Ch. 1-3 Flashcards

1
Q

Boding ill, contrary to your interest or welfare

A

Inauspicious

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2
Q

The human face

A

Physiognomy

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3
Q

A minor parish official who serves a ceremonial function.

A

Beadle

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4
Q

Exposed to public ridicule or public scorn, a wooden instrument used for public score

A

Pillory

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5
Q

A state of dishonor.

A

Ignominy

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6
Q

Dignified manner or conduct

A

Mien

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7
Q

Compete for something engage in a constant; measure oneself against others

A

Vie

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8
Q

The act of expressing carnest opposition or protest

A

Remonstrance

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9
Q

A rude expression intended to offend or hurt

A

Contumely

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10
Q

The mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations

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Sagacity

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