English Vocab

Denigrate

to speak damagingly of; criticize in a derogatory manner

Render

to cause to be or become; to make

Sabbatical

a period of rest; extended leave from one's customary work

Microaggression

a subtle but offensive comment or action directed at a member of a marginalized group

Wryly

mockingly or amusingly ironic; bitterly

Commodify

to turn into something of use, advantage, or value such as a product

Quotidian

daily; commonplace; ordinary

Visceral

characterized by or proceeding from instinct rather than intellect

Illustrious

highly distinguished; renowned; famous

Invectives

insulting or abusive words or expressions

Flagrant

Obvious; glaring; scandalous

Manumission

release from slavery

Comportment

personal conduct; behavior; demeanor

Mantle

something that covers, envelops, or conceals

Ruminant

contemplative; meditative

Illusory

deceptive; misleading

Epistolary

of, relating to, or consisting of letters.

Reverie

a daydream; state of dreamy meditation

Azure

a light, purplish blue as of the sky

Immanent

remaining within; indwelling; inherent