1. Word of the Day
Set One

2. Fiction (Noun)
Definition: Literature in the form of prose, especially short stories and novels, that describes imaginary events and people.
Sentence: Short Fiction often following a pyramid plot structure with a clear beginning, middle and end.

3. Deceptive (Adjective)
Definition: Giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading.
Sentence: “The cliff had proven deceptive.” (from “Saturday Climbing”).

4. Amontillado (Noun)
Definition: A medium dry sherry which is a type of very strong wine.
Sentence: “’I have my doubts,’” I replied; “’and I was silly enough to pay the full Amontillado price without consulting you in the matter.’” (from “The Cask of the Amontillado”).

5. Catacomb (Noun)
Definition: An underground cemetery consisting of a subterranean gallery with recesses for tombs, as constructed by the ancient Romans.
Sentence: “We came at length to the foot of the descent, and stood together on the damp ground of the catacombs of the Montresors. (from “The Cask of the Amontillado”)

6. Hypnotize (Verb)
Definition: Produce a state of hypnosis or trance in someone.
Sentence: “’We hypnotized you to make you think you were in an accident.’” (from “Test”).

7. Typhoon (Noun)
Definition: A tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans.
Sentence: “The typhoon had passed and the sky was a gorgeous blue.” (from “Hey, Come on Out”).

8. Adaptable (Adjective)
Definition: Able to adjust to new conditions.
Sentence: “The human mind is incredibly adaptable.” (from “Mirror Image”).