1 / 3

Understanding Key Vocabulary: Definitions & Contextual Usage

This resource provides clear definitions and contextual uses of important vocabulary words, including terms like "appease," "dictum," "disinformation," and "draconian." Each word is accompanied by an explanation that highlights its meaning and application in real-world scenarios. Perfect for students and learners looking to enhance their understanding of complex vocabulary, this guide aims to foster deeper comprehension and improve language skills through precise definitions and examples of usage.

elata
Télécharger la présentation

Understanding Key Vocabulary: Definitions & Contextual Usage

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. CP 11 Vocabulary 5 Tested Definitions

  2. Appease • To soothe; to pacify by giving in to • Dictum • Intended to teach; morally instructive; pedantic • Disinformation • False information purposely disseminated, usually by a government, for the purpose of creating a false impression • Draconian • Harsh; severe; cruel • Imminent • Just about to happen • Libel • Written or published falsehood that injures the reputation of, or defames, someone

  3. Manifesto • A public declaration of beliefs or principles, usually political ones • Onerous • Plethora • An excess • Retort • To make a sharp reply • Rife • Occurring frequently; widespread; common; swarming • Thwart • To prevent from being accomplished; to frustrate; to hinder

More Related