Deck 05 Flashcards
Malapropism
An act or habit of misusing words ridiculously, especially by the confusion of words that are similar in sound
Conjecture
Formation or expression of an opinion or theory without sufficient evidence for proof; guess, speculation
Putative
Commonly regarded as such; reputed; supposed
Pithy
Brief, forceful, and meaningful in expression; full of vigor, substance, or meaning; terse; forcible
Humdrum
Lacking variety; boring; dull
Monotony
Dull, boring person
Bigot
Person who is utterly intolerant of any differing creed, belief, or opinion
Fiduciary
A person to whom property or power is entrusted for the benefit of another
Depending on public confidence for value or currency, as fiat money
Inveigh
To protest strongly or attack vehemently with words; rail (usually followed by “against”)
Obloquy
Censure, blame, or abusive language aimed at a person or thing, especially by numerous persons or the general public
Discredit, disgrace, or bad repute resulting from public blame, abuse, or denunciation
Dulcet
Pleasant to the ear, eye, tongue; soothing
Apace
With speed; quickly; swiftly
Headlong
With the head foremost; headfirst
Without delay/deliberation
Undertaken quickly and suddenly; impetuous
Abet
To encourage, support, or countenance by aid or approval, usually in wrongdoing
Ancillary
Subordinate; subsidiary
Auxiliary; Assisting
Espouse
To make one’s own; adopt or embrace, as a cause
