Recent 12 Months Editorial Challenging Vocabulary

The necessary financial, military, or material means and resources needed for a particular undertaking

Sharing a common border, directly touching, or connected continuously without any break

Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest; expressing skepticism and disregard for ethical human concerns

To gradually diminish in size, amount, strength, or numbers over time

Completely protected from violation, disturbance, entry, or harm; free from human interference

Suggested or put forward an idea or plan for consideration

Famous or widely known for a negative quality, harmful consequence, or bad trait

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; conflicting or contradictory

Fixes, rates, or estimates an economic figure or value at a designated level

Firm, continuous determination to keep striving despite obstacles, setbacks, or fatigue

To an exceptionally great extent, degree, or measure; immensely

Things that deviate from what is standard, normal, or expected; irregular occurrences

A short period of intense activity or a specific spell of severe weather

The ability or power to produce a desired, intended, or successful result

Lasting for a long time or longer than expected; extended or drawn out

Widely known, celebrated, and acclaimed for achievements, excellence, or distinguished qualities

Troubled, persistently surrounded, or plagued by difficulties, dangers, or problems

A strong protective wall, defensive barrier, or powerful safeguard against an external danger or rival

A state of balance or stable adjustment between opposing forces, superpowers, or influences

To hide, conceal, or prevent something from being clearly seen, recognized, or understood