Quiz #8 Flashcards
1
Q
Broach
A
Verb
To raise a sensitive subject for discussion
Ex: We didn’t broach on the idea of taking a vacation after Bob just lost his job.
2
Q
Brusque
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Adjective
Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner
3
Q
Deference
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Noun
Courteous regard for people’s feelings
Verb- defer
4
Q
Defunct
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Adjective
No longer existing or functional
5
Q
Degradation
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Noun
The act of degrading; the state of being degraded
6
Q
Hoary
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Adjective
Grayish white; old and trite/cliché
7
Q
Revere
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Verb
To feel deep respect or admiration for
8
Q
Rife
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Adjective
Of common occurrence; wide spread (especially something harmful)
9
Q
Rigor
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Noun
The quality or state of being very exact, careful, or strict.
10
Q
Aesthetic
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Adjective
Concerned with beauty or appreciation of beauty
