Lesson 23

avoiding excess or waste in expenditure or consumption, and only using what is necessary

The team operated with parsimony, requesting only essential equipment and personnel.

spending money very reluctantly

Critics argued the government had grown too parsimonious in funding for education and social programs.

to explain or interpret something in a clear and detailed manner, often uncovering deeper meanings

The professor asked him to explicate the theory behind the experiment.

expressed very clearly, leaving no doubt or confusion

The instructions were explicit, leaving no room for misunderstanding.

a type of freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae, typically with a deep body and barbels near the mouth

The lake is stocked with several species of carp for anglers.

a type of freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae, typically with a deep body and barbels near the mouth

The lake is stocked with several species of carp for anglers.

a state of extreme aggression or force to the point of being nearly out of control

Hurricane winds blew with ferocity, tearing down trees and endangering structures.

extremely aggressive or intense in appearance or behavior

The ferocious lion bared its teeth, ready to defend its territory.

to make excessively dry by removing moisture from an object, substance, or surface

The week-long heat wave parched crops across the region.

to make excessively dry by removing moisture from an object, substance, or surface

The week-long heat wave parched crops across the region.

slender, flexible, and graceful in movement

The lithe gymnast executed complex routines with precision and ease.

graceful and physically flexible that allows for ease and fluidity of movement

Dancers are selected for their lithesome frames that can extension to dramatic lines.

a short verse or poem on a tombstone, serving to commemorate or convey a message to visitors of the grave

At the funeral, a close friend read aloud the heartfelt epitaph etched into the gravestone.

an abusive word or insulting nickname that is used instead of someone's name or title

She scorned those who called her the "bride of Dracula," rejecting the insulting epithet.

a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type

She was the epitome of youthful exuberance with her constant energy and smiles.

to serve as a typical example or embodiment of a concept, idea, or category

Their startup company epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit of the tech industry.

(of objects or works) lacking the precision or quality one would expect from a paid professional

The garage band produced only amateur pop songs before gaining industry experience.

relating to or involving love or romance

In his poetry, the poet is known for his intimate and amatory descriptions of romantic encounters.

getting straight to the core of the matter in a direct, efficient manner

Knowing we had limited time before our flight, Tom gave us a curt overview of the key points to focus on in the presentation.

to place limits or boundaries on something to reduce its scope or size

Rising costs have led many companies to curtail benefits and perks for employees in recent years.