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equivocal
(adj.) doubtful; uncertain
Scientific evidence was needed before the equivocal hypothesis was accepted
by the doubting researchers.
equivocations
(n.) a purposely misleading statement
The equivocations by the man sent the search team looking in the wrong
direction.
eradication
(n.) the act of annihilating, destroying, or erasing
Some have theorized that the eradication of the dinosaurs was due to a
radical change in climate.
errant
(adj.) roving in search of adventure
The young man set out across country on an errant expedition.
erratic
(adj.) unpredictable; irregular
His erratic behavior was attributed to the shocking news he had received.
The kitten's erratic behavior was attributed to the owner's cruel method
of disciplining his pet.
erroneous
(adj.) untrue; inaccurate; not correct
The reporter's erroneous story was corrected by a new article that stated
the truth.
erudite
(adj.) having a wide knowledge acquired through reading
The woman was so erudite, she could recite points on most any subject.
eschew
(v.) to shun; to avoid
Eschew the traffic and you may arrive on time.
esoteric
(adj.) understood by only a chosen few; confidential
The esoteric language was only known by the select group.
We have had a number of esoteric conversations.
estimable
(adj.) deserving respect
The estimable hero was given a parade.
ethereal
(adj.) very light; airy; heavenly; not earthly
The ethereal quality of the music had a hypnotic effect.
The dancer wore an ethereal outfit which made her look like an angel.
ethnic
(adj.) pertaining to races or peoples and their origin classification,
or characteristics
Ethnic foods from five continents were set up on the table.
eulogy
(n.) words of praise, especially for the dead
The eulogy was a remembrance of the good things the man accomplished in
his lifetime.
euphemism
(n.) the use of a word or phrase in place of one that is distasteful
The announcer used a euphemism when he wanted to complain.
euphony
(n.) pleasant combination of sounds
The gently singing birds created a beautiful euphony.
The euphony created by the orchestra was due to years of practice.
evanescent
(adj.) vanishing quickly; dissipating like a vapor
The evanescent mirage could only be seen at a certain angle.
evasion
(n.) the avoiding of a duty
The company was charged with tax evasion, as they did not pay all that
they owed.
evoke
(v.) to call forth; provoke
Seeing her only daughter get married evoked tears of happiness from the
mother.
Announcement of the results evoked a cheer from the crowd.
exculpate
(v.) to free from guilt
The therapy session will exculpate the man from his guilty feelings.
execute
(v.) to put to death; kill; to carry out; fulfill
The evil, murderous man was executed for killing several innocent children.
I expected him to execute my orders immediately.
exemplary
(adj.) serving as an example; outstanding
The honor student's exemplary behavior made him a role model to the younger
children.
Employees of the month are chosen for their exemplary service to the firm.
exhaustive
(adj.) thorough; complete
It took an exhaustive effort, using many construction workers, to complete
the new home by the deadline.
exhume
(v.) to unearth; to reveal
The scientists exhumed the body from the grave to test the body's DNA.
The next episode will exhume the real betrayer.
exigent
(adj.) a situation calling for immediate attention; needing more than
is reasonable
The exigent request for more assistance was answered quickly.
The bank seemed to feel that another extension on their loan payment was
too exigent a request to honor.
exonerate
(v.) to declare or prove blameless
Hopefully, the judge will exonerate you of any wrongdoing.
exorbitant
(adj.) going beyond what is reasonable; excessive
Paying hundreds of dollars for the dress is an exorbitant amount.
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