mockingbird 16 Flashcards
1
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profane-this part of the bible feels profane
A
relating or devoted to that which is not sacred or biblical; secular rather than religious.
2
Q
subpoena-“a subpoena may be issued to compel their attendance”
A
a writ ordering a person to attend a court.
3
Q
elucidate-The aim of the report is to elucidate the main points of the new regulations.
A
to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
4
Q
equity-“equity of treatment”
A
the quality of being fair and impartial.
5
Q
amiable- an amiable disposition
A
having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities; affable
6
Q
eccentricity-“the eccentricity of his views”
A
the quality of being eccentric.
7
Q
litigant-The person who sues and the person who gets sued are both litigants.
A
someone involved in a lawsuit
