An ambiguity or inadequacy (hole) in a law or set of rules
"Loopholes in the tax code mean that millionaires can pay less in taxes than the average person in the middle class."
100
to Diminish
to make or become less; to make something appear to be less impressive or valuable
"This cream promises to diminish fine lines and wrinkles."
100
to Surmount
to overcome a difficulty or obstacle
"You can surmount your fears if you try!"
100
Trifling
Unimportant or trivial
"He turned down the trifling salary they offered him."
100
Unheeded
heard or noticed but disregarded
"My advice went unheeded."
200
Remorse
Deep regret or guilt for committing a wrong
"They felt deep remorse when they heard the news."
200
to Rejuvenate
to make something or someone appear to be younger, fresher, or more lively
"My trip to Hawaii has completely rejuvenated me!"
200
to Vex
to make someone feel annoyed, troubled, or worried
"The memory of his conversation with his girlfriend vexed him."
200
Impeccable
(of behavior, performance, or appearance) in accordance with the highest standards; faultless
"My friend has impeccable fashion because she works for Nordstrom."
200
Stagnant
showing no activity; dull and sluggish
"This stagnant economy has caused numerous problems."
300
Virtuosity
great skill in music or an artistic pursuit
"He demonstrated amazing virtuosity during the concert."
300
to Swindle
to use deception to take someone's money or valuables
"The sneaky used-car salesman was able to swindle my friend."
300
to Rebuke
to express sharp criticism or disapproval of someone because of their actions
"She rebuked him for drinking too much on the plane."
300
Rapt
Completely fascinated by what one is seeing or hearing
"They listened to each other's presentations with rapt attention."
300
Zealous
Having or showing great energetic support
"Her zealous response gave away her true feelings about the proposal."
400
Peril
Serious and immediate danger
"Her family was in peril in Afghanistan."
400
to Spur
to urge, encourage or stimulate an action
"Obama's goal was to spur economic growth."
400
to Quell
to put an end to; to silence; suppress a negative feeling
"He spoke up to quell the group's fears."
400
Ludicrous
So foolish, unreasonable, or out of place that it is amusing; ridiculous
"Republicans' claim that there will be 'death panels' with Obamacare is completely ludicrous."
400
Frenetic
Fast and energetic in a wild way
"Her presentation was quite frenetic, making her hard to understand."
500
Ambiguity
Uncertainty or inexactness of meaning
"The ambiguity of using articles makes them difficult to learn."
500
to Aggravate
to make a problem worse or more serious; to annoy or exasperate
"Bombing Iran would aggravate the instability in the Middle East."
500
to Enumerate
to mention a number of things one by one; to establish the number of something
"There is not enough space to enumerate the books he has collected over the years."
500
Delinquent
showing the tendency to commit minor crimes; or failing in one's duty
"The store owner blamed delinquent teenagers for committing the crime."
500
Indignant
showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived to be unfair treatment
"The employee was indignant at being suspected of corruption."