Quiz: January 27th/30th
- Equivocation: n. the use of ambiguous expressions to mislead, especially through the use of double-meanings
- Assimilation: n. the act of absorbing information, experiences, identities, etc.; being absorbed into the culture of a group
- Ascetic: n. a person deeply devoted to a life of contemplation and self-denial due to religious beliefs
- Benign: adj. demonstrating kindness and/or gentleness
- Profound: adj. being or going far beneath what is superficial, obvious, or external
- Venerable: adj. commanding respect due to age or dignity
- Scrutinize: v. to examine in detail with careful or critical attention
- Sordid: adj. mean, dirty, and/or selfish
- Lugubrious: adj. exaggeratedly mournful or gloomy
- Elicit: v. to draw out or bring about
Homework for January 23/24: Use Dictionary.com to locate examples of these words in context; select and record at least one for each term to help you prepare for the quiz. Bring these to class.
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