ELA Flashcards
Junta
a military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force.
circuitous
longer than the most direct way [a journey or route].
rectory
the housing that a church organization provides for a minister or priest to live in.
luminescent
emitting light not caused by heat.
deranged
crazy; insane
tertiary
third in order of level
austere
having no comfort or luxury
August
respected and impressive.
Infiltrate
enter or gain access to (an organization, place, etc.)
Intermittent
occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady
Dubious
Not to be relied on; suspect
Maldistribution
Uneven distribution of something
Ouevre
the works of a painter, composer, or author regarded collectively.
Proselytize
attempt to convert (someone) from one religion, belief, or opinion to another.
trepidation
a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
fetid
smelling extremely unpleasant.
indigenous
originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
impediment
a hindrance or obstruction in doing something
noncompliant
failing to act in accordance with a wish or command.
litany
a tedious recital or repetitive series.
stentorian
loud and powerful [voice]
Lacnonic
Using very few words
Desultory
Lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm
Discrepant
Not being in agreement
Polymath
A person of wide ranging knowledge or learning
