Unit 9

Anecdote

a short narrative of an intresting, amusing, or biographical incident

Autobiography

the life story of a person narrated by himself or herself

bibliography

listing of sources consulted by the author of a work

editorial

a newspaper or magazine article expressing the opinion of the editors

illegible

not readable

manuscript

typed or handwritten document

monogram

a sign of identity usually formed by the initials of a name

postscript

a note added to the end of a completed letter, article, or book

revision

process of correcting and improving a written work

scripture

sacred writing of a religion

acclaim

praise, applause

benediction

expression of good wishes, short blessings

clamor

noisy shouting

contradict

to assert the contrary or opposite of

dedicate

set aside for particular purpose to commit to a goal

dictator

one ruling absolutely and often oppressively

diction

choice of words especially with regard to correctness, clearness, or effectiveness

predictable

quality of something that can be predicted or foretold in advance

proclamation

a public announcement

verdict

decision of a judge or jury