Lesson 46

to reject something or someone

She repudiated her former beliefs after years of reflection.

extremely unpleasant and disgusting

The very thought of cruelty to animals is repugnant to me.

to drive back or push away

Sarah tried to make amends, but her former friend seemed to repulse every attempt at reconciliation.

a noisy fight or argument involving multiple people

A fracas broke out in the bar after someone spilled a drink.

easily getting annoyed, angry, or upset

Lack of sleep often makes her quite fractious by the afternoon.

a crack or break in a bone or other hard substance

A fracture is a medical term used to describe a crack or break in a bone or hard substance.

easily damaged or broken

The butterfly's wings were fragile, thin and translucent in the sunlight.

a structure used in sports competitions consisting of three adjacent platforms of different levels, on which winners stand to receive their awards

During the conference, each presenter had a designated time slot to speak from the podium.

another word for poetry or a poetic work

Classic poesy is taught in many literature courses to give students an appreciation for traditional poetic forms.

relating to poetry as a form of expression or literature

She has a poetic way of expressing herself, always choosing just the right words.

the belief in the existence of one or more gods or deities

His philosophy is rooted in theism, believing in a higher power.

a government where religious leaders are in charge and make the rules

Some believe that a theocracy can bring about moral governance, while others see it as a potential infringement on personal liberties.

a person who studies or specializes in theology and religious beliefs

Some of the most influential religious texts were written by renowned theologians of their time.

related to the study of religion and religious beliefs

She enrolled in a university to deepen her theological understanding.

the study of religions and faiths

She decided to study theology to better understand her faith.

a strong and irresistible urge to do something

Even though he knew it was a bad idea, he felt a compulsion to call his ex late at night.

forced to be done by law or authority

Attendance at the safety training session is compulsory for all employees.