CEFR Level
without color; free from color
"The designer chose an achromatic palette of black, white, and gray."
the reluctant acceptance of something without protest
"His nod was a sign of acquiescence."
ready to accept something without protest, or to do what someone else wants
"He gave an acquiescent smile and agreed to the plan."
the act of acquiring something; something that has been acquired, especially a skill or possession
"Language proficiency is an important acquirement for global careers."
excessively interested in acquiring money or material things
"The acquisitive businessman bought every piece of land he could find."
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
"He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan."
Bitter and angry, often involving harsh words.
"The debate turned acrimonious after the controversial remark."
An extreme or irrational fear of heights.
"Her acrophobia prevented her from climbing the tall building."
An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.
"The adjudicative body deliberated on the case."
a solemn urging or appeal
"The priest made an adjuration for peace and unity."
giving or conveying a warning or reprimand
"She gave him an admonitory glance."
Cleverness or skill in using the hands or mind; expertness in performance or execution.
"His adroitness in negotiations helped secure the deal."
a substance added to something else, often food or drink, to reduce its quality or strength
"The laboratory found an adulterant in the milk samples."
to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality
"The company was fined for adulterating its products with cheap chemicals."
describes food, drink, or medicine made weaker or impure by the addition of another substance
"Authorities seized adulterated drugs from the warehouse."
The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.
"Food adulteration poses a serious health risk."
a vague foreshadowing or symbolic representation of something
"The play offers an adumbration of the political unrest to come."
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
"His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances."