Week 4: 43-49

Question 1

Gratuitous

Answer 1

(adj. ) done, given, or obtained without payment; unearned

(adj. ) unwarranted, unjustified, uncalled for

Question 2

Hegemony

Answer 2

(n) dominance or influence of one group or force over others

Question 3

Rift

Answer 3

(n) a narrow fissure in rock

(n) a break in an interpersonal relationship

Question 4

Grievous

Answer 4

(adj. ) causing great pain, suffering, or grief

(adj. ) serious dire, severe, or extremely harmful; oppressive, burdensome

Question 5

Ephemeral

Answer 5

(adj. ) short-lived or lasting only a brief period

(adj) lasting only one day

Question 6

Aspersion

Answer 6

(n) a false, derogatory claim meant to injure someone’s reputation
(n) the act of making such a claim
(n) a sprinkling water, especially as part of a religious ceremony

Question 7

Halcyon

Answer 7

(adj. ) calm, peaceful, or tranquil

(adj. ) prosperous or wealthy