Grammar Clinic

Meaning: Last but one in a series of things; second last. Example: The penultimate chapter of the book is the best one.

Meaning: Last but one in a series of things; second last. Example: The penultimate chapter of the book is the most interesting.

Meaning: Not able to be understood; not intelligible Synonyms: unintelligible, indecipherable Example: The language is incomprehensible to anyone outside this office.

Meaning: Having strong insight into and understanding of things. Example: She showed perspicacious judgment. Synonyms: discerning, shrewd, perceptive e.t.c.

Meaning:  The application of scientific knowledge to the practical aims of human life Example: Technology is changing fast.

Meaning: Easily set on fire. Example: Petrol is highly inflammable Synonyms: flammable, combustible, incendiary, explosive Antonyms: incombustible, fireproof, non-flammable

Meaning: (of a fortified position) unable to be captured or broken into. Example: A massive and impregnable fortress Synonyms: invulnerable, impenetrable, unattackable, unassailable, inviolable, secure, strong, stout, safe, fortress-like, well fortified, well defended;  

Meaning: Confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding). Example: The witness had corroborated the boy’s account of the attack Synonyms: confirm, verify, endorse, ratify, authenticate, validate, certify  

Meaning: Not leading to a firm conclusion or result; not ending doubt or dispute. Example: Three years of inconclusive negotiations. Synonyms: indecisive, proving nothing, resolving nothing, leaving matters open

Meaning: A person’s inherent qualities of mind and character. Example: your sunny disposition has a way of rubbing off on those around you Synonyms: temperament, nature, character, constitution, make-up, grain, humour, temper, mentality