Cask of Amontillado Flashcards
1
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Preclude
A
(Verb) to prevent or make impossible beforehand.
Synonyms: prevent
2
Q
Retribution
A
(Noun) punishment for doing something wrong.
Synonyms: vengeance, payback
3
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Avenge
A
To get revenge by punishing the wrongdoer.
Synonyms: retaliate, redress
4
Q
Avenger
A
(Noun) someone who avenges a wrong
5
Q
Connoisseur
A
(Noun) a person who has a high level of knowledge or skill in a field.
Synonyms: enthusiast, aficionado
6
Q
Accost
A
(Verb) to approach and speak to in challenging or agressive way.
