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Exploring Unique Vocabulary: Imprecation, Impugn, Incorrigible, Jocular, Largess

Dive into the meanings and usage of five intriguing English words: imprecation, impugn, incorrigible, jocular, and largess. Discover how "imprecation" refers to a spoken curse, while "impugn" involves challenging the truth of a statement. Learn about "incorrigible," describing someone beyond reform, and "jocular," which characterizes a humorous demeanor. Lastly, explore "largess," the act of giving generously. Each term offers insight into human behavior and language richness, enhancing your vocabulary in fun and engaging ways.

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Exploring Unique Vocabulary: Imprecation, Impugn, Incorrigible, Jocular, Largess

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  1. Wordle44 imprecation impugn incorrigible jocular largess

  2. imprecation • im·pre·ca·tion/ˌ • Noun: A spoken curse. • Synonyms: • curse - malediction - damnation - oath - execration • Tom got in trouble for the imprecation he said during class.

  3. impugn • im·pugn • Verb: • Dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); challenge; call into question. • Synonyms: • oppugn - challenge - contest - dispute - question • The reporter impugned the politician’s claim that he had not taken money from the people in the town.

  4. incorrigible • in·cor·ri·gi·ble • Adjective: • (of a person or their tendencies) Not able to be corrected, improved, or reformed. • Synonyms: • irredeemable - unimprovable - irreparable - irreclaimable • The criminal was deemed incorrigible. He could not be reformed.

  5. jocular • joc·u·lar • Adjective: • Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful. • Synonyms: • jocose - humorous - facetious - playful - waggish - comic • My uncle is a jocular man.

  6. largess • Noun: a gift or money given (as for service or out of benevolence); usually given ostentatiously. • Thanks to the king’s largess, all the poor people had enough food to eat.

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