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ACT English and World Knowledge - People

Here you will learn some English words related to people, such as "cohort", "quorum", "juvenile", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
folks
[noun]

a group of individuals, especially within a community or social setting

Ex: We met some folks while hiking in the national park .
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cohort
[noun]

a group of people with a shared characteristic, often studied or observed over a period of time

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masses
[noun]

the general population or a large group of people within a society considered collectively

Ex: The new policy received mixed reactions from masses, with some in favor and others opposed .
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cavalcade
[noun]

a procession or parade, typically consisting of a series of vehicles, horses, or people

Ex: The cavalcade of knights and nobles marked the beginning of the medieval festival , drawing spectators from far and wide .
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a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized and ceremonial manner

Ex: The annual procession featured representatives from various cultural groups showcasing their traditional attire .
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garrison
[noun]

a group of military personnel stationed in a specific location or military base, often for the purpose of defending it

Ex: garrison in the mountain outpost endured harsh weather conditions as they maintained a vigilant presence .
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regiment
[noun]

a military unit with a specific organizational structure and operational role within an army

Ex: The British Army 's Coldstream Guards regiment is one of the regiments in continuous active service .
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elite
[noun]

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

Ex: He aspired to join the elite of the academic world .
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lineup
[noun]

a carefully arranged group of people or things brought together for a particular purpose

Ex: The art gallery curated an lineup of paintings by renowned artists for the upcoming exhibition .
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quorum
[noun]

the minimum number of people that must be present for a meeting to officially begin or for decisions to be made

Ex: It 's important to achieve quorum during meetings to ensure that decisions are made with the input of a representative group of stakeholders .
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explorer
[noun]

a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

Ex: She dreamed of becoming explorer and traveling to remote islands .
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luminary
[noun]

an influential individual who inspires or enlightens others

Ex: She was considered a luminary in the world of classical music.
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vagabond
[noun]

a wanderer who has no settled place to live and travels from place to place

Ex: They referred to him as vagabond, someone who rejected conventional life .
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someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

Ex: The church raised funds to support missionary in his work across different countries .
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a person who claims to have the ability to perceive events or objects beyond normal sensory capabilities

Ex: His reputation as a clairvoyant grew after several accurate predictions about global events .
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poacher
[noun]

a person who illegally hunts or catches wildlife, typically for profit or personal gain

Ex: The local community organized patrols to poachers from entering their lands .
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buff
[noun]

someone who is very enthusiastic about a particular subject and knows a lot about it

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contact
[noun]

an individual with whom one has established a professional or personal relationship, typically for the purpose of obtaining information, assistance, etc.

Ex: John 's uncle , who works at a major law firm , has been a contact for him in his legal career .
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homemaker
[noun]

an individual, typically within a family setting, responsible for managing household tasks to create a comfortable and functional living environment

Ex: She decided to become homemaker after realizing her passion for creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests .
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a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

Ex: It 's always nice to acquaintances at social gatherings and hear about their recent experiences .
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buffoon
[noun]

a person who behaves in a ridiculous or amusing way, often to entertain others

Ex: Despite his reputation as buffoon, he occasionally demonstrated surprising wisdom in his speeches .
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smuggler
[noun]

an individual who illegally and secretly imports or exports goods or people

Ex: smuggler faced severe penalties for attempting to bring in counterfeit products that violated international trade laws .
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invalid
[noun]

a person who is too ill or disabled to care for themselves or participate in normal activities

Ex: After the accident, he became an invalid and needed constant assistance.
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prodigy
[noun]

a person, typically a child, who demonstrates exceptional talent or ability in a particular area, often beyond what is considered normal for their age

Ex: The art world celebrated the child prodigy, whose paintings sold for thousands.
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posterity
[noun]

all the people who will come after the current generation

Ex: The historical document was carefully preserved so that its wisdom could be passed down posterity.
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surrogate
[noun]

someone who acts or serves as a substitute or representative on behalf of another person or entity, often in a legal or formal capacity

Ex: In some countries , surrogate can be appointed to vote on behalf of a shareholder at a corporate meeting .
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amateur
[noun]

someone who is not skilled or experienced enough for a specific activity

Ex: As amateur, he entered the race for the experience rather than aiming to win .
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townsman
[noun]

a male resident of a town or city, typically emphasizing a person's connection to and involvement in local community affairs

Ex: townsman's family had lived in the town for generations , deeply rooted in its traditions and events .
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pseudonym
[noun]

a fake name people use for certain activities

Ex: pseudonym SparkShift conceals the identity of a passionate advocate for positive change in online forums .
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moniker
[noun]

a nickname or alias that someone or something is known by, often used informally or affectionately

Ex: She adopted moniker " DJ Luna " when she began performing at local clubs .
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anonymous
[Adjective]

(of a person) not known by name

Ex: The journalist received anonymous tip that led to the uncovering of a major corruption scandal .
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possessed
[Adjective]

influenced or controlled by a demon or spirit

Ex: possessed painting seemed to follow visitors with its eyes , causing unease among museum patrons .
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juvenile
[Adjective]

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

Ex: The juvenile court system focuses on rehabilitation rather than punishment for underage offenders.
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swashbuckling
[Adjective]

having a great amount of bravery, charisma, and a sense of adventure

Ex: swashbuckling hero leaped from rooftop to rooftop , chasing after the villain .
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renowned
[Adjective]

famous and admired by many people

Ex: renowned author 's novels have been translated into numerous languages .
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to dub
[Verb]

to give someone or something a nickname, often to show affection or to highlight a specific trait

Ex: After showcasing his culinary skills on a popular TV show , the chef dubbed " The Flavor Maestro " by fans and critics alike .
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to flush
[Verb]

to experience a reddening of the skin, typically in the face, due to emotions like embarrassment, excitement, or strong reactions

Ex: The unexpected question caused him flush, unsure of how to respond .
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to gawk
[Verb]

to stare openly and foolishly

Ex: When the UFO was spotted in the sky , motorists on the highway began gawk at the unusual sight .
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(of individuals or communities) to be present in a particular area

Ex: The tourist season significantly increases the number of populating the charming seaside resort .
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to tinker
[Verb]

to attempt to repair something in an experimental or unskilled way

Ex: She encouraged her son to tinker with the broken toy car to see if he could repair it himself.
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to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away

Ex: The business was smoothly transitioned to the next generation as the inherited equal shares .
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to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

Ex: The CEO will conduct negotiations with potential business partners .
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to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: The undertakes a comprehensive review of the project to identify areas for improvement .
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to don
[Verb]

to put on clothing

Ex: In preparation for the party , donned a glamorous evening gown and matching accessories .
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to talk a lot about unimportant things and in a way that may seem foolish

Ex: prattled about the latest celebrity gossip without noticing the disinterest of her friends .
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to woo
[Verb]

to try to make someone love one, especially for marriage

Ex: She was impressed by his efforts woo her , from handwritten love notes to surprise weekend getaways .
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to court
[Verb]

to romantically pursue someone by expressing interest and affection to establish a relationship

Ex: It 's important to be respectful and genuine when attempting court someone romantically .
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to go somewhere with someone

Ex: Parents accompany their children to school on the first day of kindergarten .
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