Definition: To produce, cause, or give rise to a feeling or mood in or about something.

en-jen-der

Even though she was scared, Aunt Carla engendered a nervous smile as she rode the cable car.

Definition: Something that is unclear and can have different meanings, especially when used to misguide someone.

Ee-kwiv-uh-kuhl

The girls are famous for providing equivocal answers to the teacher’s straight questions.

Definition: To make weak, to take away energy or strength.

EN-er-vayt

The surgery was so difficult and extensive that she was left enervated.

Definition: Understood by or meant for only the select few who have special knowledge or interest

es-uh-ter-ik

I tried to play with the boy but his game seemed very esoteric.

EHM-eu-layt

Lucho is trying to emulate Rocky Balboa.

Definition: To strive to be like or imitate

Definition: To make or become extremely thin.

Ee-MAY-see-ay-tehd

Pablo looks emaciated because he hasn’t eaten in a long time.

Definition: To beautify by or as if by ornamentation; ornament; adorn; can also be to exaggerate.

em-bel-ish

Veronica has worked hard to embellish the lockers.

Definition: Things that are valid only for a short time.

ee-FEH-muh-ruhl

The light produced by the match was ephemeral.

Definition: A puzzling statement quality or thing.

Ana’s secret friend remains an enigma because no one can figure her out.

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