Grade 10 Unit 2 Vocab

Fractious

Tending to argue or cause discord

Infraction

A minor violation of a rule or law

Infringe

To intrude on an area belonging to another; to trespass

Excise

To cut out of; to remove

Incisive

Sharply cutting; direct and powerful

Concise

Brief and straightforward

Tome

A large and serious book

Epitome

The best or most typical example

Dichotomy

Two opposite parts of one whole

Anatomy

The structure of parts, taken as a whole

Compunction

A feeling of regret or remorse

Punctilious

Paying strict attention to detail; extremely careful

Pungent

Stinging or biting, especially in taste or smell