june 25 vocabs

despise

To feel a strong dislike for someone or something, often accompanied by a sense of superiority.

stigma

a strong feeling of disapproval that most people in a society have about something, especially when this is unfair.

sacred

considered to be holy, and deserving respect, especially because of a connection with a god

indigenous

referring to the original inhabitants of a region, often with cultural ties to the land and a distinct identity; native

menace

a person or thing that is likely to cause harm or injury; a threat to safety or well-being.

ascent

the act of rising to a higher position or level; a climb or upward movement; become successful

elite

the richest, most powerful, best-educated group in society

hand something down

to give or pass on something to someone else, typically from one generation to the next.

optics

the public's opinion and understanding of a situation after seeing it as the media shows it

sprawling

existing or reaching over a large area, often ones that have been added gradually over a period of time

spoils

refers to valuable items or benefits gained from victory in war, competition, or exploitation.

dazzle

If you are dazzled by someone or something, you think they are extremely good and exciting

divine

relating to God or a deity; supremely good or beautiful, often associated with a sense of awe or reverence.

respectability

the quality of being socially acceptable or respectable.

staple

a basic food item widely used and relied upon in a diet.

fortune

chance or luck, often related to wealth or success; a very large amount of money or property