Term
advent
the coming or arrival of
to shine light on something
illuminate
The company chose to __________ its investments to reduce financial risk.
diversify
The signing of the Declaration of Independence was an outstanding and important act in American history
momentous
graph, gram
to write
eclectic
a selection of what is best from a variety of sources
besiege
to surround
The hero’s journey across the dangerous land became an __________ tale remembered for generations.
epic
Please make your comments short, direct, and to the point.
pithy
physi
nature
insoluble
incapable of dissolving or being solved
an impelling force to accomplish a task
impetus
The signing of the peace treaty was a __________ event in the nation’s history.
momentous
The verbal threats from the country's leaders began to start or initiate a military conflict
instigate
nomen, nomin, nom
name
conductive
tending to bring about something
floating wreckage or debris
flotsam
Rather than challenge the rules, he preferred to keep the __________ and avoid conflict.
status quo
The small differences between the colors were not apparent to anyone but the designer
nuances
jur
to swear
traverse
to travel a given area
operated, moved, or powered by water or other liquids
hydraulic
The __________ woman was known for her devotion and faithful way of life.
pious
Do not make snap judgment with insufficient evidence. Gather full and complete details first.
surmise
phil
to love