Lesson 24

connected with God or a god, and considered holy or deeply respected in religious contexts

The river is considered sacred in many indigenous cultures.

the act of disrespectfully treating a sacred item or place

Vandalizing a place of worship is considered a sacrilege by many religious communities.

to give something as a reward or compensation for services, favors, or achievements

The hero was requited with riches and honors for his bravery in battle.

an act of giving something in return for an action or something else

The generous gift was given as a requital for his years of loyalty.

required for a particular purpose or situation

Fulfilling the requisite qualifications is essential for applying to the job.

(of a cost or price) so high that discourages purchasing or doing something

The prohibitory cost of healthcare often discourages people from seeking necessary treatments.

an official rule or law that forbids something

Smoking in public buildings is under prohibition.

extremely large or vast in physical size

The Grand Canyon's immense size and breathtaking beauty attract millions of visitors each year.

to completely put something into a liquid

The cook immersed the vegetables completely in the boiling water.

(particularly of something unpleasant) likely to take place in the near future

With tensions escalating between the two countries, war seemed imminent.

to kill oneself or someone as a sacrifice, especially by fire

In ancient rituals, it was believed that some would immolate themselves to appease the gods.

acting in a way that goes against accepted moral standards or principles

Stealing from others is considered immoral in every society.

to make someone or something so famous that people remember it for a long time

The playwright immortalized the struggles of the working class through a timeless drama that resonated with audiences worldwide.

to take a person or thing to a confined space and trap them there

The kidnappers decided to immure the hostages in an abandoned warehouse.

unable to be changed or altered, remaining constant and unchanging over time

The laws of physics are considered immutable, governing the universe without exception.

to feel extremely discouraged, disheartened, or in low spirits

He desponded for weeks after the business failure but eventually found the strength to start anew.

feeling hopeless, discouraged, or in low spirits, often due to a sense of failure or loss

The failure of his business left him feeling despondent and unsure about the future.

be overcome with laughter

a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

marked by sudden, involuntary, and jerky muscular contractions or spasms

She suffered from convulsive seizures that required medication.