Lesson 46

to include or represent something as an essential part within a larger entity or concept

The constitution is meant to embody the fundamental rights and freedoms of the citizens.

to include or represent something as an essential part within a larger entity or concept

The constitution is meant to embody the fundamental rights and freedoms of the citizens.

a living being or a thing that represents something abstract such as a feeling

unwelcoming or unfriendly towards others, making others feel uncomfortable in their presence

The innkeeper was inhospitable, showing no warmth or kindness to her guests.

lacking compassion, empathy, or decency, often being cruel or brutal

The inhuman treatment of prisoners shocked the international community.

absence of appreciation for things one has or has been given

to bring oneself into favor with someone by trying to please them

He tried to ingratiate himself with the hiring manager by praising the company's recent success.

a person who expresses no appreciation

a heavily armed ship legally able to attack and rob enemy ships

the act of denying someone access to basic needs such as food, money, or rights

The regime's policies led to widespread privation of civil liberties.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

refraining from sexual activity outside of marriage or entirely

The monk lived a chaste life devoted to spiritual discipline.

the religious vow of never having any sexual relations

to severely criticize, often with the intention of correcting someone's behavior or actions

The teacher chastised the student for disrupting the class with loud behavior.

(of plants) not having any hard or woody parts

a carefully arranged collection of dried plants for study purposes

(of an animal) solely feeding on plants

Cows are herbivorous mammals that graze on grass and other vegetation.

a deep and painful sadness

causing or displaying great sadness or distress

She gave a dolorous sigh as she read the tragic news.