GB HOB 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Interrogate
A
To examine by questioning
2
Q
Almoner
A
One who distributes money or goods to the poor
3
Q
Torrent
A
A heavy uncontrolled outpouring
4
Q
Compromise
A
A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions
5
Q
Legible
A
Possible to read
6
Q
Incessant
A
Continuing without interruption
7
Q
Reticent
A
Reluctant; hesitant to share one’s thoughts
8
Q
Uncouth
A
Rude; unrefined; awkward
9
Q
Uncanny
A
Peculiarly unsettling; eerie
10
Q
Antiquarian
A
one who studies or collects old or rare books
11
Q
Monolith
A
A large block of stone
12
Q
Disapprobation
A
Condemnation
13
Q
Tete-a-tete
A
In intimate privacy; without the intrusion of a third party
14
Q
Onerous
A
Troublesome or oppresive
15
Q
Furtive
A
Characterized by stealth; shifty
