Spelling Words Row 2 (17/03) Flashcards
Dentrifice
A substance, like toothpaste or powder, used for cleaning teeth.
Example: “She squeezed a bit of dentrifice onto her toothbrush and began her morning routine.”
Eleemosynary
Relating to charity or giving to the poor.
Example: “The billionaire’s eleemosynary donations helped fund schools and hospitals in underserved areas.”
Faience
Glazed ceramic pottery, often brightly colored and historically significant in ancient Egypt and Europe.
Example: “The museum displayed an ancient Egyptian faience amulet, its blue glaze still vibrant after thousands of years.”
Fibranne
A type of fabric made from rayon, known for its softness and durability.
Example: “Her summer dress was made of fibranne, giving it a light and breathable feel.”
Frondescence
The process or state of leaves unfolding or growing.
Example: “Spring brought a lush frondescence to the once-barren trees, signaling the arrival of warmer days.”
Grissini
Thin, crispy Italian breadsticks, often served as an appetizer.
Example: “The restaurant served freshly baked grissini with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.”
Hegemonies
Dominance or leadership, especially by one country, group, or ideology over others.
Example: “Throughout history, various empires have established hegemonies over vast regions, shaping cultures and economies.”
Ichthyosaur
An extinct marine reptile that resembled a dolphin and lived during the Mesozoic era.
Example: “Fossils of the ichthyosaur reveal that it was a fast-swimming predator of the ancient seas.”
Idiosyncratic
Characteristic of a particular person, group, or thing; quirky or unusual in nature.
Example: “His idiosyncratic way of organizing his bookshelves made it difficult for anyone else to find anything.”
Infinitesimal
Extremely small, almost immeasurable.
Example: “The difference in temperature was so infinitesimal that it couldn’t be detected without precise instruments.”
Interstitial
Relating to or occurring in the small spaces between things, often used in contexts like biology or medicine.
Example: “The interstitial spaces between the cells are crucial for transporting nutrients in the body.”
Iontophoresis
A medical treatment that uses electrical currents to deliver medication through the skin.
Example: “The doctor recommended iontophoresis to help reduce the inflammation in her knee by delivering anti-inflammatory drugs directly to the area.”
Jodhpurs
Tight-fitting trousers that flare out from the knee and are typically worn for horseback riding.
Example: “She wore jodhpurs and tall boots as she prepared for her riding lesson at the stables.”
Kakistocracy
A government or rule by the least qualified or most corrupt individuals.
Example: “The country’s descent into kakistocracy led to widespread public dissatisfaction and protests.”
Lavaliere
A type of necklace or pendant, often worn with a ribbon or chain, or a microphone used in broadcasting.
Example: “She wore a delicate lavaliere around her neck, which complemented her elegant evening gown.”
Ligniperdous
Destructive to wood, often used to describe insects or organisms that damage wood.
Example: “The ligniperdous beetles had infested the old wooden house, causing severe damage to its structure.”
Miasma
A harmful or unpleasant atmosphere due to bad air or pollution.
Example: “The town’s poor sanitation led to a miasma of foul odors that residents believed caused illness.”
Mitochondria
Organelles in cells that produce energy through cellular respiration, often referred to as the “powerhouses” of the cell.
Example: “The mitochondria are essential for energy production, helping cells perform their vital functions.”
Mountebank
A person who deceives others, especially in the context of selling fake medicines or engaging in fraudulent schemes.
Example: “The mountebank claimed his potion could cure any ailment, but the crowd was skeptical of his promises.”
