Chapter VI Vocabulary

Matching Exercise

____  demonstrative A.  Lacking order, connection, or harmony; unable to think or speak clearly or consecutively.
____  convalescence B.  A showing or appearance of dignity or importance.
____  pompous C.  To raise trivial objection.
____  expediency D.  A deed or act that is notable. v. To use to the best advantage of; to make use of in a selfish or unethical way.
____  exploit E.  The state or quality of being selfish; pertaining to or prompted by interest rather than by what is right.
____  quibble F.  Serving to point out or to demonstrate; able to prove beyond any doubt; conclusive and convincing.
____  incoherent G.   Gradual recovery of health and strength after a sickness.




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demonstrative            Serving to point out or to demonstrate; able to prove beyond any doubt; conclusive and convincing.
convalescence            Gradual recovery of health and strength after a sickness.
pompous            A showing or appearance of dignity or importance.
expediency             TThe state or quality of being selfish; pertaining to or prompted by interest rather than by what is right.
exploit            A deed or act that is notable. v. To use to the best advantage of; to make use of in a selfish or unethical way.
quibble            To raise trivial objection.
incoherent            Lacking order, connection, or harmony; unable to think or speak clearly or consecutively.