VOCABULARY
ANARCHY (noun)
Definition:
a situation in which there is no organization and control, especially in society, because there is no effective government.
Example:
-The country has been in a state of anarchy since the inconclusive election.
-If the pay deal isn't settled amicably there'll be anarchy in the factories.
REITERATE (verb)
Definition:
to say something again, once or several times.
Example:
The government has reiterated its refusal to compromise with terrorists.
AGGRESSION (noun)
Definition;
a. spoken or physical behavior that is threatening or involves harm to someone or something:
Example:
- Some types of dog are bred for aggression.
Definition:
b. forceful playing in sport that is intended to win points.
PIQUE (noun)
Definition:
a feeling of anger, especially caused by damage to your feeling of being proud of yourself.
Example:
He stormed from the room in a fit of pique, shouting that he had been misunderstood.
CONTRITE (adjective)
Definition:
feeling very sorry and guilty for something bad that you have done.
Example:
A contrite apology/expression.
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