DAY 29 Flashcards
abscond
leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid capture
apogee
the peak or highest point of something
aspersion
a critical or damaging remark or criticism
bawdy
humorously dealing with sexual subjects; risqué in a comedic way
chagrin
a feeling of frustration, annoyance, or anger
collude
secretly cooperate for deceitful or fraudulent purposes
commiserate
express sympathy or sorrow with someone who has experienced misfortune
conflagration
a large, destructive fire
contretemps
a small disagreement or mishap
conviction
a strong belief or principle held with confidence
croon
sing softly, typically in a sentimental manner
depose
forcibly remove someone from office or power
detente
a period of improved relations between countries, especially when tensions have been high
dowdy
lacking style or elegance; out of fashion
echelon
a level or tier within a system or organization
ennui
a feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction due to a lack of excitement or interest
expatiate
talk or write in great detail about a topic
fraught
filled with tension, stress, or negative emotions
fulcrum
the main factor or element that plays a pivotal role in a situation
imbroglio
a complex and confusing situation, often of a messy or controversial nature
jocund
merry and in high spirits; exhibiting happiness
languish
become weak or feeble, often from neglect or lack of attention
nadir
the absolute lowest point or worst moment
nimble
quick and agile in movement or thinking
