Recent 12 Months Editorial Challenging Vocabulary

Obstacles or hindrances that make it difficult to do something

Deeply shocking, astonishing, or hard to believe because it is so large

To draw upon, exploit, or make use of a resource (here, to identify and utilize sports talent)

In a way that is based on random choice or personal whim rather than reason or rules

Causing or likely to cause a lot of disagreement or argument

Wrong or incorrect; based on an error

Absolutely necessary; something you cannot do without

Not strict, severe, or careful enough

Extremely thorough, strict, or demanding

Happened or took place

Roof-like coverings built over an outdoor area to provide shelter from rain or sun

Filled with problems, dangers, or anxiety

A large number of similar events happening suddenly one after another

The act of hiding something or keeping it secret

Reduced in extent, scope, or quantity; restricted

Open resistance or bold disobedience to authority or rules

Relating to an imagined society where there is great suffering, injustice, or political oppression

To support, adopt, or advocate for a belief, cause, or way of life

Showing strong dislike, opposition, or unfriendliness

Extremely unpleasant; causing hatred, disgust, or strong dislike