READING 1 OF 23 focus words
Context study 1
Read for meaning first. Select a highlighted word if you want a closer look.
The diffuse light softened the sharp edges of the room. The budget change caused a diminution in the program's reach. A slow dirge accompanied the procession.
His diffuse argument needed a clear central claim. There was no diminution of her enthusiasm. The cello's melody sounded like a dirge.
Before you move on
Look away from the passage. Can you explain each focus word in your own words?
Original fictional passages for vocabulary practice.