Vocabulary Development:
Meaning in Context:
Chapter: 4 Assertive Skills
Alpaca: A domesticated
South American mammal known for its soft, woolly fleece.
Example: Alpaca wool is
highly prized for its warmth and softness in making clothing items.
Complacence: A feeling of
self-satisfaction or contentment, often to the point of smugness.
Example: Her complacence
about her success made her seem arrogant.
Disconcerting: Causing
confusion, disturbance, or unease.
Example: The sudden change
in plans was disconcerting to the team.
Chancel: The area in a
church where the altar is located typically reserved for clergy.
Example: The choir sang
from the chancel during the church service.
Genuflect: To bend one's
knee as a sign of reverence or worship, especially in a religious context.
Example: People genuflect
when entering the church as a sign of respect.
Cassock: A long,
close-fitting robe worn by clergy, often black or another dark color.
Example: The priest wore a
cassock during the religious ceremony.
Discreet: Showing good
judgment and careful behavior in order to keep something confidential.
Example: He was discreet
about their private conversation, not sharing it with anyone else.
Congregation: A group of
people assembled for religious worship or a formal gathering.
Example: The congregation
gathered for Sunday morning services.
Surplice: Wearing a
surplice, which is a white, lightweight liturgical vestment worn by clergy.
Example: The choir members
were surplice for the church ceremony.
Refectory: A room, usually
in a monastery or school, where meals are served.
Example: The students ate
their meals in the school's refectory.
Jockeyed: To manipulate or manoeuvre
something, often in a competitive or strategic context.
Example: He jockeyed for a
better position in the company by networking with key individuals.
Obsequious: Excessively
obedient or attentive to gain favor or approval from others.
Example: His obsequious behavior towards his boss was transparent and insincere.
Ecclesiastical: Related to
the church or its hierarchy and structure.
Example: The ecclesiastical
authorities made decisions regarding church doctrine.
Deportment: The way a
person behaves, carries them, or conducts themselves in social situations.
Example: Her polite
deportment and good manners made a positive impression on others.
Irreproachable: Beyond
criticism; faultless or blameless.
Example: His conduct at
work was irreproachable, and he was highly regarded by his colleagues.
Unimpeachable: Unable to be
criticized or doubted; entirely trustworthy.
Example: The witness's
unimpeachable testimony played a crucial role in the trial.
Sallow: Having a pale,
sickly, or yellowish complexion.
Example: After being ill
for several days, her complexion appeared sallow.
Lamentable: Deserving of
pity or regret; unfortunate or distressing.
Example: The lamentable
state of the impoverished neighborhood called for immediate action.
Prudence: The quality of
being cautious, wise, and sensible in decision-making.
Example: It's important to
exercise prudence when making financial investments.
Latitude: Freedom to make
choices and decisions; the scope or range of options.
Example: The project
allowed for some latitude in choosing the design elements.
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