, vË t cã mé t kh« ng hai
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 divert(v.) To turn from the accustomed course or a line of action already established. lµ m trª ch h− í ng; lµ m gi¶ i trÝ ,
tiª u khiÓ n
reaction(n.) Tendency towards a former, or opposite state of things, as after reform,
revolution, or inflat
pentagram(n.) A figure having five points or lobes. sao n¨ m c¸ nh
assonate(v.) To accord in sound, especially vowel sound.
furtherance(n.) Advancement. sù xó c tiÕ n
archaism(n.) Obsolescence. cæ , sù b¾ t ch− í c cæ
dun(v.) To make a demand or repeated demands on for payment. ® ß i nî , quÊ y rÇ y
irrefragable(adj. That can not be refuted or disproved. kh« ng thÓ phñ nhË n
)
spherometer(n.) An instrument for measuring curvature or radii of spherical surfaces. c¸ i ® o thÓ cÇ u
decameter(n.) A length of ten meters. ® ª camÐ t
peerage(n.) The nobility. hµ ng qó y té c, khanh t− í ng
foresee(v.) To discern beforehand. dù kiÕ n tr− í c
illogical(adj.) Contrary to the rules of sound thought. kh« ng l« gÝ c, phi lý
propulsion(n.) A driving onward or forward. sù thó c ® È y
nature.()
workmanlike(ad Like or befitting a skilled workman. khÐ o tay, khÐ o lÐ o
j
acquire(v.) To get as one's own. giµ nh ® − î c, ® ¹ t ® − î c
nunnery(n.) A convent for nuns. n÷ tu viÖ n
reunite(v.) To unite or join again, as after separation. hî p nhÊ t l¹ i, hoµ gi¶ i
eatable(adj.) Edible. ¨ n ®− î c
grindstone(n.) A flat circular stone, used for sharpening tools. ® ¸ mµ i
neural(adj.) Pertaining to the nerves or nervous system. thÇ n kinh
salience(n.) The condition of standing out distinctly. chç nh« ra, lå i ra; nÐ t næ i bË t
demonstrate(v.) To prove indubitably. chø ng minh, gi¶ i thÝ ch, bµ y tá
infamy(n.) Total loss or destitution of honor or reputation. ® iÒ u « nhô c, bØ æ i; sù mÊ t
quyÒ n c« ng d© n
inseparable(adj.) That can not be separated. kh« ng thÓ t¸ ch rê i, chia l× a
regent(n.) One who is lawfully deputized to administer the government for the time quan nhiÕ p chÝ nh; nh© n viª n
being in the name of the hé i ® å ng qu¶ n trÞ tr− ê ng ® ¹ i
hä c
personage(n.) A man or woman as an individual, especially one of rank or high station. nh© n vË t quan trä ng, ng− ê i cã
vai vÕ
competence(n.) Adequate qualification or capacity. n¨ ng lù c, kh¶ n¨ ng; thÈ m
quyÒ n
stagnation(n.) The condition of not flowing or not changing. sù ® × nh trÖ , ® × nh ® è n, t× nh
tr¹ ng ø ® ä ng
sacrificial(adj.) Offering or offered as an atonement for sin. có ng thÇ n; có ng tÕ
irresponsible(adj Careless of or unable to meet responsibilities. thiÕ u tinh thÇ n tr¸ ch nhiÖ m;
.) kh« ng chÞ u tr¸ ch nhiÖ m
frowzy(adj.) Slovenly in appearance. h« i h¸ m, nhÕ ch nh¸ c
disquiet(v.) To deprive of peace or tranquillity. disregard v. To take no notice of. lµ m kh« ng an t© m, b¨ n kho¨ n,
lo l¾ ng
dishabille(n.) Undress or negligent attire. sù ¨ n mÆ c xuÒ nh xoµ ng
omission(n.) Exclusion. Sù bá sã t, bá quª n
feudal(adj.) Pertaining to the relation of lord and vassal. phong kiÕ n
outstretch(v.) To extend. kÐ o dµ i ra, tr¶ i dµ i ra, më réng
transfigure(v.) To give an exalted meaning or glorified appearance to. biÕ n h× nh, biÕ n d¹ ng; lµ m r¹ ng
rì nÐ t mÆ t

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