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29 Sep 2021

Vocabulary

lattice - n. A structure of crisscrossed strips forming a pattern of openings

E.g.: "Surely that is something at my window lattice"

beguile - v. to influence by deceit; to trick.

E.g.: "Then this ebony bird beguiling my sad fancy into smiling by the grave and stem decorum of the countenance it wore..."

placid - adj. calm; peaceful; undisturbed

E.g.: "But the Raven, sitting lonely on the placid bust, spoke only that one word as if his soul in that one word he did outpour."

respite - n. a period of rest or relief, as from work or sorrow

E.g.: "Respite - respite and nepenthe from thy memories of Lenore"

balm -n. something that heals or soothes, as an ointment

E.g.: "Is there __ there balm in Gilead?-tell me - tell me, I implore!"

 

Which of the following is the best synonym for "balm"?

A. irritant

B. astringent

C. salve

D. malodor