2nd week English
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 allusion | a reference to something literary, mythological, or historical that the author assumes the reader will recognize |
| chiasmus | a statement consisting of two parallel parts in which the second part is structurally reversed ("Susan walked in, and out rushed Mary.") |
| lassitude | weariness of body or mind, lack of energy |
| licentious | displaying a lack of moral or legal restraints |
| pecuniary | relating to or involving money |
| assail | launch an attack or assault on |
| ruminate | reflect deeply on a subject |
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