10 Vocabulary Words

1. adversary
   someone who offers opposition
   The students are united by shared suffering, and by a common adversary.New York Times (Nov 10, 2014)
2. aplomb
   great coolness and composure under strain
   I wish I had handled it with aplomb.New York Times (May 18, 2014)
3. apprehensive
   in fear or dread of possible evil or harm
   Virgar still feels apprehensive when visiting an unfamiliar zoo.New York Times (Jul 3, 2014)
4. aptitude
   inherent ability
   I was recently asked in an interview, what is more valued by companies –aptitude or attitude? Forbes (Sep 12, 2014)
5. attentive
   taking heed
   You make sure to be extra attentive to your friend.Time (Oct 2, 2014)
6. banish
   send away from a place of residence, as for punishment
   Napoleon loses so big that he is banished to an island.New York Times (Dec 5, 2014)
7. barricade
   block off with barriers
   The Secret Service ordered nearby streets and parking lots barricaded for security.Washington Times (Dec 1, 2014)
8. bluff
   deceive someone about your strength or intentions
   Sporting a pith helmet, Nixon observed that “whoever is talking the loudest is pretty sure to be bluffing.”New York Times (Sep 19, 2014)
9. brackish
   slightly salty
   Brackish water can be used, but freshwater is easier and less costly.New York Times (May 14, 2014)
10. brandish
    move or swing back and forth
    Hart brandished a “Free Hugs” sign as he stood alone in front of a police barricade.                                                       MSNBC (Nov 30, 2014)