Vocabulary and Figurative Language

the most common direction or trend of human activity or movement

a rare and unique trend in society

a movement that opposes popular opinion

a temporary fad that quickly fades away

a deviation from what is considered normal; irregularity

a sudden change in direction

a type of optical lens

a method of data analysis

to drink rapidly or greedily

to eat slowly and carefully

to sleep soundly

to walk leisurely

suggests that two different things are the same without using “like”, “as”, or “than”

compares two things using 'like' or 'as'

is a figure of speech that exaggerates for effect

is a direct comparison between two unrelated things

to keep a secret

to disclose (usually something confidential or secret)

to create something new

to analyze information

to make less difficult; help in the doing of

to complicate a process

to ignore a task

to hinder progress

a type of beverage

a nickname; especially one that is affectionate or comical

a formal title

a type of clothing

a relationship not working normally or in a way that is beneficial to all

a relationship that is overly supportive and nurturing

a relationship characterized by constant agreement and harmony

a relationship that is purely transactional and lacks emotional connection

what someone should or should not do because of a law or moral principle

a personal choice that has no legal consequences

a suggestion that can be ignored without penalty

a guideline that is optional for individuals

specialized vocabulary and expressions used in a particular field or subject

general language used in everyday conversation

slang terms used by specific groups

outdated words that are no longer in use