jan 8th - frank ch 23, 24 Flashcards
the highest point or stage, climax, summit
acme
disbelief, unwilling to admit for accept what is offered as true
Incredulity
insulting or abusive language
invective
a person who sacrifices something of greater value and especially life itself for the sake of principal
Martyr
the facial features held to show qualities of mind or character
psysiognomy
to renounce upon oath, take back, retract
abjuration
a large disastrous fire
conflagration
harsh language or treatment arising from haughtiness and contempt
Contumely
free from burden, relieve, unburden
Disencumbered
to enclose within or as if within walls, imprison, entomb
immure
curses
imprecations
weakness or weariness of body or mind
Languor
something that brings disgrace, discredit, shame
opprobrium
all future generations
posterity
of or related to marriage or the marriage ceremony
nuptial