Sunday, May 07, 2006

From the "J" section of my GRE vocabulary book: Jingoism and Jocular.

Jingoism (noun) - belligerent support of ones country

The professor's jingoism often interfered with his lectures on current politics.

Jocular (adj.) - humorous, playful

Steph's jocular nature made it easy for people to be her friend.


From the "K" section of my GRE vocabulary book: Kindle.

Kindle (verb) - to set fire to or ignite; excite or inspire

Trent's recitation of poetry kindled a sense of passion in Rebecca.

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