ela week 10 Flashcards
An expert judge in matters of taste
Connoisseur
Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one’s work well
Conscientious
Discourage someone from doing something, typically by instilling doubt or fear of
consequences
Deter
A particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or group
Dialect
A period of time in history or a person’s life,
usually marked by notable events
Epoch
A long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
era
A special or instinctive ability to do something well
Flair
Come between so as to prevent or alter a result
Intervene
Collect or assemble
Muster
Having minute spaces or holes through which liquid or air may pass
Porous
The condition of being known or talked about by many people; fame
renown
The way in which someone stands, especially when deliberately adopted
Stance
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm
turbulent
Take in information or ideas and understand fully
Assimilate
An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence
Atrocity