Chapters 8-11 Quiz Flashcards
aberration
noun
a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome
accosted
verb
approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively
procure
verb
obtain (something), especially with care or effort
morphodite
noun
Morphodite is a slang term for
hermaphrodite; a person born with both male and female genitalia.
quelled
verb
put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force
analogous
adjective
comparable in certain respects, typically in
a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared
relativity
noun
a: the quality or state of being relative
b: something that is relative
provocation
noun
action or speech that makes someone annoyed or angry, especially deliberately
guilelessness
adjective
innocent, naive
invective
noun
insulting, abusive, or highly critical language
gallantly
adverb
in a brave or heroic manner
innate
adjective
inborn; natural
feeble
adjective
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age
or illness
rudiments
noun
the first principles of (a subject)
Providence
noun
the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power
Jew’s Harp
noun
a small, simple musical instrument consisting of a lyre shaped metal frame containing a metal tongue, which is plucked while the frame is held in the teeth, the
vibrations causing twanging tones.
alist
adjective
inclined to one side
passé
adjective
no longer fashionable; out of date
wrathful
adjective
full of or characterized by intense anger
ruthless
adjective
having or showing no pity or compassion for others
apopletic
adjective
overcome with anger; extremely indignant
degeneration
noun
the state or process of being or becoming degenerate;
decline or deterioration
umbrage
noun
offense or annoyance
rectitude
noun
morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness
interdict
noun
an authoritative prohibition
palliation
noun
a medicine or form of medical care that relieves symptoms without dealing with the cause of the condition