20 Flashcards
Acquiesce
To accept something without complaining
Ambiguous
unclear or inexact
Plethora
A large amount
Myriad
A countless or extremely large amount
Epitome
A perfect example
Defer
To delay something until a later time
Circumspect
Careful and cautious
Prudent
Wise; Acting with care and thought for the future
Collaborate
To work together; cooperate
Antithesis
direct opposite
Seldom
rarely; not often
Abolished
to officially end or stop
Prosper
to succeed or become strong
Alleviate
to make a problem less severe
Subside
to go down in intensity
Substantiate
to provide evidence to prove something
Contemplate
to think deeply about
Scrutinize
to examine or inspect closely
Perceive
to become aware of something; to see or observe
Derive
to obtain something from a source
Ignorant
Not having enough knowledge, understanding or information about something
Ignomonious
Dishonourable
Manifest
To show something clearly, through signs or actions
Corrupt
To change someone from good to bad in morals, manners or actions
Obstinate
Stubbornly sticking to one’s purpose or opinion
Procure
to obtain
Aloof
Not friendly or does not like to spend time with others
Regime
A government or system that rules over others
Repose
To rest or relax
