Political Language

verb to assert or confess openly

• He avowed his commitment to the project during the meeting.
• She openly avowed her love for the new restaurant in town.
• I totally avow that this new song is my jam.
• The artist's painting avows a deep sense of longing and nostalgia.

noun a noisy quarrel or fight

verb to engage in a noisy quarrel or fight

• The brawl that broke out at the protest resulted in several injuries.
• Did you hear about the brawl that went down at the club last night?
• Things got heated and a brawl erupted between the two groups.
• The political debate turned into a verbal brawl as both candidates passionately argued their points.

adjective having or showing shrewdness and good judgment, especially in money or business matters

• She demonstrated a canny ability to anticipate market trends.
• He's a canny investor, always picking the right stocks.
• That guy is so canny, he always knows how to get what he wants.
• Her canny wit and charm won over the entire audience.

adjective showing a willingness to fight or argue

• The debater's combative attitude made it difficult to have a productive discussion.
• He always gets so combative whenever someone disagrees with him.
• She's always so combative, like she's ready to throw down at any moment.
• The storm clouds gathered in a combative display, ready to unleash their fury.

adjective deserving of contempt; despicable

• His contemptible behavior towards his colleagues was not tolerated in the professional environment.
• I can't believe he would do something so contemptible to his own friends.
• That guy is just straight up contemptible, I wouldn't trust him as far as I could throw him.
• The dark clouds looming over the city seemed to cast a contemptible shadow on the once vibrant streets.

verb to struggle in opposition or against difficulties; make a serious effort

• The lawyer will contend that the evidence presented is insufficient.
• I'll contend that the party was a success, despite the small turnout.
• She's always contending that she's the best at video games.
• The author's novel contends with themes of loss and redemption.

noun the state of being convinced or persuaded

• The defendant was found guilty and sentenced to prison based on the jury's conviction.
• I have a strong conviction that she is innocent despite what the evidence suggests.
• His conviction for the crime was a real bummer.
• Her conviction to succeed in her career is truly inspiring.

verb to reduce or diminish the value or worth of something

• The decision to devalue the currency was met with backlash from economic experts.
• I heard they're planning to devalue the company's stock next week.
• They really devalued the concert tickets this year, I got mine for half the price!
• Her constant criticism seemed to devalue his self-worth over time.

verb to show that someone is involved in a crime or a dishonest act

adjective showing that someone is involved in a crime or a dishonest act

• The evidence presented in court could implicate the suspect in the crime.
• I don't want to do anything that could implicate me in this mess.
• I heard that gossip could implicate you in drama you don't want to be a part of.
• Her decision to remain silent could implicate her in the consequences of the group's actions.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

• She held a low opinion of his work ethic based on his consistent tardiness.
• I have a low opinion of that restaurant after getting food poisoning there last time.
• I've got a really low opinion of that guy - he's always causing trouble.
• His low opinion of himself held him back from pursuing his dreams.

noun A person who is not an expert in a particular field, an ordinary person

preposition In this context, 'in' is used to show the location or position of the man

• The man in the street is often overlooked in policy decisions.
• The average man in the street just wants to live a peaceful life.
• The man in the street is just trying to make ends meet.
• The man in the street represents the common people in society.

verb to impress or restrain by inspiring fear or awe

• The speaker's powerful presence seemed to overawe the audience.
• Her confidence and charisma really overawed everyone in the room.
• The way he strutted in like he owned the place totally overawed me.
• The grandeur of the mountains never fails to overawe me with its beauty.

adjective trivial or insignificant; small or unimportant

• The amount of money he offered was piddling compared to the value of the item.
• Don't waste your time on such a piddling task.
• I can't believe you're making a big deal out of such a piddling issue.
• Her piddling efforts were no match for his determination.

verb to consider appropriate or suitable

adverb in a manner that is appropriate or suitable

• The board of directors will decide how to allocate the funds as they see fit.
• You can use the conference room for your meeting if you see fit.
• Just do whatever you see fit, man.
• She painted the canvas with bold strokes, letting her creativity guide her as she saw fit.

verb to forcibly put an end to something

adjective kept from public knowledge or expression

• The government suppressed the protests by imposing strict curfews.
• She suppressed her laughter during the serious meeting.
• He suppressed his urge to dance in the middle of the street.
• The artist suppressed his emotions to create a masterpiece.

verb Taken is the past participle form of the verb 'take', which means to grasp, hold, or seize.

adverb Unawares is an adverb that means without being aware of or prepared for something.

• The soldiers were taken unawares by the sudden attack from the enemy.
• I was taken unawares when my friends threw me a surprise party.
• The prankster jumped out from behind the door, taking everyone unawares.
• Her unexpected resignation took the company unawares, leaving them scrambling to find a replacement.

adjective having a thin or delicate skin

• The professor is known for being thin-skinned and easily offended by criticism.
• My brother is so thin-skinned, he gets upset over the smallest things.
• Don't be so thin-skinned, you need to toughen up and not take everything personally.
• His thin-skinned attitude towards feedback hinders his growth and development.

noun the action or practice of inflicting severe pain or suffering on someone as a punishment or to force them to do or say something

verb inflict severe pain or suffering on someone as a punishment or to force them to do or say something

• Torture is a violation of human rights and is prohibited by international law.
• I can't watch movies that have scenes of torture, it's too disturbing for me.
• I would rather do anything than go through that torture of a workout again.
• Waiting in line at the DMV feels like a form of torture.

verb to change direction or deviate from a straight path

adverb in a direction away from a straight path or course

• The driver had to turn aside to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
• I saw a cute puppy on the sidewalk and had to turn aside to pet it.
• I had to turn aside from studying and take a break to clear my mind.
• Sometimes we need to turn aside from our usual routine to try something new.

adjective not exhibiting tact or diplomacy; lacking in diplomacy

• The ambassador's undiplomatic remarks caused tension between the two countries.
• She was being undiplomatic when she bluntly told him what she thought.
• His undiplomatic behavior really rubbed people the wrong way.
• Her choice of words was undiplomatic, to say the least.

verb to remove a muzzle or restraint from

adjective not restrained or controlled

• The dog was finally unmuzzled after passing its behavior training.
• I can't wait to see that dog unmuzzled and running around freely.
• Once the meeting is over, we can all feel unmuzzled and speak our minds.
• Her creativity was like a wild animal, waiting to be unmuzzled and set free.

adverb in a way that shows deliberate intent or knowledge

• The defendant wittingly committed perjury during the court proceedings.
• She wittingly ignored the warning signs and ended up getting lost in the forest.
• I can't believe he wittingly walked into that trap set by his ex-girlfriend.
• By wittingly accepting the challenge, she proved her determination to succeed against all odds.

adjective sarcast is an adjective that describes a manner of speaking or writing that is mocking or ironic.

• The speaker used a sarcastic tone to make a point during the debate.
• She always has a sarcast comeback ready in any situation.
• He's known for his sarcast sense of humor.
• The painting's colors were so bright, they almost seemed sarcast against the muted background.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating manner, time, place, or degree

• The evidence presented in court was accusably strong, leading to a swift conviction.
• She was accusably late to the meeting, causing everyone to wait for her.
• He was accusably shady about his whereabouts last night.
• The dark clouds accusably hovered over the city, foreshadowing a storm.

adverb in a careful and thoughtful manner

• It is advisedly recommended to consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
• I would advise you to think carefully before making that decision.
• I'd think twice about doing that if I were you.
• She spoke advisedly, knowing her words would have a lasting impact.