Set 191 · Study 1 / 5
Exitdivination by means of barley cakes
The ancient priests of Greece often resorted to crithomancy to seek guidance from the gods during important decisions.
Set 191 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: crithomancy, ferule, necropoleis, mugwumpery, teleology. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
divination by means of barley cakes
The ancient priests of Greece often resorted to crithomancy to seek guidance from the gods during important decisions.
a flat ruler or stick used for punishment or correction
The teacher struck the desk with a ferule to gain the attention of her unruly class.
a large cemetery or burial site, often ancient and containing tombs
Archaeologists discovered a series of ancient necropoleis that revealed insights into the burial practices of the civilization.
the practice of being undecided or neutral in political or ideological matters
His reputation for mugwumpery made it difficult for his colleagues to trust his judgment during the heated debates over policy changes.
the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by postulated causes
The concept of teleology in evolutionary biology helps explain why certain traits have developed, focusing on their functions rather than just their origins.