Chapter X Flashcards
Physiognomy
noun
a person’s facial features or expression, especially when regarded as indicative of character or ethnic origin.
- the supposed art of judging character from facial characteristics.
- the general form or appearance of something.
“the physiognomy of the landscape”
Phalanx
(noun)
a body of troops or police officers standing or moving in close formation.
Aver
(Past tense: averred)
state or assert to be the case.
Fastidious
(Adj)
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
very concerned about matters of cleanliness.
Surmise
(v) suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it.
Also noun.
Abjure
(v) solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim).
Peremptory
(Adv - peremptorily)
adjective
insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a brusquely imperious way.
Kindling up
Getting angry