Describe these words
What's the difference between the bourgeoisie and a bureaucracy?
the bourgeoisie is a class of people that are neither rich nor poor
a bureaucracy is a system, usually within a government, for how to get things done
What is the difference between saying that something is disproportionate, or saying that something is illegitimate?
Something that is illegitimate is not considered authentic or trusted by the majority.
What is the difference between grit and atrophy?
Grit refers to pluck, or motivation, or the ability to stick with something despite obstacles.
Atrophy refers to something breaking down or wasting away because we don't give them attention. For example, if we don't use our muscles they atrophy. If we don't maintain buildings, they also atrophy.
What is the difference between something that is mediocre and something that is meritocratic?
Mediocre means neither great nor horrible. It is simply 'meh', average.
Meritocratic is an adjective that refers to a social system that recognizes an individuals skills and abilities as variables to succeed in jobs, at school, etc.
What is the difference between saying that something is inflammatory, versus saying that something is evocative?
Inflammatory means inciting action or rebellion (literally stoking a fire). We usually use inflammatory to refer to someone's words.
Something evocative reminds you of something. It could be from your senses: a smell, a sight, a sound, a taste. OR words can also evoke feelings. (His poem evoked a sense of nostalgia for 5 year old self)
Name something that can be skewed.
the results of a test, an election, a research project
Give an example of a 'screed'.
A long, detailed email to the Dean complaining bitterly about unfair grades, unfair holidays, unfair class policies, etc.
name something that can be nuanced, or has nuance.
a piece of writing; the result of a research project; a fabric, the design on a building, etc.