2. Camaraderie (Noun) Spirit of Friendship the Manager Hoped the Retreat Would Increase

VOCAB- WEEK 4

1. Absolve (verb) To forgive; to free from guilt

Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.

Synonyms: exculpate, pardon

2. Camaraderie (noun) Spirit of friendship

The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.

Synonyms: sociability, espirit de corps

3. Demean (verb) To lower status

The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.

Synonyms: humble, degrade

4. Grandiose (adj) With an affectation of grandeur

The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.

Synonyms: pretentious, pompous

5. Oblivious (adj) Lacking awareness

Love-struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.

Synonyms: careless, heedless