English Vocabulary Quiz #3

Propagate

V. To spread and promote an idea widely

Fallacy

N. a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument

Sanction

N. a threatened penalty for disobeying a law or rule; official permission or approval for an action. V. To give official permission or approval for an action.

Antecedent

N.a thing or event that existed before, or logically precedes after another

Rife

Adj. of common occurrence, widespread (especially of something undesirable )

xenophobe

N. a person who has a dislike or prejudice against people from other countries

wry

Adj. using or expressing dry, especially mocking, humor

inept

adj. generally incompetent; lacking fitness or aptitude; unfit; not suitable to time, place, or location.

ubiquitous

Adj. Found everywhere

rectify

V. to set right or remedy