Lesson 11

capable of easily catching fire

The inflammable wood was a hazard and had to be removed from the construction site.

causing or involving swelling and irritation of body tissues

Inflammatory skin disorders like psoriasis and eczema result in redness and itching of the skin.

a sudden and impulsive decision or desire that someone has without much thought or reason behind it

On a whim, she decided to drive to the beach instead of going to work.

driven by impulses and desires rather than logical necessity or reasoning

His whimsical decision to take a spontaneous trip surprised everyone.

suggested or understood without being verbally expressed

His tacit approval was evident from his nod, even though he said nothing.

tending to be reserved and untalkative, in a way that makes one seem unfriendly

His taciturn demeanor at the party gave the impression that he wasn't enjoying himself.

sensitivity and consideration in dealing with others to avoid causing trouble or offense

She handled the delicate conversation with great tact, avoiding any hurt feelings.

a person who is skilled in planning strategies and executing actions to achieve a goal

The business tactician analyzed market trends and competitors' strategies to develop an innovative business approach.

a carefully planned action or strategy to achieve a specific goal

She used a clever tactic to negotiate a better deal.

a device that automatically records changes in atmospheric pressure over time

Weather forecasters rely on networks of barographs strategically positioned worldwide to monitor pressure gradients across regions.

a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure

Barometer readings are a useful indicator of how weather might differ at higher elevations compared to sea level.

to involve or suggest someone's participation or connection in a crime or wrongdoing

Witness testimony served to implicate the suspect in the bank robbery.

suggesting something without directly stating it

His implicit approval was evident from the nod of his head.

to suggest without explicitly stating

The politician's statement seemed to imply that there was more to the story than what was being revealed.

showing a tendency to be less strict about rules or discipline

The lax security measures at the airport raised concerns about potential breaches.

a substance, usually a drug, used to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

the state or quality of being careless and lacking moral strictness or discipline

The teacher's laxity in grading assignments resulted in inconsistent and unfair evaluations.

someone who has committed or has been legally found guilty of a serious crime

Amanda's conviction for arson resulted in her being labeled a felon and serving a lengthy prison sentence.

relating to or having the characteristic of a crime

The investigation revealed a trail of felonious activities conducted by the criminal organization.

a serious crime such as arson, murder, rape, etc.

Tax evasion is a felony offense that can lead to substantial fines and imprisonment if convicted.