Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

STEVENS VOCAB > Chapter 15 Vocab > Flashcards

Chapter 15 Vocab Flashcards

1
Q

Gradually disappearing; fading away like vapor

A

Evanescent

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

A model of excellence or perfection

A

Paragon

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Narrow-minded, limited on outlook; unsophisticated

A

Provincial

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

To treat with extreme disrespect; to violate the sacredness ( of something highly valued )

A

Desecrate

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Hardened in mind or feeling

A

Callous

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Proud ; scornful; looking down on others

A

Supercilious

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

To listen & pay attention

A

Heed

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

To take over , seize power by force

A

Usurp

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

Consistently Loyal & faithful

A

Steadfast

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Needy

A

Indigent

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

STEVENS VOCAB (30 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions