15 Nouns Vocab Test 12/3/15 Flashcards
1
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Retort
A
say something in answer to a remark or accusation, typically in a sharp, or angry
2
Q
Pittance
A
a very small or inadequate amount of money paid to someone as an allowance or wage
3
Q
Virtuoso
A
a person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit
4
Q
Gesticulation
A
a gesture, especially a dramatic one, used instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words
5
Q
Residue
A
a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
6
Q
Dissent
A
the expression or holding of opinions at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially held
7
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Apparition
A
a ghost or ghost like image of a person
