1. Reservation, noun: an unstated doubt that prevents you
from accepting something wholeheartedly
I was initially excited by the idea of a trip to Washington,
D.C. but now that I have read about the high crime statistics there, I have
some reservations.
2. Errant, adjective: to be wandering; not sticking to a
circumscribed path
Unlike his peers, who spent their hours studying in the
library, Matthew preferred errant walks through the university campus.
3. Slapdash, adjective: carelessly and hastily put together
The office building had been constructed in a slapdash
manner, so it did not surprise officials when, during a small earthquake, a
large crack emerged on the façade of the building.
4. Indict, verb: to formally charge or accuse of wrong-doing
The bank robber was indicated on several major charges,
including possession of a firearm.
5. Ascribe, verb: attribute or credit to
History ascribes The Odyssey and The Iliad to
Homer, but scholars now debate whether he was a historical figure or a
fictitious name.
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