Words set Nine Flashcards
Incongruously meaning
Definition: In a way that is not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something; something that does not fit well or is out of place.
Use incongruously in a sentence
Adverb: Incongruously
Example Sentence: The modern art piece looked incongruously placed in the historic museum.
Adjective: Incongruous
Example Sentence: His casual attire seemed incongruous at the formal event.
Noun: Incongruity
Example Sentence: There was a certain incongruity in the way the serious discussion was interrupted by a loud, comedic outburst.
Conglomerate meaning
A large corporation formed by the merging of separate and diverse companies; also refers to a rock consisting of pebbles or stones embedded in a matrix.
Use conglomerate in a sentence
Noun: Conglomerate
Example Sentence: The conglomerate acquired several smaller companies in different industries.
Adjective: Conglomerate (describing something made up of diverse parts or components)
Example Sentence: The conglomerate business model can be both advantageous and risky.
Ostensibly meaning
Definition: Appearing or claiming to be one thing when it is really something else; apparently or on the surface.
Use ostensibly in a sentence
Adverb: Ostensibly
Example Sentence: The event was ostensibly a charity gala, but it seemed more like a social gathering.
Adjective: Ostensible
Example Sentence: His ostensible reason for the trip was business, but some suspected he was on vacation.
Noun: Ostensibility (less common)
Example Sentence: The ostensibility of her claims was questioned by her colleagues.
Pernicious meaning
Definition: Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
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Adjective: Pernicious
Example Sentence: The pernicious effects of the new policy were not immediately apparent.
Adverb: Perniciously
Example Sentence: The rumour spread perniciously throughout the office.
Noun: Perniciousness
Example Sentence: The perniciousness of the toxic substance was confirmed by the lab results.
Erudite meaning
Definition: Having or showing great knowledge or learning.
Decrepitude meaning
Definition: The state of being decrepit; worn out or ruined due to age or neglect.
Use erudite in a sentence
Adjective: Erudite
Example Sentence: The professor’s erudite lecture covered a broad range of topics.
Adverb: Eruditely
Example Sentence: He spoke eruditely about the nuances of classical literature.
Noun: Erudition
Example Sentence: Her erudition in medieval history was impressive.
Use decrepitude in a sentence
Noun: Decrepitude
Example Sentence: The decrepitude of the old building was evident in its crumbling walls.
Adjective: Decrepit
Example Sentence: The decrepit car was barely functional after years of neglect.
Belligerence meaning
Definition: Aggressive or warlike behaviour or attitudes.
Use belligerence in a sentence
Noun: Belligerence
Example Sentence: His belligerence in negotiations made it difficult to reach an agreement.
Adjective: Belligerent
Example Sentence: The belligerent attitude of the opposing team escalated the conflict.
Adverb: Belligerently
Example Sentence: She argued belligerently with anyone who disagreed with her.
Denizen meaning
Definition: An inhabitant or occupant of a particular place; a person who is often seen in a particular environment.
