Quiz Flashcards
Pique
To feel resentment
Serendipity
The faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident
Churlish
A rude, surly person
Eclectic
Selecting or employing individual elements from a variety of sources
Belligerent
Inclined or eager to fight; hostile or aggressive
Insolent
Disrespectfully arrogant; impertinent; rude
Spurious
Lacking authenticity; fake
Nebulous
- Cloudy, misty or hazy
2. Lacking definite form or limits; vague
Convoluted
Unnecessary complicated
Glib
Lighthearted; showing little concern
Chivalry
The qualities idealized by knighthood, such as bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women
Erudite
Deep wide learning
Memento
A reminder of the past; a keepsake
Poignant
Profoundly moving; touching
Pigeonhole
A specific, often oversimplified category; stereotype
Camaraderie
Goodwill and lighthearted rapport between or among friends
Plausible
Seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; credible
Etymology
The study or origin of a word
Replete
Abundantly supplied; abounding
Vindicated
To clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting arguments or proof
Coalesce
To come together to form a whole
Deviant
Differing from a norm or form the accepted standards of society