AB-AN Flashcards
Abhorrence
despising someone or thing
Abrasion
scrap
Abrupt
sudden or unexpected
Abscess
Swollen, inflamed area in bodily tissues where pus forms
Abstain
to refrain
Abstemious
to abstain from
Abundance
to have enough of
Access
permission, ability to enter
Acumen
depth of perception, keeness
Accountable
subject to obligation to report, explain, or justify
Acute
sudden or onset
Addictive
drug or substance that causes compulsion
Adhere
to stick to
Adequate
Sufficient for specific need
Adulation
excessive admiration or praise
Adverse
negative or harmful effect
Aegis
protection, support
Affably
easy to approach
Affect
to cause illness, symptoms
Affect (influence)
to have an influence on something
Aggrieved
unhappy and angry due to unfair treatment
Aid/Aide
to give assitance
Alcohol
substance causes drunkenness, solvent
Ambiance
feeling or mood associated with place, person, or thing