Lesson 2 Flashcards
What does animosity mean?
a strong feeling of hatred
What does antediluvian mean?
something that is out of date
What is an antithesis?
the state of two opposites
What is an aplomb?
confident/complete poise
What is an apologist?
someone who defends things like religions or organizations from criticism
What is an apparatus?
equipment for activities
What is an apparition?
a spirit of a dead person
What is an apititude?
a natural ability
What is an ardor?
a strong feeling of eagerness
What is an armada?
a fleet of ships
What does articulate mean?
to be able to express speech clearly
What is an aspiration?
a goal
What does atone mean?
to do something good to show sorrow
What is an audacity?
a confident and daring quality
What does audible mean?
to be hard to hear
What does auspicious mean?
to show or suggest promising sucess
What does austere mean?
to have an unapproachable quality
What is an austerity?
a simple and plain quality
What is an avarice?
a strong desire for wealth or gain
What is a bailiff
a officer in a court of law
