Lesson 50

a print made by using a stone or metal plate to transfer an image to paper

to lie in a court of law after officially swearing to tell the truth

It is morally wrong to perjure oneself in court, as it undermines the pursuit of justice.

the offense of telling lies in a court of law after you have vowed to tell the truth

to destroy bacteria, virus, etc. by cleaning with a special substance

She disinfects kitchen countertops with bleach to ensure they are germ-free.

something that has specific chemicals or causes a chemical reaction that destroys harmful microorganisms such as bacteria

the act of saying farewell to someone or something particularly via a ceremonial speech

an elite student with the highest grade throughout school that gets chosen to give a speech at their graduation ceremony

Sarah was named valedictorian of her graduating class for achieving the highest grade point average.

a formal farewell address, typically delivered by the top-ranking member of a graduating class during commencement ceremonies

Her valedictory celebrated the class's resilience and unity.

(religion) a person who in some Christian teachings is believed to be the personal enemy of Jesus Christ and will appear before the end of the world

a drug that is used to treat people who feel extremely sad and anxious

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

The doctor administered the antidote to counteract the effects of the venomous snake bite.

any foreign substance in the body that can trigger a response from the immune system

The vaccine introduces a harmless antigen to stimulate immunity.

a strong feeling of hatred, opposition, or hostility

She felt a deep antipathy toward the new policy.

a point or location on the opposite side of the Earth, exactly opposite another point, often used to describe places that are directly across from each other on the globe

The antipode of New Zealand is located in Spain.

preventing the growth of harmful microorganisms

She applied antiseptic cream to the cut to prevent infection.

a chemical substance that prevents or soothes the sudden, painful, and unintentional tightening of the muscles

the second part of a traditional ancient Greek poetry and performance on stage when the performers move back usually left to right to their previous position

to diminish something's overall quality

to diminish something's overall quality