Lesson 1

to supply someone with the weapons, gear, and attire necessary for military service

The recruits were accoutered with rifles, helmets, and tactical packs.

an additional item or clothing for a specific activity

The soldier's uniform was complete with all necessary accouterments, including a helmet, rifle, and canteen.

a small party of people within a larger one who have different thoughts and opinions

causing or tending to cause disagreements or arguments

to spread bad and awful commentaries about someone in order to damage their reputation

The media often vilifies public figures for minor mistakes.

the action of damaging someone's reputation by portraying them as unfriendly and awful

a room where one can relax in a private house

The family spent their evenings in the parlor, reading books and having conversations.

the group of elected representatives whose responsibility is to create, amend, and discuss laws or address political matters

The parliament convened to debate the proposed healthcare reform bill.

to slowly fade and disappear completely from one's view or memory

The smoke from the extinguished candle began to evanesce into the air.

the quality of swiftly fading away from one's vision or memory

fading out of existence, mind, or sight quickly

The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, with its vibrant colors vanishing as night fell.

a goal that one wants to achieve

Her main objective is to complete the project by the end of the month.

an individual who displays their disagreement with something or someone

to make payment to someone for the service they have provided

Employers are responsible for remunerating employees for their work based on agreed-upon terms.

the amount of payment given to someone for the service they provided

done outside the normal legal procedures or court system

The extrajudicial detention of the activist raised concerns about human rights violations.

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

The chef's culinary skills were extraordinary, creating dishes that delighted the palate.

to forcefully remove a person of authority or power from their position

The citizens united to overthrow the corrupt leader and establish a new government.

to cause a person or thing to come across as less significant

His older brother's achievements in sports overshadowed his own academic success in the family.