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Which scenario best exemplifies 'despotism'?
Which scenario best exemplifies 'despotism'?
- A benevolent leader making decisions based on the advice of a council.
- A monarch consulting with nobles before enacting new legislation.
- Citizens voting on key policy issues in a direct democracy.
- A ruler imposing harsh laws and punishments without regard for the people's welfare. (correct)
In what situation would someone most likely express 'dudgeon'?
In what situation would someone most likely express 'dudgeon'?
- Witnessing an act of extraordinary kindness.
- Attending a surprise party planned by close friends.
- Winning a prestigious award for community service.
- Being unfairly accused of plagiarism. (correct)
Which of the following actions shows someone acting as an 'epicure'?
Which of the following actions shows someone acting as an 'epicure'?
- Eating only the most affordable and readily available foods.
- Quickly eating a fast-food meal while rushing to a meeting.
- Following a strict diet plan focused solely on nutritional value.
- Carefully selecting and savoring a variety of artisanal cheeses with wine. (correct)
How does 'pathos' function in a story?
How does 'pathos' function in a story?
What is the most likely reason someone might 'expostulate' with a colleague?
What is the most likely reason someone might 'expostulate' with a colleague?
Which situation would most likely lead someone to feel that an obstacle is 'insuperable'?
Which situation would most likely lead someone to feel that an obstacle is 'insuperable'?
Which of these actions demonstrates someone trying to 'extirpate' a problem?
Which of these actions demonstrates someone trying to 'extirpate' a problem?
How might a detective use 'physiognomy' during an investigation?
How might a detective use 'physiognomy' during an investigation?
What type of event might cause someone make a 'remonstrance'?
What type of event might cause someone make a 'remonstrance'?
Which of the following scenarios indicates a 'propitious' situation for starting a business?
Which of the following scenarios indicates a 'propitious' situation for starting a business?
Flashcards
Adduce
Adduce
Cite something as evidence to support an argument.
Conjugal
Conjugal
Something related to marriage or the relationship between a married couple.
Despondent
Despondent
In low spirits and filled with hopelessness.
Despotism
Despotism
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Disclosure
Disclosure
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Dudgeon
Dudgeon
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Epicure
Epicure
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Expostulate
Expostulate
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Extirpate
Extirpate
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Imperious
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Study Notes
- Adduce: To cite something as evidence.
- Conjugal: Relating to marriage or the relationship between a married couple.
- Despondent: In low spirits, lacking hope or joy.
- Despotism: The exercise of absolute power, often in a cruel and oppressive manner.
- Disclosure: Revealing new or secret information.
- Dudgeon: A feeling of great offense or deep resentment.
- Epicure: Someone who takes pleasure in fine food and drink.
- Eulogium: A work that praises someone or something highly.
- Expostulate: To express strong disapproval or disagreement.
- Extirpate: To root out or destroy something completely.
- Imperious: Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant.
- Indomitable: Unconquerable.
- Insuperable: (Describing an obstacle or difficulty) Impossible to overcome.
- Ire: Anger.
- Pathos: A quality that evokes pity or sadness.
- Physiognomy: A person's facial features or expression, especially when regarded as indicative of character or ethnic origin.
- Presentiment: An intuitive feeling about the future, especially one that is foreboding.
- Propensity: A natural tendency or inclination to act in a certain way.
- Propitious: Indicating a good chance of success; favorable.
- Puerile: Childish or silly.
- Quailed: To feel or show fear.
- Remonstrance: A forcefully reproachful protest.
- Repudiate: To refuse to accept or be associated with something.
- Sojourn: To stay somewhere temporarily.
- Supervened: Occurring as an additional or unforeseen result.
- Syncope: Shortening a word by removing letters, or losing consciousness and passing out.
- Tribunal: A court of justice.
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