It's A Man's World Flashcards
1
Q
Paradox
A
A statement that at first seems to be absurd or self-contradictory but which may in fact turn out to be true
2
Q
Realm
A
Special field of something or someone; kingdom
3
Q
Annals
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Historical records
4
Q
Compound
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To increase or add to
5
Q
Tinge
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A trace, smattering, slight degree
6
Q
Smattering
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A slight superficial knowledge of a language or subject
Example: Edward had only a smattering of Spanish
7
Q
Scandal
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An action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public outrage
8
Q
Morally
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With reference to the principles of right and wrong behavior
9
Q
Outrage
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An extremely strong reaction or anger, shock or indignation
10
Q
A flash in the pan
A
Promising at the start but then disappointing
