mc 8 Flashcards
sacrilegious
having to do with the violation or profanation of anything sacred or held sacred
imperious
domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial
usurp
to seize and hold (a position, office, power, etc.) by force or without legal right
viable
physically fitted to live
altruism
the principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others
dissipate
to scatter in various directions; disperse; dispel
predilection
a tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality; preference
obstinate
firmly or stubbornly adhering to one’s purpose, opinion, etc.
descry
to see (something unclear or distant) by looking carefully; discern
subjectivity
the state of existing in the mind
apprehend
to take into custody; arrest by legal warrant or authority
didactic
intended for instruction; instructive