1. Equivocate
to be unclear
[ih-kwiv-uh-keyt]
verb
1375–1425; late Middle English
"Councilor Joel Miller didn’t equivocate: Federal law hasn’t changed." - http://csbj.com/2013/10/01/fed-action-doesnt-change-council-on-pot/
It is equivocate whether this is picture shows two faces, a chalice, or both. - http://www.fallacyfiles.org/equivoqu.html
2. Fortuitous
accidental
[fawr-too-i-tuhs, -tyoo-]
adjective
1645–55; < Latin
"Live from the Seaside fire: A fortuitous shift in the wind helps save Seaside" http://blog.nj.com/njv_paul_mulshine/2013/09/live_from_the_seaside_fire_a_f.htm
This picture shows a beautifully, fortuitous event where a lightening storm and the sunset are together. - http://www.villagegamer.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/FortuitousTwilight.jpg3. Impeccable flawless
[im-pek-uh-buhl]
adjective
1525–35; < Latin
"Impeccable Nest interior design shop strives for unique beauty " - http://www.cabinet.com/bedfordjournal/bedfordnews/1016287-308/designer-decor--impeccable-nest-interior-design.html#sthash.gE4frEyX.dpuf
This is an impeccable way to spend a summer day: sunset on the yacht. - http://www.charterworld.com/news/riviera-syndication-expands-sydney-fleet-3-5000-sport-yachts/impeccable-design-creates-a-relaxed-and-luxurious-ambience-on-board-the-5000-sport-yacht-24. Liaison
a link
[lee-ey-zawn]
noun
1640–50; < French
"Compulsory for school liaison officers to visit schools twice monthly" - http://www.nst.com.my/latest/compulsory-for-school-liaison-officers-to-visit-schools-twice-monthly-1.366359##ixzz2gcF3yeag
This is a liaison, or a link, between two individuals to form a team, or a connection. - http://www.leraweb.org/sites/leraweb.org/files/images/Liaison_icon.png5. Predisposed
likely
[pree-di-spohz]
adjective
1640–50; Latin
"Smoker patients are more predisposed to risks of complications following colon surgery" - http://www.newsfix.ca/2013/09/30/smoker-patients-predisposed-risks-complications-following-colon-surgery/
This child is predisposed to not like vegetables due to the media that says vegetables are gross and liking lots of sugary foods. - http://cdn.theatlantic.com/static/mt/assets/food/main%20littleny%20shutterstock_78409630.jpg6. Propensity
a readiness
[pruh-pen-si-tee]
noun
1560-70; Latin
"Fitch views the propensity of the Bulgarian authorities to support FIBank as quite strong." - http://www.balkans.com/open-news.php?uniquenumber=182101
This picture shows how a prince is born with a propensity, or readiness, to be great. - http://www.jantoo.com/cartoons/lowres/122/12248900_low.jpg7. Reprehensibleshameful
[rep-ri-hen-suh-buhl]
adjective
1350-1400; Middle English
"Iranian president Hassan Rouhani recognises 'reprehensible' Holocaust" - http://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/sep/25/iran-rouhani-recognises-holocaust
This car driver is being reprehensible when he rejects a veteran in need, especially since he clearly shows is supports them. - http://www.ezeedictionary.com/imagedict/r/reprehensible.jpg8. Sham
something false
[sham]
noun
1670-80; origin uncertain
"Schumer: Latest GOP Attempt To Reopen Parts Of Gov't A Sham" - http://bronx.ny1.com/content/politics/political_news/189767/schumer--latest-gop-attempt-to-reopen-parts-of-gov-t-a-sham#sthash.E9lgWVz7.dpuf
These eyelashes could be considered a sham since they are a fake pair of eyelashes. - https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiYv2HVlkWq2i5oYsNdJGkFCmDbDrn_ffncp3h3xKrHPNGVCRO8WPOwf4slR_4NgC2Z0o8M67IO7cxb0rJ0tnb-rcCCPyVb1Am4um4k8G0ubHJ3T_9ZtQHJZzEr3jq5XyjhDh4rC7ol8/s1600/DSC05733.JPG
9. Solace
relief
[sol-is]
noun
1250-1300; Middle English
"London DJ Finds Solace in the Club, Shipping Container" - http://www.spin.com/articles/daniel-avery-interview/
This couple is releasing a sigh of solace as they relax at the beach. - https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjASQRFXeBUgJZtA9bKgePFBt05vmRk0pFBu36VZ7RucwQ4v_DBlCOTFXIj8bsesTNknOK0YeI3bl3CVhyrntRxdAoXxO7y_f8vfLbYvOjuvRLG2uNvd9I3zlfgjCacg8WsBhYymssRMcwD/s1600/Couple_Breathing_a_Sigh_Relief_on_Their_Beach_Vacation_100702-183530-176042.jpg10. Solicitous
attentive
[suh-lis-i-tuhs]
adjective
1555–65; < Latin
"“Beautiful rooms, friendly and solicitous staff, clean as a whistle, great food!”" - http://www.tripadvisor.ca/ShowUserReviews-g147293-d1595124-r51078643-Luxury_Bahia_Principe_Esmeralda_Don_Pablo_Collection-Punta_Cana_La_Altagracia_Pro.html
This picture shows a solicitous student paying attention in class. - http://www.mychildsnores.net/images/boy_tired.gif
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