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English Glossary 6
W.A.I Lesson 6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| abeyance | to be suspended or put aside |
| arbiter | person who has the sole power of judging or determining |
| calumny | false statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something |
| commiserate | to empathize with; pity |
| cogent | to the point; relevant |
| declivity | a downward slope, as of ground |
| disparity | inequality; difference |
| fetid | to smell bad |
| gist | main or essential part of the matter |
| imbue | impregnate or inspire as of feelings, opinions etc/ moisture, colour etc |
| inviolable | incapable of being violated |
| limpid | clear, transparent; completely calm |
| paragon | model of excellence; to compare to |
| perspicuity | clearness as of statement "to see through" |
| perspicacity | acutely perceptive |
| recluse | person who lives in seclusion |
| taciturn | silent; reserved in speech; reluctant to join in conversation |