What's the Word?
Definition: (noun) the outer limits or edge of an area or object.
Periphery
Use the word "Mortify" in a sentence.
Mortify (verb) - to cause someone to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated.
Syn: Repeat, Reinforce, Restate
Ant: Stop, Contradict, Undermine
"Reiterate" (verb) - to repeat what was previously said or expressed.
Give the part of speech & definition for "Convene."
(verb) come together for a meeting or activity.
What's an example of a classroom rule that shouldn't need to be reiterated?
Any rule that should be "obvious" and not need repeating.
Definition: (adjective) understood by only a few.
Arcane
Use the word "Expedient" in a sentence.
Expedient (adjective) - (of an action) convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral.
Syn: Hide, Conceal, Secret
Ant: Honesty, Openness, Clarity
"Subterfuge" (noun) - deceit in order to achieve a goal.
Give the part of speech & definition for "Levity."
(adjective) To treat a serious matter with humor.
Give an example of an expedient solution to a problem that would be better served by incremental change.
A foolish, or immoral, solution to a complex problem that would be better served by many small changes over time.
Definition: (verb) come or bring together for a meeting or activity.
Convene
Use the word "Apocryphal" in a sentence.
Apocryphal (adjective) - (of a story, or statement) of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.
Syn: Carefree, Light-Heartedness, Humor
Ant: Serious, Grave, Somber
"Levity" (noun) - humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect.
Give the part of speech & definition for "Vacillate."
(verb) To alternate between two different actions or opinions.
Any example of a complex issue that people spread lies about, or accuse others of hiding their true intentions. (ex. most conspiracy theories)
Definition: (verb) to alternate, or waiver, between two different actions or opinions.
Vacillate
Use the word "Incremental" in a sentence.
Incremental (adjective) - relating to an increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale.
Syn: Spread, Ooze, Demonstrate
Ant: Absorb, Take Up, Conceal
"Exude" (verb) - To display strongly and openly.
Give the part of speech & definition for "Raconteur."
(noun) An individual who is skilled at telling stories.
What kinds of gesticulations would you expect to see from a public speaker who exudes confidence?
Describe the non-verbal communication of someone who is a strong public speaker.
Definition: (noun) a person who tells anecdotes (stories) in a skillful and amusing way.
Raconteur
Use the word "Imperturbable" in a sentence.
Imperturbable (adjective) - unable to be bothered, excited, or upset.
Syn: Signal, Sign, Gesture
Ant: Stillness, Reserved, Restrained
"Gesticulate" (verb) - use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words.
Give the part of speech & definition for "Imperturbable."
(adjective) Unable to be bothered.
Give an example of a peripheral interest that someone could keep secret, only to be mortified if it were exposed.