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impertinent. (adjective) irrelevant; not pertaining to something else Sentence – When reading nonfiction, you must separate impertinent information from important information. . inference. (noun) a conclusion based on facts
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impertinent • (adjective) irrelevant; not pertaining to something else • Sentence – When reading nonfiction, you must separate impertinent information from important information.
inference • (noun) a conclusion based on facts • Sentence – It was a reasonable inference that the burner was on, since the pot of water was boiling.
introspection • (noun) the examination of one’s own thoughts and feelings • Sentence – My stress causes me to take part in introspection because I think about what I’m feeling.
jaunty • (adjective) having or showing a carefree self-confident air; happy • Sentence – The little girl was happy and showing her jaunty nature when she strolled down the street.
jovial • (adjective) full of fun and good cheer; jolly • Example – When my family gets together every Christmas, everyone is jovial and happy.
labyrinth • (noun) a maze of paths and passages • Sentence – The cornfield maze was a tricky and confusing labyrinth.
laconic • (adjective) using few words; concise • Example: The young boy was afraid, so he gave a laconic reply to the police officer.
lichen • (noun) an organism that consists of a fungus and an alga growing in close association with each other • Sentence – The scientist looked at the lichen under a microscope.
light-year • (noun) a very long time; a very great distance • Sentence: The new computer is light-years ahead of the old one.
maneuver • (noun OR verb) a planned movement of troops or warships; a movement or procedure that involves skill • Sentence – When playing “Battleship,” you must plan your maneuvers very carefully.