TOEFL Vocabulary — Group 17

Skilled and competent at doing something.

Producing a large quantity of something, especially creative work.

The main character in a story, or the leading figure in a real situation.

The state of being near or close to something in distance or time.

Relating to information or data that can be measured and expressed in numbers.

A long and often difficult search or journey to achieve a goal.

Relating to a fundamental, thorough change, often far from what is usual or traditional.

To give formal, official approval to an agreement, making it valid and binding.

To move gradually back or away, or to become smaller or weaker.

To settle a disagreement or bring two conflicting ideas or people back into harmony.

To correct a mistake or put a problem right.

To prove that a statement or argument is false or mistaken by using evidence or logic.

To make someone or something feel or look young, fresh, and full of energy again.

Continuing with great intensity and refusing to stop, slow down, or ease up.

To give up a right, position, or possession, often reluctantly.

An indirect and often unwelcome consequence of an action that may only appear later.

A renewed increase or revival after a period of decline.

To feel and show deep respect or admiration for someone or something.

To officially approve or authorize an action -- confusingly, the related noun can also mean a penalty imposed for breaking a rule.

Extremely careful and thorough about doing what is right, down to the smallest detail.

Following a particular, logical order, one after another.

Having sharp practical judgment, especially in business or money matters.

Comfort received during a time of great sadness or distress.

Highly developed, complex, and refined, or having worldly experience and refined tastes.

Not genuine or authentic, and often meant to deceive by appearing legitimate.