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Expand your vocabulary with this week's featured words! Discover the meanings of "volatile" (unstable and unpredictable), "incandescent" (glowing with heat or emotion), and "sage" (a wise person). Delve into verbs such as "deride" (to ridicule), "assail" (to attack verbally), and "kindle" (to ignite emotions). Learn about "didactic" (instructional in an unwelcome way) and "benevolent" (kind-hearted), as well as "pretentious" (acting more important than warranted). Enrich your communication skills and understanding!
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Weekly Vocabulary 19-27 • volatile- (adjective) unstable and potentially dangerous; unpredictable; changing suddenly • incandescent- (adjective) glowing with heat/brightly; showing intense emotion • sage- (noun) a wise, knowledgeable person
Weekly Vocabulary 19-27 • deride- (verb) to ridicule or show contempt for something or someone • didactic- (adjective) containing a political or moral message; giving instruction to others when not welcome • benevolent-(adjective) kind; charitable
Weekly Vocabulary 19-27 • assail-(verb) to attack somebody with words or actions • kindle-(verb) to get something burning; to ignite emotions-arouse feelings • pretentious- (adjective) acting as though you are more important or special than is warranted