Essentials Vocabulary - Week 13
devoid:
[dih-VOID] Adjective/Verb
Meaning
Not possessing, untouched by, void, or destitute. (adj.) Entirely lacking or free from. (v.) ● ●
Usage
The desert is currently devoid of plant life. (adj.). He kept his voice devoid of emotion. (v.).
Synonyms
empty, wanting, bare, barren, lacking
Antonyms
full
devout:
[dih-VOUT] Adjective
Meaning
Devoted to divine worship or service. Earnest or sincere.
Usage
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My family is devout Catholic and we go to Church every Sunday. He expressed his devout allegiance to the political party.
Synonyms
adoring, ardent, faithful, fervent, passionate, pious
Antonyms
apathetic, cold, cool, dishonest, disloyal
dialect:
[DAHY-uh-lekt] Noun
Meaning
A variety of a language that is distinguished from other varieties of the same language by features of phonology, grammar, vocabulary and usage.
Usage
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It is quite challenging to understand his dialect. Some dialects sound similar and have the same grammar rules.
Synonyms
accent, idiom, jargon, local language, lingo, speech
Antonyms
standard