Lesson 10

anything of mixed origin

an evil design or plan

different; dissimilar

done without care; in a routine fashion

a barrier; an obstruction

clothing; garments

Dr. Bach _________ his diagnoses for his patients so they can properly take care of themselves

wise; full of knowledge

one who enjoys his or her own pain and suffering

The soldier's __________ contrasted with the native attire

impressive; showy; magnificent

a peculiar personality trait

to whiten; to make pale

to ridicule; to mock

having a negative effect; insulting

choosing from various sources

a work that imitates another in a ridiculous manner

Nancy did not like her employer, but she never made ______________ comments because she knew it could get her fired.

diplomacy; tact; artful management

an outcome; a result

Sometimes Nikki wakes up early because the _________ curtains over the bedroom windows let too much light in

resembling; seeming; half

imaginary; fantastical

suitable for marriage in age and physical development

The ambassador's lack of _________ in dealing with hostile forces caused major problems for the country.