8th vocab Lesson 2

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solecism

1. a nonstandard or improper use of language 2. a mistake in manners or behavior

nemesis

1. a source of harm or ruin; an opponent that cannot be defeated 2. one who inflicts retribution or vengeance

solecism

Committing a(n) ____ can be very embarrassing, especially at formal gatherings.

Sisyphean

Every day there are more and more dirty dishes to wash - truly a(n) ____ task.

saturnine

His ____ expression was fitting for a person scarred by life's hardships.

nemesis

Most popular superheroes have at least one evil ____.

quixotic

Nature-lovers hope that their attempts to prevent mass extinctions are not ____.

atlas

None of us knew exactly where Timbuktu is, so we consulted a(n) ____.

jovial

The family reunion was a ____ event with much laughter and happiness.

galvanize

The only good thing about the oil spill is that it could ____ leaders to improve shipping safetyl

Pyrrhic victory

The wealthy businessman's success was a ____ because his complete devotion to work cost him his family's love.

epicurean

Uncle Marcel is a master chef who prepares foods that are ____ treats.

atlas

a book or bound collection of maps

epicure

a person with refined taste, especially in food and drink

Pyrrhic victory

a victory that is offset by staggering losses or that comes at a huge price

quixotic

dedicated to unreachable goals; idealistic but not practical

saturnine

gloomy and sullen

jovial

jolly; filled with good cheer

Sisyphean

requiring endless effort; without result or success

galvanize

to stimulate or urge into action; to spur


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