Magoosh 4 Flashcards
1
Q
Unscrupulous
A
Someone without principles
2
Q
Denigrate
A
Charge falsely with malicious intent
3
Q
Ingratiate
A
Gain favour with somebody by making deliberate efforts
4
Q
Espouse
A
To adopt or support an idea or cause
5
Q
Largess
A
Extreme generosity
6
Q
Exalt
A
Praise or glorify
7
Q
Exacting
A
Demanding accuracy
8
Q
Soporific
A
Inducing mental lethargy or sleep inducing
9
Q
Acerbic
A
Harsh tone
10
Q
Pragmatic
A
Guided by practical approach rather than theory
11
Q
Idiosyncrasy
A
A behavioural attribute particular to a person (peculiar)
12
Q
Intransigent
A
Unwilling to change one’s belief
13
Q
Hackneyed
A
Lacking significance because of overuse
14
Q
Ignoble
A
Dishonourable
15
Q
Tortuous
A
Marked by repeated turns, not straightforward
