Lesson 26

a conclusion that does not logically follow from the stated premises

The argument contained a clear non sequitur between the premise and the conclusion.

a state of being indifferent or unconcerned, often in a calm and casual manner

Despite the rising tension in the room, Jake displayed remarkable nonchalance, continuing to sip his coffee as if nothing was amiss.

behaving in an unconcerned and calm manner

Despite the chaos around him, he maintained a nonchalant demeanor, calmly sipping his tea.

someone in the military who serves in a role without directly engaging in warfare (e.g. a medic or chaplain)

Noncombatants play a crucial role, providing emotional and physical support away from the frontlines.

unwilling to make a clear decision, express a definite opinion, or commit to any particular course of action

Even after the long discussion, he remained noncommittal, not letting on what he truly thought.

lacking in the qualities that make something or someone stand out or appear special, often appearing plain or ordinary

Her handwriting was nondescript, neither elegant nor messy, just plain and straightforward.

a person who lacks influence or importance in a particular setting or community

The critic dismissed the artist as a nonentity in the art community.

tiny, round sugar pellets used to decorate candies, cookies, or cakes

She sprinkled nonpareils over the cupcakes for a festive touch.

to confuse someone to the point of being unable to proceed or respond

The twist at the end of the novel will nonplus most readers, leaving them eager for the next installment.

to confuse someone to the point of being unable to proceed or respond

The twist at the end of the novel will nonplus most readers, leaving them eager for the next installment.

not living in a particular place or owned by permanent residents

to cause a surface to form small waves or ripples

The boat's movement undulated the canal's serene waters, disturbing the reflections.

(physics) a repeated movement or fluctuation, likened to the rise and fall of waves

To understand the properties of light, it's crucial to study its undulation, especially when it encounters different surfaces.

to a greater extent than is reasonable or acceptable

She was unduly concerned about a minor issue.

things that are alike or have the same qualities

The cultural homogeneity of the small town made it difficult for outsiders to integrate.

reflecting a similarity in arrangement, type, or origin, particularly within the same species

Within the animal kingdom, one can find homologous bone structures that suggest a shared lineage.

each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin

It's essential to consider context when deciphering the meaning of a homonym in a sentence.

(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin

The homophones "piece" and "peace" are frequently confused by new English learners.