Lesson Three English I

beget Definition Example (v) to produce; to be the parent of Hatred begets more hatred.

begrudge Definition Example (v) to resent another’s success; to give with reluctance syn: envy The old miser begrudged every cent he paid to the caretaker.

belated Definition Example (adj) delayed syn: tardy; too late ant: timely Joan sent a belated birthday card to her sister.

beleaguer Definition Example (v) to besiege by encircling (as with an army); to harass syn: surround; annoy The picnickers were beleaguered with pesky ants and flies.

benediction Definition Example (n) a blessing ant: curse; malediction We bowed our heads for the benediction before singing the closing hymn.

beneficiary Definition Example (n) one who receives benefits John was the sole beneficiary of his Uncle Martin’s vast estate.

berate Definition Example (v) to scold or rebuke severely and at length syn: rebuke; reprimand ant: praise The coach berated the three players for arriving late.

berserk Definition Example (adj) in a state of violent or destructive rage syn: frenzied My father went a little berserk when I told him I had put a dent in his new car.

bias Definition Example (n) a prejudiced view (either for or against) that inhibits impartial judgment ant: impartiality The jurors were instructed to review the facts without bias.

bibliophile Definition Example (n) a lover of books Having been a bibliophile since childhood, Mrs. Duncan was the perfect librarian.