Vocab 4

Deign

To do something that one considers beneath one's dignity.

Denomination

A recognized branch of the Christian Church; a-naming designation for a class or group.

Dictum

A short statement that expresses a general truth or principle.

Elocution

The skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation.

Ignominy

Public shame or disgrace.

Impugn

To dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); to call into question.

Impunity

Exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.

Indict

To formally accuse of or charge with a serious crime.

Indignant

Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Intractable

Hard to control or deal with.

Lucid

Expressed clearly; easy to understand.

Nomenclature

The devising or choosing of names for things, especially in a science or other discipline.

Nominal

(Of a role or status) existing in name only; (of a price or amount) very small; far below the real value.

Repugnant

Extremely distasteful; unacceptable.

Temporal

Relating to worldly as opposed to spiritual affairs; secular; relating to time.

Temporize

To avoid making a decision or committing oneself in order to gain time.

Veracity

Conformity to facts; accuracy; habitual truthfulness.

Verisimilitude

The appearance of being true or real.

Verity

A true principle or belief, especially one of fundamental importance.

Boughs

Main branches of a tree.

Disparate

Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.

Amiable

Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner.

Alcove

Arecess, typically in the wall of a room or of a garden.