Vocab Builder 2
One Word Substitution-2
| One Word Substitution | Definition |
|---|---|
| Omnibus | Book containing all the published work of an author |
| Telegraph | A written message transmitted over long distances |
| Colloquial | Informal, less grammatically rigid language |
| Circumlocution | Talking around, a method of talking indirectly |
| Magniloquent | Grand, elaborate speech |
| Eloquent | Expressive in the use of words |
| Grandiloquent | High sounding pompous speech or writing |
| Autograph | A signature of a celebrity (signature of another) |
| Preamble | Walk before-hand or an introductory statement |
| Biography | Writing of one’s life story |
| Autobiography | Writing of one’s own life story |
| Laconic | Few words packed with meaning, concise |
| Soliloquy | A speech to oneself, alone |
One Word Substitution Related to Marriage
| Marriage | Definition |
|---|---|
| Matrimony | Related to marriage |
| Sologamy | Marriage with self |
| Polygamy | The practice of having multiple spouses (having many wives or husbands) |
| Autogamy | Self-fertilization especially in plants |
| Endogamy | Marriage within one’s tribe |
| Exogamy | Marriage outside one’s tribe |
| Polyandry | Having several husbands |
One Word Substitution Related to Speech & Written Work
| Government | Phrase |
|---|---|
| Omnibus | Book containing all the published work of an author |
| Telegraph | A written message transmitted over long distances |
| Colloquial | Informal, less grammatically rigid language |
| Circumlocution | Talking around, a method of talking indirectly |
| Magniloquent | Grand, elaborate speech |
| Eloquent | Expressive in the use of words |
| Grandiloquent | High sounding pompous speech or writing |
| Autograph | A signature of a celebrity (signature of oneself) |
| Preamble | Walk before-hand or an introductory statement |
| Biography | Writing of one’s life story |
| Autobiography | writing of one’s own life story |
| Photograph | Written by light |
| Laconic | Few words packed with meaning, concise |
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