AVE II Flashcards
1
Q
Heresy
A
Adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma
2
Q
Docile
A
Easily led or managed
3
Q
Libation
A
A drink containing alcohol
4
Q
Anathema
A
Something intensely disliked or loathed
OR
One that is cursed by ecclesial authority
5
Q
Banter
A
Good-natured and usually witted and animated joking
6
Q
Castigate
A
To subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
7
Q
Gauche
A
Lacking in social experience or grace
8
Q
Ignominy
A
Deep personal humiliation and disgrace
9
Q
Motley
A
Composed of diverse often incongruous elements
10
Q
Emaciated
A
Feeble, very thin, lean
