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Vocabulary building words from the Netflix series Lucifer, just loads of interesting and intriguing words not related to coursework....

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English words from Lucifer

rectify, put right or correct lavish, luxurious sumptuous gorgeous malevolent, sinister, malignant benevolent, wholesome, warm hearted confide, reveal a secret or private matter to someone while trusting that the will not repeat it to somebody else elusive, difficult to find, catch or achieve revelation, a surprising and previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others startle, cause to feel sudden shock or alarm, frighten intermission, pause, break, interlude fierce, having or displaying a violent or ferocious aggressiveness brimming, almost overflowing contosion, bruise expedite, make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly. expedient, (of an action) convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral. frivolously, not having any serious purpose or value. berate, scold or criticize (someone) angrily. (many synonyms) feeble, lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness. procure, obtain (something), especially with care or effort. diligence, careful and persistent work or effort. wretched, (of a person) in a very unhappy or unfortunate state. poor quility. used to express anger or annoyance. capricious, given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour. inconstant

resounding, unmistakable; emphatic. (of a sound) loud enough to reverberate. agnostic, a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God. nihilistic, rejecting all religious and moral principles in the belief that life is meaningless. grievances, complaint caused by unfair treatment or wrongdoing. klagomål culpability, responsibility for a fault or wrong; blame. culinary, of or for cooking. gratify, give (someone) pleasure or satisfaction. stoic, a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. mellow, (especially of a sound, flavour, or colour) pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness. sever, divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly. or put end to ravishing, delightful; entrancing. gorgeous omission, someone or something that has been left out or excluded. maim/maiming, wound or injure (a person or animal) so that part of the body is permanently damaged. unrequited, (of a feeling, especially love) not returned. obesvarad perplexing, completely baffling; very puzzling. förbryllande dung, the excrement of animals; manure; faeces ostracized, exclude from a society or group limelight the focus of public attention dilate, expande, enlarge illicit, forbidden by law, rules, or custom. contraband, goods that are brought into or taken out of the country secretly and illegally fuss, a display of unnecessary or excessive excitement, activity, or interest. or to worry accountability, responsibility

momentous, of great importance or significance, especially in having a bearing on future events. awry, away from the usual/expected course, or being askew (not correct position) broody, laying eggs for a hen or being in deep thoughts impetuous, acting or done quickly and without thought or care, impulsive. or moving forcefully discerning, having or showing good judgement. refine maternity, motherhood, parenthood matrimony, the state of being married; marriage. trample, tread on and crush. treat with contempt. fluke, an unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck. morose, sullen and ill-tempered, gloomy sullen and ill-tempered. radiant, adjective, bright scintillating, sparkling or shining brightly or brilliantly and excitingly clever or skilful. euphemism, a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. modicum, a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something desirable or valuable. atone, make amends or reparation. sona resent, feel bitterness or indignation at (a circumstance, action, or person). tantrum, an uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child. gruesome, causing repulsion or horror; grisly. reverence, deep respect for someone or something. or regard with deep respect irrigation,the supply of water to land or crops to help growth, typically by means of channels. reciprocate, respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one. myopic, short-sighted. lacking foresight or intellectual insight. myopisk mediate, intervene in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation.

amenity, a desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place. the pleasantness or attractiveness of a place. flounder, struggle or stagger clumsily in mud or water. or struggle severely diabolical, characteristic of the Devil, or so evil as to recall the Devil. extreme dreaded, regarded with great fear or apprehension. covenant, an agreement. proprietary, relating to an owner or ownership. scuffle, a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. farcical, relating to or resembling farce, especially because of absurd or ridiculous aspects. ludicrous, so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing. farcical, preposterous devious, showing a skilful use of underhand tactics to achieve goals. dishonorable, deceitful deviant, departing from usual or accepted standards, especially in social or sexual behaviour. impede, delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; hinder. enigmatic, difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious. enigma, a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand. uncanny, strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way. preternatural tenant, a person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord. hyresgest, arrendator brink, the extreme edge of land before a steep slope or a body or water. a point at which something, typically something unwelcome, is about to happen; the verge. begrudge, envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of (something). hell-bent, determined to achieve something at all costs. amicably, in a friendly and peaceable manner. drivel, nonsense or talk nonsense reprimand, a formal expression of disapproval. adept, very skilled or proficient at something. incredulous (of a person or their manner) unwilling/unable to believe something. disbelieving

ubiquitous, present, appearing, or found everywhere. revile,criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner divulge, make known (private or sensitive information). disclose corroborate, confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding). bekräfta, bestyrka ratify, sign or give formal consent, making it officially valid. ratificera, bekräfta strained, showing signs of nervous tension or tiredness. unbridled, uncontrolled; unconstrained. inherently, in a permanent, essential, or characteristic way. inneboende prodigal, spending money or using resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant. prepostreous, contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous. duplicitous, adjective for deceitful disthrought, very worried and upset. egregious. outstandingly bad; shocking. insatiable, (of an appetite or desire) impossible to satisfy callous, showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others. heartless. okänslig,valkig encite, encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behaviour). encourage, egnite crux, the decisive or most important point at issue. essence emissary, a person sent as a diplomatic representative on a special mission. emissarie, sändebud patronize, treat with an apparent kindness which betrays a feeling of superiority. penance, punishment inflicted on oneself as an outward expression of repentance for wrongdoing. repent, feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one's wrongdoing or sin. tardiness. the quality or fact of being late; lateness. proverbial, (of a word or phrase) referred to in a proverb or idiom. ordspråkstartat

incur, become subject to (something unwelcome or unpleasant) as a result of one's own behaviour or actions, suffer meddle, interfere in something that is not one's concern. itenary, a planned route or journey. elude, escape from or avoid (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skilful or cunning way. or, (of an achievement or something desired) fail to be attained by (someone). sedative, a drug taken for its calming or sleep-inducing effect. tranquilizer laboiteny, a surgical operation involving incision into the prefrontal lobe of the brain, formerly used to treat mental illness. eons/aeons, an indefinite and very long period of time. serrated, having or denoting a jagged edge; sawlike. pawn,chess piece of little value, a person used by others for their own purposes. gloat, dwell on one's own success or another's misfortune with smugness or malignant pleasure. provocative, causing anger or another strong reaction, especially deliberately. abscond, leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to escape from custody or avoid arrest. endow, give or bequeath an income or property to (a person or institution). provide with a quality, ability, or asset. appendenge, a thing that is added or attached to something larger or more important. bihang, tillbehör subordinate, lower in rank or position. trifle, treat without seriousness or respect. lucid, expressed clearly; easy to understand. bright or luminous endearing, inspiring affection. adorable obsequious, obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree. ulterior (motive), existing beyond what is obvious or admitted; intentionally hidden. decor, the furnishing and decoration of a room. imperative, of vital importance; crucial. giving an authoritative command; peremptory.

insolent, showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect. debacle, a sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco. uptight anxious or angry in a tense and overly controlled way. upmost, most extreme; greatest. untoward, unexpected and inappropriate or inconvenient. albeit, though excessively, to a greater degree or in greater amounts than is necessary, normal, or desirable; inordinately. vanity, excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements.self-conceit, fåfänglighet gullible, easily persuaded to believe something; credulous. impressionable, easily influenced. malleable, (of a metal or other material) able to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking or cracking. easily influenced; pliable. adamant refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. waiver , an act or instance of waiving a right or claim. vacuous, having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless. yearning, a feeling of intense longing for something. desire notion, a conception of or belief about something. or an inclination, desire proclivity. a tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition towards a particular thing. innocuous, not harmful or offensive, harmless accost, approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively. tilltalla pretentious, attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed. sanctuary, refuge or safety from pursuit, persecution, or other danger. brazen, bold and without shame. overbearing, unpleasantly overpowering.

riveting, completely engrossing; compelling enthralling, capturing and holding one's attention; fascinating. endearment, a word or phrase expressing love or affection. bona fide, genuine; real. consolation, the comfort received by a person after a loss or disappointment diligent, having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. deferential, showing deference; respectful. discontented, dissatisfied, especially with one's circumstances. sporadic, occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated. sporadisk tenacious, tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely./ determined hedonistic, engaged in the pursuit of pleasure; sensually self-indulgent. commemorate, mark or celebrate (an event or person) by doing or producing something. or recall and show respect for something, someone redact, edit paper for publication, censor or obscure (part of a text) for legal or security purposes. incarnate, embody or represent (a deity or spirit) in human form. insinuate, suggest or hint (something bad) in an indirect and unpleasant way. kindred, similar in kind; related. or synonym for family semblance ,the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. resentful, feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly. piqued, arouse (interest or curiosity). feel irritated or resentful entitled, believing oneself to be inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment. vigour, physical strength and good health. insipid, lacking flavour; weak or tasteless. lacking vigour or intrest torrid, very hot and dry. (british) full of difficulty.

olive branch, an offer of reconciliation. disembowel, cut open and remove the internal organs of. eviscerate deranged, mad:insane damnation, condemnation to eternal punishment in hell depravity, moral corruption; wickedness sordid, involving immoral or dishonourable actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt wickedly, in a in a way that is evil or morally wrong or in a playfully mischievous manner nefarious. (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal. travesty, a false, absurd, or distorted representation of something atrocity, an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury. dastardly, wicked and cruel. vile, extremely unpleasant, wicked pilfer steal (things of little value). detest, dislike intensely. abhor, hate, loathe, abhor ,abominate. execrate loathe, feel intense dislike or disgust for. sanctimonious, making a show of being morally superior to other people. smug, self satisfied, feeling superior Mischievous, to cause trouble in a playful way, or action/statement causing or intending to cause harm rascal, mischievous or cheeky person, especially a man (used in an affectionate way). pesky, causing trouble, annoying vex, to be annoying or irritating miscreant a person who has done something wrong or unlawful charlatan, a person falsely claiming to have a special knowledge or skill. malcontent, a person who is dissatisfied and rebellious.

amotory, relating to or induced by sexual love or desire. incorrigible, (of a person or their behaviour) not able to be changed or reformed. prudent, acting with or showing care and thought for the future. wise incontinent, having no or insufficient voluntary control over urination or defecation.lacking self-restraint; uncontrolled. malpractice, improper, illegal, or negligent professional behaviour. wrongdoing falter, lose strength or momentum. or become, hesitantly/ unsteadily waver, move in a quivering way; flicker.or become weaker, falter vacillate, waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive. illuminate, light up, brighten traipse, walk or move wearily or reluctantly. jilt, suddenly reject or abandon (a lover). abode, a place of residence; a house or home. offspring, child dimwit, stupid or silly person fungly so ugly that it is funny homunculus very small human carnal, relating to physical, especially sexual, needs and activities. salacious, having or conveying undue or indecent interest in sexual matters. occupational hazard, a risk accepted as a consequence of a particular occupation. revelry, lively and noisy festivities, especially when these involve drinking a large amount of alcohol. pontificate, express one's opinions in a pompous and dogmatic way. provonence, the place of origin or earliest known history of something, groovy, fashionable and exciting. itinerary, a planned route or journey.

tread carefully, To delicately handle or approach a situation in order not to upset or worsen the current circumstances, which may beprecarious here's to another trip around the sun spill the bean, to tell people secret information quid pro quo, a favour or advantage granted in return for something. latin ‘something for something’ in absentia, in absence deus ex machina, god from the machine, from ancient greek and roman drama, a person or thing that solve an insoluble situation...