Friday, December 28, 2018

English Vocabulary


  1. colossal = extremely large or great
  2. patronage = the power to control appointments to office or the right to privileges.
  3. blot = a shameful act or quality that damages an otherwise good character or reputation
  4. ado = fuss or delay
  5. wistful = having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.
  6. stoic =  a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.
  7. opacity = the quality of lacking transparency or translucence.
  8. curator = a keeper or custodian of a museum or other collection.
  9. obscure = keep from being seen; conceal.
  10. poignant = evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.
  11. expound = present and explain (a theory or idea) in detail.
  12. espouse = adopt or support (a cause, belief, or way of life).
  13. selfsame = exactly the same