chapter 3 1-9 Flashcards
precis
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument
metier
an occupation for which you are especially well suited
Extenuating
partially excusing or justifying
Loquacious
full of trivial conversation
Egress
the act or means of going out
incisive
demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Circuitous
deviating from a straight course
Blatant
without any attempt at conceal : completely obvious
Gainsay
take exemption to
Duplicity
the act of deceiving or acting in bad faith
Unobtrusive
not undesirably noticable
Narcotic
a drug that produces numbness or stupor
Attache
a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission
indomitable
impossible to subdue
Bluster
vain and empty boasting