Nouns 9 Flashcards
Quagmire
Literally, a bog or swamp that impedes movement. Figuratively, a difficult or dangerous situation from which there is limited hope of escape
Qualm
Doubt or unease about some action or situation
Quandary
Deep uncertainty or indecision about a choice between two or more courses of action; a dilemma
Query
Question or request for information
Rampart
Fortification; bulwark or defense against attack
Rapport
Harmonious or mutually trusting relationship
Rarity
Something that is infrequent or not commonly encountered
Refuge
Place to which once can go for protection or separation from difficulty
Remnant
Remaining or left over part of something
Remorse
Regret or guilt
Renaissance
Rebirth or revival
Rendezvous
Meeting or location for a meeting
Renown
Fame or wide acclaim
Replica
An exact copy of something, although it may only be proportionate and not the same size
Reprimand
Severe scolding or rebuke, usually from a superior to a subordinate