English 3 Lesson 1 Vocabulary Review

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vernacular

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n. the native language or dialect of a country or region; everyday or informal language; adj. using everyday language.

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rhetorical

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adj. the effective use of words (particularly in prose composition) designed to be impressive; showy and oratorical.

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ambiguous

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adj. having more than one possible meaning; uncertain; vague or unclear.

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usurp

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v. to take (power, rights, position, etc) by force, wrongfully, or without rights.

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introspective

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adj. given to examination of one's own thoughts and feelings; contemplative.

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felicitous

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adj. well chosen or suited to the circumstances; pleasing and fortunate.

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intricacy

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n. the quality of being intricate; complexity or detail.

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provocative

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adj. causing annoyance, anger, or another strong reaction, especially deliberately.

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accentuate

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v. to make more noticeable or prominent.

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comprehensive

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adj. complete and including everything that is necessary.