Day 14 Vocabulary

Relating to art that does not attempt to represent external reality, but rather uses shapes, colors, and forms to achieve its effect.

" The gallery was filled with abstract paintings that used bold colors and geometric shapes."

The theory that human behavior can be explained in terms of conditioning.

" The new learning program was based on behaviorism, which focused on a student's observable behavior."

Describes a tumor or other medical condition that is not harmful.

" The doctor assured the patient that the lump was benign and not a cause for concern."

A line in a newspaper or magazine giving the name of the writer.

" The byline on the article gave the journalist credit for their work."

The presence of two or more diseases or medical conditions in a patient.

" The patient's comorbidity of diabetes and heart disease required a complex treatment plan."

The arrangement of the elements within a work of art.

" The painting's composition used a diagonal line to create a sense of movement."

Based on ideas or concepts.

" The conceptual art piece challenged the viewer to think about the meaning of art."

Describes a disease that can be spread from one person or organism to another.

" The flu is a highly contagious disease that spreads quickly in crowded places."

To select and organize items for an exhibition.

" The museum's new curator was responsible for curating the new exhibit."

Entirely lacking or free from.

" The speaker's voice was devoid of emotion, making it difficult to gauge his true feelings."

The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.

" The doctor's diagnosis of the illness was based on a careful examination of the patient's symptoms."

To spread information widely.

" The company used its social media channels to disseminate information about its new products."

A newspaper or magazine article that gives the opinions of the editors or publishers.

" The newspaper's editorial argued against the new government policy."

A tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling.

" She was considered the embodiment of grace and elegance, admired by all who knew her."

The cause, set of causes, or manner of causation of a disease or condition.

" The etiology of the disease was unknown, making it difficult to find a cure."