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Lesson 15 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Complement | Something that completes or makes perfect. The number or amount that makes up a whole. To bring to completion or perfection. |
| Component | Any of the more important parts of a whole. Contributing to form a whole. |
| Conjure | To call forth by magic, or as if by magic. To bring to mind; to recall or evoke. |
| Emphasize | To give special attention to; to stress. |
| Homage | Honor or respect shown publicly. |
| Impromptu | Unplanned. Without preparation. |
| Lush | Marked by richness of growth, especially of vegetation. |
| Medley | A mixture of often unrelated things. A selection of music from various source, played as one piece. |
| Oblige | To require someone to do something for legal, social or moral reasons. To earn the gratitude of. To do a favor for. |
| Pretentious | Drawing underserved or inappropriate attention to oneself; showy. |
| Prowess | Great skill or ability. |
| Rustic | Of or relating to country life or people. Lacking elegance or polish. A country person, especially one thought of as simple or crude. |
| Subtle | So slight as to be not easily seen or understood. Able to understand fine shades of meaning. |
| Vocation | A person's employment; occupation. |
| Warble | To sing in a melodious manner. |