1 Feb Flashcards
debilitating
(of a disease or condition) making someone very weak and infirm.
hooligan
a violent young troublemaker, typically one of a gang.
bigotry
obstinate or unreasonable attachment to a belief, opinion, or faction; in particular, prejudice against a person or people on the basis of their membership of a particular group.
consummate
showing great skill and flair.
make (a marriage or relationship) complete by having sexual intercourse.
hiatus
a pause or break in continuity in a sequence or activity.
arduous
involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.
saddle
burden (someone) with an onerous responsibility or task.
vaunted
praised or boasted about, especially in an excessive way.
pick up the gauntlet
to show that one is willing and ready to fight, argue, or compete with someone or to do something that is difficult but necessary : to accept or respond to a challenge
shrewd
having or showing sharp powers of judgement; astute.
intelligent;clever
antagonist
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
sentinel on the qui vive
‘Sentinel on the qui vive” is usually translated as watchful guardian
reify
make (something abstract) more concrete or real.
deluge
a severe flood.
languish
failing to make progress or be successful.
vexed
annoyed, frustrated, or worried.
(of a problem or issue) difficult and much debated; problematic.
audacious
showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
appalling
causing shock or dismay; horrific.
very bad; awful.
abject
(of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree.
(of a person or their behaviour) completely without pride or dignity; self-abasing.
formidable
inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.
intimidating
assiduous
showing great care and perseverance.
quinquennial
recurring every five years.
burgeoning
beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.
poised
having a composed and self-assured manner.
devious
(of a route or journey) longer and less direct than the most straightforward way.
showing a skilful use of underhand/dishonest tactics to achieve goals.
monger
denoting a person who promotes a specified activity, situation, or feeling, especially one that is undesirable or discreditable.
biennial
an event celebrated or taking place every two years.
ruckus
row or commotion
grabbing the mace
A ceremonial mace is a highly ornamented staff of metal or wood, carried before a sovereign or other high officials in civic ceremonies by a mace-bearer, intended to represent the official’s authority.
partake—partook
join in (an activity).
eschewed
deliberately avoid using; abstain from.
indelible
(of ink or a pen) making marks that cannot be removed.
not able to be forgotten.
seminal
strongly influencing later developments.
gerrymander
manipulate the boundaries of (an electoral constituency) so as to favour one party or class.
modus vivendi
an arrangement or agreement allowing conflicting parties to coexist peacefully, either indefinitely or until a final settlement is reached.
a way of living.
convivial
(of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable.
genial
grit ones teeth
keep one’s resolve in a difficult situation.
