The Writing Life chapters 1 and 2

Question 1

Epistemological

Answer 1

adjective; relating to the theory of knowledge

Distinction between justified belief and opinion

Question 2

Jettison

Answer 2

verb; to abandon or discard someone/something that is no longer wanted

Question 3

Impunity

Answer 3

noun; exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action

Question 4

Obverse

Answer 4

noun; opposite or counterpart of a fact or truth

Question 5

Amassing

Answer 5

verb; to gather or accumulate, usually in a large amount over a span of time

Question 6

Concomitantly

Answer 6

adjective/adverb; existing or occurring with something else in a lesser way

Question 7

Scaffolding

Answer 7

noun; temporary structure for holding workers/materials

Question 8

Idyll

Answer 8

noun; a picturesque scene that is charmingly simple or serene

Question 9

Jeer

Answer 9

verb; to make a rude and mocking remark

Question 10

Castigate

Answer 10

verb; to criticize or reprimand someone severely

Question 11

Fanaticism

Answer 11

noun; wildly excessive or irrational devotion, dedication, or enthusiasm

Question 12

Intractable

Answer 12

adjective; not easily managed, controlled, or solved