Advanced English Words

 

Have you conquered the basics of English vocabulary? Do you find yourself comfortable with everyday conversations, but struggle to express more complex ideas? If so, welcome to advanced English vocabulary! The more words you know, the more things and experiences you can name, which helps a lot if you want to become a writer or conversationalist.

20 Advanced Words

Below are 20 advanced words in English that will help you communicate more effectively. Try to incorporate several words each week into your conversations or writings or speech.

Abate- To reduce in intensity
Aberration- A deviation from the norm
Abstruse -Difficult to understand
Acquiesce- To accept something reluctantly but without protest
Alacrity- Cheerful readiness
Ameliorate- To make better or improve
Anachronism- Something out of place in time
Antithesis- The exact opposite of something
Apocryphal -Of doubtful authenticity
Arcane -Known or understood by very few
Assiduous- Showing great care and perseverance
Austere -Severe or strict in manner
Avarice- Extreme greed for wealth
Beguile -To charm or enchant deceptively
Belie- To give a false impression
Belligerent- Hostile and aggressive
Benevolent -Well-meaning and kindly
Blithe- Showing a casual and cheerful indifference
Boon- A blessing or benefit

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