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EH1 vocab 6
week 6 vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| conspicuous | easily seen or noticed; readily visible or observable |
| condone | to overlook; to give implied approval |
| ironic | coincidental; unexpected |
| negligence | careless; slackness |
| disparity | lack of similarity or quality; difference |
| ascetic | leading a life of self-discipline and self-denial, especially for spiritual improvement |
| dogmatic | stubbornly opinionated; dictorial |
| advocate | (v) to speak in favor of; to support (n) one who speaks in favor of another person or cause; a supporter |
| voluntary | done on one's accord; unforced |
| alleviate | to make easier to endure; to lessen |
| didactic | intended to instruct or teach |
| dissent | to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially form the majority; to disagree |
| solemn | serious; grave |
| disparage | to speak badly of; to belitte |
| profound | deep; insightful |