Lesson 34

flying or passing through the air

The artist captured the volant motion of the eagle as it swooped down to catch its prey.

prone to unexpected and sudden changes, usually gets worse or dangerous

The political situation in the region is highly volatile.

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

She chose to pursue a career in art of her own volition, following her passion rather than external pressures.

the system by which a government collects money from citizens and businesses to fund public services

Taxation is necessary to fund public schools and hospitals.

the art of preserving the dead body of animals by skinning and then filling them with a specific substance in order to use them as decoration

The museum exhibit showcased stunning examples of wildlife preserved through taxidermy.

a cruel ruler with absolute power

Citizens lived in fear under the despot’s regime, knowing that disobedience would be harshly punished.

belonging to or having the characteristics of a despot

dominance through threat of punishment and violence

to meet or bring together a group of people for an official meeting

The board of directors will convene next week to discuss the company's strategy.

a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

an instrument of execution for execution by strangulation

a military stronghold where soldiers are stationed for defense

The castle served as a garrison for the king's soldiers.

to make amends for one's wrongdoings

He sought to expiate his mistakes by volunteering at the local shelter.

to use someone or something in an unfair way, which is only advantageous to oneself

Some companies exploit natural resources without regard for environmental conservation.

having an excessive and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially in death and disease

His morbid fascination with crime scenes disturbed his friends.

approaching death

He was found moribund after days without food or water.

someone who prepares dead bodies for burial or cremation and arranges funerals as their job

As a mortician, Sarah helps grieving families with funeral arrangements and ensures that deceased loved ones are prepared for burial or cremation with dignity and respect.

to help a person, who is either disappointed or emotionally suffering, feel better

Friends consoled her after the failure of her project.

the act of providing comfort to someone who is upset or disappointed

She offered words of consolation to her grieving friend.

to combine two or more things in order to make them easier to handle or increase their efficiency

The company decided to consolidate its various departments to streamline operations and improve communication.