DAY 10 Flashcards
acumen
the ability to make good judgements and take quick decisions.
antithesis
a person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.
ascribe
regard something as being due to (a cause).
befuddled
unable to think clearly; confused or perplexed.
eschew
deliberately avoid using; abstain from.
esoteric
intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.
evasive
tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly.
exculpate
show or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing.
expedite
speed up
fastidious
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
feign
pretend to be affected by (a feeling, state, or injury).
furtive
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.
hamper
a basket with a carrying handle and a hinged lid, used for food, cutlery, and plates on a picnic.
indispensable
absolutely necessary.
lament
a passionate expression of grief or sorrow; a complaint.
myopic
short-sighted.
nonchalant
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.
partial
biased
pensive
engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought.
portend
be a sign or warning that (something, especially something momentous or calamitous) is likely to happen.
provincial
concerning a province of a country or empire.
rudimentary
involving or limited to basic principles.
salutary
(especially with reference to something unwelcome or unpleasant) producing good effects; beneficial.
sever
divide by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly.
slight
small in degree; inconsiderable.
somnolent
causing or suggestive of drowsiness.
stoic
a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.
supersede
take the place of (a person or thing previously in authority or use); supplant.
tout
attempt to sell (something), typically by a direct or persistent approach.
wane
(of a state or feeling) decrease in vigour or extent; become weaker.
