6th Day Flashcards
Catholic
Adj. broad in scope; universal
Bequest
N. a gift left in a will
Encumber
V. To obstruct or impede
Extol
V. To praise or glorify
Fathom
N. a measurement of water equal to six feet
Interdict
V. To prohibit or forbid in a formal or authoritative manner
Latitude
N. freedom to act
Mawkish
Adj. excessively sentimental; having a bad taste
Pith
N. the care or essential part
Ratification
N. formal approval and confirmation
Reticence
N. the quality of being reserved or restrained
Venial
Adj. easily excused or forgiven
Watershed
N. a divided region that drains into another (usually larger) body of water; a critical point that makes a change of course
Anthology
N. a collection of art, writing work
Cement
V. To bind together; to unite
Intercessor
N. Someone who mediates
Lithe
Adj. Flexible, Easily bent
Noxious
Adj. toxic, obnoxious
Retinue
N. a group of retainers or followers
Tawdry
Adj. Gaudy appearance
Untoward
Adj. Unlucky, unfavorable