Word Definitions
so-called (adj.): also known as (even if it’s not accurate)
namely (adv.): specifically (used before listing everything related)
assimilate (v.): make something part of a larger group, system, or place
province (n.): a part of a country (similar to a prefecture)
designate (v.): give something/someone a function or title
prone to (adj.): likely to do something; something bad often happens to one
abundance of (n.): a great quantity or number
trivia (n.): facts or information that is not generally important or well-known
smallpox (n.): a serious disease that causes fever, blisters, and often death
territory (n.): a region/area of land
progressive (adj.): supporting social, political or economic changes
retainer (n.): a person serving someone important
diplomatic (adj.): for building human relations; good at dealing with people with delicacy
flourish (v.): develop/grow a lot
plank (n.): a long, flat piece of wood
all the more reason (idiom): this is another good reason to (do something)
roe (n.): fish/seafood eggs
gross (adj.): disgusting
bite your tongue (idiom): don’t say something that you wanted to say or that might bring bad luck