Lesson 3

not caring about the possible results of one's actions that could be dangerous

The reckless gambler bet all of his savings on a risky investment, with disastrous consequences.

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

The theater company invited a talented dramatist to write an original script for their upcoming production.

to turn a book, story, or an event into a movie or play

Historical accounts of great leaders are often dramatized in biographical films to engage modern audiences.

a device created to cause explosion and fire in order to completely destroy something

The police found an incendiary hidden in the abandoned building.

to provoke extreme anger in a person

The decision to close down the community center without prior notice incensed the local residents.

something that is used as an encouraging and motivating factor

The opportunity to travel abroad was a great incentive for volunteers to participate in the program.

in exactly the same words as used originally

She repeated the instructions verbatim so nothing would be missed.

the manner in which something is expressed in words

using or having an excessive number of words

The writer's style is known for being verbose, with long and convoluted sentences.

the quality of containing unnecessary and excessive words or terms in speech or writing

The journalist's writing was praised for its concise style, avoiding unnecessary verbosity.

the female head of an abbey, convent, or other religious houses of nuns

We elected Sister Margaret as our new abbess, recognizing her leadership qualities and dedication to the community.

a church with buildings connected to it in which a group of monks or nuns live or used to live

We visited the abbey during our vacation, marveling at its breathtaking architecture and tranquil surroundings.

the male spiritual leader and administrator of an abbey, monastery, or group of monasteries

Let us gather in the chapel to listen to the abbot's sermon, as his words always bring clarity and inspiration.

capable of being physically sensed

The lump on his arm was palpable, even through the fabric.

(of heart) to pound irregularly and rapidly

The sound of the approaching footsteps made his heart palpitate in anticipation.

an illness causing limitations in the functionality of a specific body part

His facial muscles were affected by the palsy, causing a partial paralysis.

the rhythmic emphasis or stress placed on a syllable within a metrical foot of verse

The poet adjusted the cadence to maintain the iambic rhythm.

a solo section at the end of a musical piece for the performer to show their skill and creativity

The composer wrote a challenging cadenza for the soloist to demonstrate her musicality and expressiveness.

a state of being humiliated, belittled, or reduced in rank

She felt a profound abasement when her ideas were dismissed and ridiculed during the meeting.