Vocabulary and Figurative Language

Mainstream

• 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

Aberration

• a deviation from what is considered normal; irregularity

• a sudden change in direction

• a type of optical lens

• a method of data analysis

Swill

• to drink rapidly or greedily

• to eat slowly and carefully

• to sleep soundly

• to walk leisurely

Metaphor

• 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

Divulge

• to keep a secret

• to disclose (usually something confidential or secret)

• to create something new

• to analyze information

Facilitate

• to make less difficult; help in the doing of

• to complicate a process

• to ignore a task

• to hinder progress

Sobriquet

• a type of beverage

• a nickname; especially one that is affectionate or comical

• a formal title

• a type of clothing

Dysfunctional

• 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

Obligation

• 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

Terminology

• 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• outdated words that are no longer in use