5th box -Flashcards

(n.) an outflow of vapor of invisible particles; a noxious odor; The effluvium from the exhaust had a bad smell. It was difficult to determine from where the effluvium issued.

(adj.) large and ornate, like a palace; The new palatial home contained two pools and an indoor track for jogging.

(adj.) religious; devout; dedicated; The religious couple believed that their pious method of worship would bring them eternal life. The statues of the saints have pious symbolism. Many people think of this land as pious territory.

(adj.) undecided; The ambivalent jury could not reach a unanimous verdict.