Chapter 3 - XII Flashcards
scrutinize
examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
clueless
having no knowledge, understanding, or ability.
skeptical
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.
senior
of or for older or more experienced people.
resolute
admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
banality
the fact or condition of being banal; unoriginality.
deviation
the action of departing from an established course or accepted standard.
scarcity
the state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.
elaborate
involving many carefully arranged parts or details; detailed and complicated in design and planning.
domestic
relating to the running of a home or to family relations.
regional
relating to or characteristic of a region.
staff
all the people employed by a particular organization.
imply
strongly suggest the truth or existence of (something not expressly stated).
broadcast
transmit (a program or some information) by radio or television.
attest
provide or serve as clear evidence of.
belie
fail to fulfill or justify a claim or expectation; betray.
gainsay
deny or contradict a fact or statement.
ebullient
cheerful and full of energy.
quotidian
of or occurring every day; daily.
copious
abundant in supply or quantity.
evasive
tending to avoid commitment of self-revelation.
thrive
prosper; flourish.
unprecedented
never done or known before.
solvent
having assets in excess of liabilities; able to pay one’s debts.
imbue
inspire or permeate with (a feeling or quality).
verify
make sure or demonstrate something is true, accurate, or justify.
supplant
supersede and replace.
laudable
deserving praise and commendation.
contrive
create or bring about an object or a situation by deliberate use of skill and artifice.
contemptible
despicable
