Eng 1 Int Sem 2 AVD

diction (n.)

• choice of words especially with regard to correctness, clearness, or effectiveness

• a type of literary device used to create rhythm

• the act of speaking or writing in a formal manner

• a synonym for grammar

impaired (adj.)

• a) diminished in function or ability : lacking full functional or structural integrity

• b) unable to function normally or safely (as when operating a motor vehicle) because of intoxication by alcohol or drugs

• c) enhanced performance due to external support

• d) exhibiting superior capabilities beyond normal limits

abrogate (v.)

• to abolish by authoritative action

• to enhance by supportive measures

• to ignore completely

• to create new laws

coherent (adj.)

• 1) logically or aesthetically ordered or integrated : consistent

• 2) having clarity or intelligibility : understandable

• 3) lacking structure or organization

• 4) difficult to comprehend

tantamount (adj.)

• equivalent in value, significance, or effect

• completely different in meaning

• having no value or significance

• a type of measurement

impregnable (adj.)

• 1) incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable

• 2) unassailable : impenetrable

• 3) easily defeated or overcome

• 4) capable of being penetrated

unilateral (adj.)

• 1) done or undertaken by one person or party : one-sided

• 2) involving two or more parties : mutual

• 3) characterized by a lack of agreement : discordant

• 4) pertaining to a group or collective : communal

retribution (n.)

• 1) the dispensing or receiving of reward or punishment especially in the hereafter

• 2) a form of compensation for a service rendered

• 3) a legal term for the act of taking property

• 4) a method of resolving disputes through negotiation

migrate (v.)

• 1) to move from one country, place, or locality to another

• 2) to relocate (information) from storage or operation on one computer or computer system to another

• 3) to stay in one place for an extended period

• 4) to travel without a specific destination

squalid (adj.)

• 1) marked by filthiness and degradation from neglect or poverty

• 2) clean and tidy

• 3) luxurious and comfortable

• 4) cheerful and bright