Chapter 12-15 Flashcards
Obtained possession of something
Acquired
An angry dispute, quarrel
Altercation
Something given to make up for something else
Compensation
Showing contempt; scornfully
Contemptuously
Having to do with the church or the clergy
Ecclesiastical
Hard to overcome or deal with
Formidable
Not consistent; not in agreement
Inconsistent
Being permanent, lasting
Permanence
A right or privilege
Prerogative
Sudden, disturbing feelings of uneasiness
Qualms
Intellectual, spiritual, or normal improvement
Edification
Not audible; cannot be heard
Inaudible
Gave into one’s pleasure
Indulged
Not clearly expressed; hard to understand
Obscure
Strange or unusual qualities
Peculiarities
A prison for criminals
Penitentiary
To be destroyed; die
Perish
Pleasantly calm or peaceful
Placid
An angry dispute or disagreement
Quarrel
The act of resigning; withdrawing
Resignation