english 2 vocab words group 2

dearth

definition: a scarcity or lack of something
part of speech: noun
sample sentence: there is a ___ of evidence to support the claim that video games cause violent behavior

dichotomy

definition: a distinction between two opposed things that is made clear and emphasized
part of speech: noun
sample sentence: there is often a stark ____ between what politicians say they will do during a campaign and what they actually do while in office.
*not be confused with disparity

elucidate

definition: to make something clear; to explain
part of speech: verb
sample sentence: the teacher asked the guest speaker to ___ her points about renewable energy for the class

fastidious

definition: very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail; meticulous
part of speech: adjective
sample sentence: he was ____ in his work, checking every detail to ensure perfection

foment

definition: to instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action)
part of speech: verb
sample sentence: the propaganda was designed to ___ discontent among the population

garish

definition: excessively bright and showy; lucid
part of speech: adjective
sample sentence: the diner’s ___ neon lights could be seen from blocks away

harbinger

definition: a person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another; a forerunner
part of speech: noun
sample sentence: the blooming flowers were a welcome ___ of spring

implicit

definition: implied though not plainly expressed; inherent in the nature of something
part of speech: adjective
sample sentence: there was an ___ agreement among the team that they would not share trade secrets