Lesson 7 Flashcards
What is an antecedent?
An antecedent is a thing or event that precedes.
What does the word antebellum mean?
A period of time before a war, especially the American Civil War.
What does it mean to be anterior?
It means: to come before in position or time.
What does the word avant-garde mean?
It means: ahead of the times (especially in the arts).
What does the word vanguard mean?
It means: the foremost position OR a leader of a movement.
What is a precept?
A precept is a command or rule of conduct.
What is predestination?
It’s the belief that what happens in life has already been determined by some higher power.
What does the word preempt mean?
It means: to take possession of something before anyone else can do so.
What is a premonition?
It’s a warning in advance.
What does the word preposterous mean?
It means: absurd, contrary to nature or reason.
What does it mean to be pretentious?
It means: showy, pompous, calming unjustified distinction.
