hon english 11 vocab test 2 Flashcards
1
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Cower
A
Shrink away or crouch down from something out of fear
2
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Erratic
A
lack of regularity or consistentency; random or haphazard
3
Q
subvert
A
to undermine the power of authority of someone or something
4
Q
Posterity
A
People in the future; all future generations
5
Q
aesthetically
A
Of or related to the artistic or beautiful qualities of something
6
Q
feign
A
To pretend or profess to feel or be affected by something
7
Q
Irreverent
A
Showing lack of respect for something that is usually reserved
8
Q
coax
A
To influence or persuade someone to do something through gentle urging or flattery
9
Q
Dormant
A
In state of temporary suspension; temporary paused or inactive
10
Q
Cultivate
A
To foster growth of something; to nourish and care for something in a way that enables it to grow and develop
