English 3 Week 3 & 4 Vocabulary Review

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What does 'inflection' mean?

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Inflection refers to the modulation of intonation or pitch in the voice, often indicating a question or emotion.

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Use 'inflection' in a sentence.

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The inflection in her voice indicated she was asking a question.

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What does 'digress' mean?

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To digress means to deviate from the main subject in speech or writing.

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Use 'digress' in a sentence.

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During the lecture, the professor would often digress and tell stories unrelated to the topic.

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What does 'prerogative' mean?

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A prerogative is a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class.

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Use 'prerogative' in a sentence.

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It was her prerogative to choose the restaurant for dinner.

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What does 'flagrant' mean?

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Flagrant describes something that is conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible.

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Use 'flagrant' in a sentence.

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His flagrant disregard for the rules got him into trouble.

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What does 'flippant' mean?

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Flippant refers to a lack of seriousness or respect, often in a situation that warrants it.

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Use 'flippant' in a sentence.

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Her flippant attitude towards the serious issue upset many people.