discrete – adj. Definition: unconnected, separate, distinct Example: Dogs are not wolves, and do not live in small discrete, clearly defined packs.

discreet – adj. Definition: modest, secretive, unnoticeable Example: Please be discreet and don’t let the birthday girl know about her surprise party.

fabricate - verb Definition: To lie; to make up Example: The criminal fabricated his alibi

gesticulate - verb Definition: To make gestures; especially when speaking Example: I gesticulate so much when telling a story that it can be distracting to some.

Very informal language usage by particular groups of people. Slang - noun Very informal language usage by particular groups of people. Ex. “Dude, chill out.”

Affixes: Prefix: com/con Definition: together, with, similar, extremely, or completely Examples: combine, compile, conform, consecrate Suffix: -ic Definition: having characteristics of, in the style of; forms adjectives Examples: metallic, claustrophobic, acrobatic, geographic