Language Of Power And Submission

Question 1

Acquiesce (v)

Answer 1

To accept an unpleasant situation or comply to a demand reluctantly: Since the rest of the family wanted to drive to the beach, I stopped my protest and acquiesced.

Question 2

Capitulate

Answer 2

To surrender; to stop resisting : The corporation finally capitulated to the labor union’s demands. 

Question 3

Concession

Answer 3

1) the act of admitting reluctantly that something is true: I will make the concession that you have a point.
2) something surrendered, as land or a right: The territory was gained as a concession from a neighboring country after the war.

Question 4

Contrite

Answer 4

Remorseful; full of regret : Harold felt contrite after insulting Jacqueline, and bought her flowers to make amends.

Question 5

Deference

Answer 5

Respect for or submission to the authority or opinion of another: The villagers showed the deference by removing their hats as the Duke‘s coach passed them.

Question 6

Demagogue

Answer 6

A leader who persuades followers through emotional populist appeal rather than rational argument: The nation had grown tired of its demagogues an elected a well educated technocrat as it’s new leader.

Question 7

Despot

Answer 7

A (usually cruel) ruler with absolute power: The colonists regarded King George as a despot.

Question 8

Diffident

Answer 8

Lacking in self-confidence; shy and modest: Kate had to overcome her natural diffidence in order to audition for the musical.

Question 9

Imperious

Answer 9

Bossy and domineering: Glenda became resentful of her managers imperious demands.

Question 10

Impervious

Answer 10

Not able to be influenced (by): Jonah was seemingly impervious to the swarming gnats. 

Question 11

Indelible

Answer 11

Forming an enduring impression; unforgettable: The ink created an indelible stain on my tie.