🌟 Day 42 – Words A206–A210 | Apostasy to Appall

Today’s words span religion, medicine, excellence, and horror—all deeply rooted in classic literature and modern exams. Perfect for boosting your vocabulary range!

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✳️ Word 1: Apostasy

• Phonics: /əˈpɒs.tə.si/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief
• Example Sentence:
“His apostasy shocked the entire religious community.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
⛪ Apostasy = ‘a-post-away’ from faith
• Mini Quiz:
Apostasy refers to:
A) Loyalty B) Conversion C) Rebellion D) Renunciation
✅ Answer: D) Renunciation

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✳️ Word 2: Apostate

• Phonics: /ˈæp.ə.steɪt/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: A person who renounces a religious or political belief
• Example Sentence:
“He was branded an apostate for leaving the movement.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🙅 Apostate = person who states away from faith
• Mini Quiz:
Who is an apostate?
A) Loyal follower B) Religious convert C) Renouncer D) A preacher
✅ Answer: C) Renouncer

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✳️ Word 3: Apothecary

• Phonics: /əˈpɒθ.ə.kər.i/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: A person who prepared and sold medicines; historical term for a pharmacist
• Example Sentence:
“The apothecary offered herbs for both pain and sleep.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
💊 Apothecary = Ancient pharmacy
• Mini Quiz:
Which profession is closest to an apothecary?
A) Librarian B) Pharmacist C) Judge D) Artist
✅ Answer: B) Pharmacist

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✳️ Word 4: Apotheosis

• Phonics: /əˌpɒθ.iˈəʊ.sɪs/
• Part of Speech: Noun
• Meaning: The highest point in the development of something; a climax or ideal example
• Example Sentence:
“Her performance was the apotheosis of artistic brilliance.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
🌟 Apotheosis = Becoming a god (ultimate form)
• Mini Quiz:
Apotheosis means:
A) Beginning B) Peak C) Rejection D) Imitation
✅ Answer: B) Peak

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✳️ Word 5: Appall

• Phonics: /əˈpɔːl/
• Part of Speech: Verb
• Meaning: To greatly dismay or horrify
• Example Sentence:
“The violence in the film appalled the audience.”
• Mnemonic/Cue:
😱 Appall = makes you pale
• Mini Quiz:
What does “appall” mean?
A) Excite B) Amaze C) Shock D) Entertain
✅ Answer: C) Shock

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📋 Quick Recap Table

Word	Meaning	Example Use
Apostasy	Renunciation of belief	“His apostasy was seen as betrayal.”
Apostate	A person who renounces beliefs	“The apostate was excommunicated.”
Apothecary	Historical pharmacist	“She visited the apothecary for herbs.”
Apotheosis	Highest development or ideal form	“The role marked her apotheosis as an actress.”
Appall	Shock or horrify	“The news appalled the entire nation.”

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🧠 Mini Practice Quiz

1. Which word means to horrify or shock?
   
2. Who prepares medicine in olden times?
   
3. What is the climax or perfect form of something called?
   

✅ Answers:

1. Appall 2) Apothecary 3) Apotheosis
   

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💬 Try It Yourself

✍️ Use one of today’s words in a sentence and post in the comments!
Example: “The villagers considered him an apostate for questioning age-old customs.”

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