Lesson 4

a public meeting place where people can discuss and exchange views on various topics or issues

The community forum allowed residents to voice their concerns and suggestions.

a grand above-ground structure used for entombing the deceased or as a memorial

The family visited the mausoleum to pay their respects to their ancestors.

the minimum number of people that must be present for a meeting to officially begin or for decisions to be made

The board meeting could not proceed as scheduled because there was not enough members present to meet the quorum requirement.

unnecessary fuss or trouble

Without further ado, let's begin the meeting and address the important matters at hand.

a person who is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about a particular activity, subject, or interest

She is an aficionado of fine wines and can recommend the best ones.

a bold or swaggering display of courage or confidence, often used to mask fear, insecurity, or uncertainty

His bravado often preceded him, with his confident demeanor masking his inner doubts and insecurities.

a genus of flowering plants commonly known as goldenrods, characterized by their tall, bright yellow flower spikes

In the late summer, fields and meadows come alive with the vibrant hues of solidago, adding a splash of yellow to the landscape.

an annual publication containing a wealth of information, such as calendars, astronomical data, weather forecasts, recipes, statistics, and other useful or interesting facts

someone who experiences an irresistible impulse to steal items, typically without any personal need or financial motive

The shop owner suspected that the frequent disappearance of small items from his store was the work of a kleptomaniac.

a small decorative item, often trivial or of little value, used to adorn shelves or display surfaces

The shelves in her living room were filled with knickknacks collected from her travels around the world, each one holding sentimental value.

a condition in which the number of healthy red blood cells in one's body is low

The patient was diagnosed with anemia after blood tests.

a long, elaborate song that is melodious and is intended for a solo voice, especially in an opera

the quality or state of being extremely abundant

The library provides a cornucopia of resources for students.

a potentially fatal disease normally transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito

He contracted malaria during his trip to the tropical region and had to be treated immediately.

any of the order of mammals that carry their young babies in a pouch, such as kangaroos, found either in Australia or Americas

a psychological condition or personality trait characterized by an inflated sense of power, importance, or self-worth

The dictator's megalomania led him to believe he was destined to rule the world.

unhealthy vapors rising from the ground or other sources

a warm and wistful emotion of longing or missing past experiences and cherished memories

The smell of freshly baked cookies filled her with nostalgia for her grandmother's kitchen.

a word that mimics the sound it represents

"Buzz," "hiss," and "moo" are examples of onomatopoeia used to mimic natural sounds.

an individual who is avoided and not liked, accepted, or respected by society or a group of people

She felt like a pariah at the party because of her controversial opinions on politics.