41-60 Flashcards
indulgence
means to give in to or satisfy a desire or wish
action or fact
analogy
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
immorality
the state or quality of being immoral; wickedness.
sequester
isolate or hide away.
jargon
special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.
conspire
make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful or harmful act.
ineffable
too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.
obdurate
stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or course of action.
frugality
the quality of being economical with money or food; thriftiness.
tranquility
the quality or state of being tranquil; calm.
allotted
give or apportion (something) to someone as a share or task.
pedigree
upper-class ancestry, of a person or family.
superficial
existing or occurring at or on the surface.
anecdote
a short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.
benevolent
well meaning and kindly.