Dictionary

Question 1

Jejune

Answer 1

Naive, simplistic, superficial.

You don’t write a jejune collection of hodgepodge letters and numbers like these.

Question 2

Conception

Answer 2

The formation/devising of an idea/plan.

From this short interview with Pfuel, Prince Andrew, thanks to his Austerlitz experiences, was able to form a clear conception of the man.

Question 3

Indubitable

Answer 3

Impossible to doubt.

The existence of self is indubitable.

Question 4

Arianism

Answer 4

A form of heresy which maintained that the Son of God was created/conceived by God himself.

Question 5

Abeyance

Answer 5

A state of temporary disuse or suspension.

Matters were held in abeyance, pending further enquiries.

Question 6

Latent

Answer 6

Existing but not yet manifested or developed.
Hidden or concealed.

The dancer had a large reserve of latent talent.

Question 7

Desiccated

Answer 7

Lacking vitality or interest.
Having had all moisture dried up.

With Messi retiring, Barcelona’s quality of football was now desiccated.

Question 8

Ecclesiastical

Answer 8

Relating to the Christian Church or its clergy.

The pews, while now sitting in their new home, continued to emit their ecclesiastical aura.

Question 9

Exponent

Answer 9

A person who supports an idea or theory and tries to persuade people of it’s truth or benefits.

He was an exponent of cardio-vascular exercise.

Question 10

Synthesis

Answer 10

The combination of components or elements to form a connected whole.

Donald’s latest synthesis was revolutionary, integrating his job status into his approaches.

Question 11

Conciliar

Answer 11

Relating to or proceeding from a council, especially an ecclesiastical one.

I see him rather as one whose heart does not beat in unison with the conciliar fathers.

Question 12

Impotent

Answer 12

Unable to action.
Helpless, powerless.

The recent surgery had caused Riccardo to become impotent.

Question 13

Fetter

Answer 13

Ankle chains.

High value prisoners are required to wear both handcuffs and fetters.

Question 14

Inimical

Answer 14

Tending to obstruct or harm.

The policy was inimical to Britain’s real interests.
Shin splints are inimical to my well-being.

Question 15

Despot

Answer 15

A ruler or other person who holds absolute power. Typically who exercises it in a cruel or oppressive way.

The despot of the state, Diddilo, demonstrated a particular disliking of exposed skin.

Question 16

Transgress

Answer 16

Go beyond the limits of.

With the increased training volume, Jun began to transgress all his previous records.

Question 17

Anthropomorphism

Answer 17

The attribution of human characteristics to an animal, human or God.

Scientists have traditionally poo-pooed anthropomorphism, the attribution of human feelings and motives to animals.

Question 18

Hanker

Answer 18

Feel a strong desire for / to do something.

The riches of Rome continued to hanker him.

Question 19

Acquittal

Answer 19

A judgement or verdict that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged.

Some of the judges, after reviewing the evidences, were in favor of acquittal.

Question 20

Intimation

Answer 20

An indication or hint.

The higher frequency of cold weather was an intimation that winter was approaching.

Question 21

Platonic

Answer 21

Intimate and affectionate, but not sexual.

Mack’s love of burgers was, unfortunately, not platonic.

Question 22

Dialectic

Answer 22

The art of investigating, or discussing the truth of opinions.

Plato believe we could attain knowledge through dialectic.

Question 23

Chaste

Answer 23

Not having sexual nature or intention.

The women of Sparta were chaste, according to Plutarch.

Question 24

Aloof

Answer 24

Conspicuously uninvolved.

He stayed aloof from the bickering.

Question 25

Diminution

Answer 25

Reduction in size, extent or importance.

The cold water caused the diminution of blood vessels.

Question 26

Delineate

Answer 26

Describe or portray.

In this essay I will attempt to delineate…