Lesson 11

the act of surrendering a right, land, or property to a country

The cession of the region was formalized with the signing of the agreement between the two nations.

a process or fact of ceasing

The workers protested until the cessation of unfair labor practices was officially recognized.

deviating from a subject in a disorganized manner

His discursive speech made it difficult for the audience to follow his main argument.

the act of jumping from one subject to another in a way that lacks order

The discursiveness of his writing made it hard to grasp the main point of his argument.

done for a specific purpose or situation

The committee was formed ad hoc to address the urgent issue of employee grievances.

in a way that occurs continuously without a limit

They vowed to love each other ad infinitum, beyond the bounds of time.

someone who is helped and protected by an older, more experienced or powerful person

She became a successful artist under the guidance of her mentor, who treated her as his protégé.

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure.

a non-commissioned officer in the air force or army below the rank of staff sergeant and above corporal

The sergeant instructed the recruits on how to properly assemble their rifles.

an officer who executes commands and maintains order in a court of law

The sergeant at arms was called upon to escort the disruptive spectator out of the courtroom.

large blue-grey black-striped damselfish; nearly worldwide

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the impact of climate change on the planet.

to provoke an emotion

Her heartfelt speech enkindled a sense of pride in the audience.

to tell someone to do something by ordering or instructing them

The judge enjoined the defendant from contacting the plaintiff while the case was pending.

to join the armed forces

At the age of 18, he decided to enlist in the army to serve his country.

solid proof or evidence that supports a theory or statement

Multiple sources offered corroboration for the claims made in the report.

to provide supporting evidence for a theory, statement, etc.

The witness's testimony corroborated the victim's account of the events.

to take away from someone the right to vote

The new regulations could disenfranchise thousands of voters in rural areas.

to relieve someone of a burden

She worked tirelessly to disencumber her parents from their financial debts.