7-8 Voc Flashcards
Factotum
An assistant who does a variety of jobs
Facsimile
A copy or imitation
Facile
Too Simplistic or easy
Expound
To explain or discuss in detail
Proponent
One who argues in favor of; supporter
Infrastructure
The basic framework of a building or system
Construe
To interpret or analyze something in a particular way
Constructive
Having a positive effect; helpful
Destitute
Having no money; poor
Restitution
Payment for an injury; compensation
Stature
Level of achievement or authority; standing
Proficient
Skilled at; highly knowledgeable
Complacent
Satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved
Placebo
Something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect
Placid
Calm; undisturbed
Gratuitous
Unnecessary or unwanted
Ingratiate
To gain another’s favor by flattery or false-friendliness
Ingrate
One who is not properly thankful
Docile
Easily taught; submissive to instruction
Indoctrinate
To teach a certain point of view to
Doctrine
That which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas
Temper
To decrease the strength of
Temperance
Restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food
Intemperate
Lacking moderation; severe or extreme