Pre test 2 Flashcards
palpable
- (of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense as to seem almost tangible.
- able to be touched or felt.
Devious
showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals.
inane
silly; stupid.
abashed
embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.
raucous
making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
pacifists
a person who believes that war and violence are unjustifiable.
nihilists
A true nihilist would believe in nothing, have no loyalties, and no purpose other than, perhaps, an impulse to destroy.
imperialists
a policy of extending a country’s power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Novice
a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.
sedentary
(of a person) tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive.
voraciously
in great quantities, especially excessively or gluttonously: