81-100 Flashcards
Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
Eminent
Of the same kind; alike
Homogeneous
To make ineffective
Negate
To destroy completely; put an end to
Eradicate
The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats
Coercion
The introduction or preliminary part of a book, speech, or event
Preface
Gentle, kindly; not harmful
Benign
To make clear; explain
Elucidate
Cruel and oppressive government or rule
Tyranny
Filled with or destined to result in something undesirable
Fraught
The expression of formal disapproval
Censure
The action of giving a misleading account or impression
Distortion
To provide or give
Render
Critical observation or examination
Scrutiny
The quality of being relevant or applicable to a particular matter
Pertinence