Lesson 9

a short period of extreme anger

having a mild and moderate nature

He has a temperate nature, never letting his emotions get the best of him.

to change the position, order, or layout of something, often with the goal of improving its organization, efficiency, or appearance

She rearranged the furniture in the living room to create more space and improve the flow of the room.

to build something once again, after it has been destroyed or severely damaged

After the hurricane, the town worked hard to rebuild the damaged homes.

to feel or experience something again

As they explored the old town, she recaptured the sense of wonder she had as a child.

to repay someone, typically for losses or expenses they have suffered

The insurance company agreed to recoup the homeowner for the damages caused by the natural disaster.

a very small, detailed artwork often used for portraits or illustrations

The museum showcased a collection of intricate miniatures, each depicting historical figures.

to reduce something to the lowest possible degree or amount, particularly something unpleasant

She tries to minimize stress by practicing mindfulness techniques.

a person who obeys unconditionally in order to get validation

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

The festival celebrated the traditions of local minority populations.

incredibly small in size

The minuscule insects crawled along the forest floor, nearly invisible to the naked eye.

small details that are easily overlooked

During the detective's investigation, he paid attention to the minutiae of the crime scene, looking for tiny details that could provide crucial clues.

an overwhelming feeling of intense delight or extreme happiness

The breathtaking sunset over the ocean filled her with a sense of ecstasy, as she marveled at the beauty of nature.

extremely excited and happy

She was ecstatic when she found out she had won the lottery, unable to contain her excitement.

to set someone free from a situation that restricts their thinking or actions

Her travels liberated her from the narrow views of her hometown.

a person who believes individuals should not be limited by the government regarding their thoughts and actions

a person who abandons their political or religious belief often seen as a betrayal

The apostate faced public condemnation for leaving the faith.

any one of the twelve disciples of Jesus

Peter, also known as Simon Peter, was one of the apostles of Jesus and is often regarded as the leader among them.

the act of abandoning a religious or political belief that one used to hold

His public declaration of atheism was viewed as an act of apostasy by his deeply religious family.

the position and responsibility of the one who is sent for advocating Christianity