After you have completed the sentences, write an original sentence for each of the vocabulary terms listed using the term properly in context. 16. venomous: adj. Able to inflict a poisoned bite, sting, or wound 17. stolid: adj. Not easily stirred or shaken emotionally; unemotional 18. anticipate: v. to realize beforehand; foretaste or foresee 19. fringe: n. A decorative border of thread or cord hanging loosely from an edge 20. abstract adj. Thought of apart from concrete realities, or actual instances 21. proclivity: n. Natural or habitual inclination or tendency; disposition 22. flourish; v. to be in a vigorous state: thrive 23. heresy: n. Any belief or theory that is strongly against established beliefs or customs 24. stagnant: adj. Not flowing or running; stale or foul from standing still 25. nomadic: adj. Relating to the characteristic of moving around a lot; 26. torrent: n. A stream of water flowing with great rapidity and violence 27. vacant: adj. Having no contents; empty 28. submit: v. to give over or yield power up to an authority 29. equate: v. to regard, treat, or represent as equivalent 30. assumption: n. The act of taking advantage

**Completed Sentences and Original Sentences:**<br /><br />16. **venomous:** The snake's **venomous** bite caused the hiker to seek immediate medical attention. <br />*Original Sentence:* The scientist carefully extracted the **venomous** spider's poison for research.<br /><br />17. **stolid:** The **stolid** guard remained unmoved by the prisoner's pleas.<br />*Original Sentence:* Her **stolid** expression gave no hint of the turmoil she felt inside.<br /><br />18. **anticipate:** I **anticipate** a large crowd at the concert tonight.<br />*Original Sentence:* The chef **anticipated** the diner's needs and had the meal prepared in advance.<br /><br />19. **fringe:** The dress had a delicate **fringe** along the hemline.<br />*Original Sentence:* The artist added a beaded **fringe** to the edge of the tapestry.<br /><br />20. **abstract:** Love is an **abstract** concept that is difficult to define.<br />*Original Sentence:* The painting was so **abstract** that I couldn't discern any recognizable objects.<br /><br />21. **proclivity:** He has a **proclivity** for getting into trouble.<br />*Original Sentence:* Her **proclivity** for organization kept the office running smoothly.<br /><br />22. **flourish:** The plants **flourished** in the warm sunlight.<br />*Original Sentence:* The arts and sciences **flourished** during the Renaissance.<br /><br />23. **heresy:** In the Middle Ages, questioning the Church's teachings was considered **heresy**.<br />*Original Sentence:* The scientist's theory was initially dismissed as **heresy** by his peers.<br /><br />24. **stagnant:** The **stagnant** water in the pond bred mosquitoes.<br />*Original Sentence:* The economy remained **stagnant** despite government efforts to stimulate growth.<br /><br />25. **nomadic:** The **nomadic** tribe moved their camp several times a year.<br />*Original Sentence:* They lived a **nomadic** lifestyle, traveling from town to town in search of work.<br /><br />26. **torrent:** The heavy rain caused a **torrent** of water to rush down the mountainside.<br />*Original Sentence:* A **torrent** of abuse poured from the angry customer's mouth.<br /><br />27. **vacant:** The apartment remained **vacant** for months.<br />*Original Sentence:* She stared into space, her eyes **vacant** of any emotion.<br /><br />28. **submit:** The rebels were forced to **submit** to the government's demands.<br />*Original Sentence:* Students must **submit** their assignments by Friday.<br /><br />29. **equate:** Some people **equate** wealth with happiness.<br />*Original Sentence:* You can't **equate** hard work with guaranteed success.<br /><br />30. **assumption:** The **assumption** of power by the military leader led to widespread protests. (Note: The original definition provided for "assumption" - "The act of taking advantage" - is not the most common meaning. This sentence uses a more standard definition: the act of taking or beginning to have power or responsibility.)<br />*Original Sentence:* Making the **assumption** that everyone agreed with him, he proceeded with the plan.<br />