Vocabulary Words and Their Usage in Sentences

assail

to attack; to assault

propitious

presenting favorable circumstances

eclectic

composed of materials from various sources

dapper

neatly dressed; trim; stylish

audible

able to be heard

quiescent

inactive, often suggesting a temporary state

extol

to praise highly and lavishly

ritual

a ceremonial act; a customary procedure

emulate

to copy someone; to imitate

discrepancy

lack of agreement; difference

manifest

obvious; very clear; evident

chauvinism

unreasoning and boastful devotion to one's country or sex

shade

a small variation, a nuance; a small amount

furtive

characterized by secretive behavior

semblance

outward form or appearance