Vocabulary Word
Word: cognate
Definition: having a common origin; related linguistically; allied by blood; similar or akin in nature; Ex. cognate languages; N.
Definition: having a common origin; related linguistically; allied by blood; similar or akin in nature; Ex. cognate languages; N.
Sentences Containing 'cognate'
Whether that Artificer of things, The origin of a better world, made him from the divine seed; Or the earth, being recent and lately sundered from the high Ether, retained some seeds of cognate heaven.''
More Vocab Words
::: gloat - express evil satisfaction; look at or think about with evil satisfaction; view malevolently; Ex. The thief gloated over the stolen jewels.::: immutable - unchangeable
::: metropolis - large city
::: intellect - higher mental powers; person of great intellectual ability
::: rhapsodize - speak or write in an exaggeratedly enthusiastic manner; Ex. rhapsodize over the beauty of the scenery
::: varnish - paint used to coat a surface with a glossy film; glossy coating produced by using this substance; Ex. nail varnish; V.
::: functionary - official (who performs a particular function)
::: jaunty - cheerful and pleased with life; lighthearted; animated; easy and carefree; dapper in appearance; Ex. jaunty person/hat
::: bigot - one who is intolerant (in matters of religion or politics)
::: piecemeal - one part at a time; gradually; in stages; Ex. read a novel piecemeal
