VCR Lesson 2
Tyler Pistorio
Altercation (noun)
Root- Alter
Definition- A noisy quarrel
It is believed the victim may have been involved in an altercation with another man outside the pub.
Epitaph (noun)
Definition- An inscription on a tombstone in memory of the person buried there.
Thomas Jefferson's epitaph mentions all of his successes except his presidency; he wished to be remember strictly as a Virginian.
Paradox (noun)
Definition- statement that seems contradictory but contains some truth.
An epic paradox is that Pinocchio's nose grows when he lies, but if he says "my nose will grow now" will it grow?
Peripatetic (adjective)
Definition- walking or traveling about
The peripatetic man went the mountains because he had the urge to travel.
Antithesis (noun)
Definition- an exact opposite; a complete contrast
The antithesis of God is the Devil; as good stands for all that is good, the devil stands for all that is bad.