The answer is C: to act wivener.
Explanation for each option:
A. None of mines - This option is not relevant to the context of the passage and does not make sense in relation to the question.
B. to be purpreflily gracious - This option is not correct because the passage does not suggest that people use complex words to be gracious. Instead, it implies that using complex words unnecessarily can be seen as pedantic.
C. to act wivener - This option is correct. The passage suggests that some people use complex words to show superiority over others and display their learning, which aligns with the idea of acting wiser or more knowledgeable.
D. to be worloty and gracelai in poitie - This option is incorrect because the passage does not mention using complex words to be worldly or graceful in society. It actually criticizes the use of complex words when simpler ones would suffice.
L. to thou magiviton - This option is not relevant to the context of the passage and does not make sense in relation to the question.
In summary, the passage by Joseph Devlin emphasizes the importance of using simple and familiar words over complex ones to avoid appearing pedantic and to communicate more effectively.
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