Lesson 2 Flashcards
What is looking directly downward?
Downcast
What is a fight for some good cause or against some wrong?
Crusade
What is to swallow up; to cover completely?
Engulf
What is the quality of being grand, or large and impressive; greatness?
Grandeur
What is a very foolish, silly person?
Imbecile
What is not operating; not working or not effective?
Inoperative
What is having little or no meaning or importance; too small to matter?
Insignificant
What is one who is new to an occupation or activity?
Novice
What is a short, witty remark or reply?
Quip
What is to become less harsh, severe or stubborn; to soften?
Relent
What is able to spring back into its original shape after being bent/squeezed/bent or able to cover from sadness/illness?
Resilient
What is to act in return of another’s action; especially a violent one as revenge?
Retaliate
What is playful mischief or trickery?
Shenanigans
What is happening or existing at the same time?
Simultaneous
What is extreme or serious; having a major effect?
Drastic
