5th box -Flashcards

(v.) to weaken; to deprive of nerve or strength; The sickness enervates its victims until they can no longer get out of bed.

(adj.) eager to ask questions in order to learn; An inquisitive youngster is likely to become a wise adult.

(adj.) instructive; dogmatic; preachy; Our teacher's didactic technique boosted our scores. The didactic activist was not one to be swayed.

(n.) verse characterized by forced rhyme and meter; Contrary to its appearance, doggerel can contain some weighty messages.