SAT LIST 2, 1 And 2 Flashcards
Acrid
Harsh or sharp in taste or odor
Boorish
Rude or insensitive
Cynical
Believing the worst of human nature and motives
Epistle
A letter or literary composition in letter form
Heresy
Opinions or doctrines that vary from orthodox positions
Lance
To pierce with a spear like weapon
Obscure
To make unclear, confusing
Poignant
Affecting or moving to the emotions
Respite
A delay or cessation for a time, especially if anything distressing or trying
Terse
Neatly or efficiently concise
Acrophobia
Morbid fear of heights
Bourgeoise
A person whose political or economic values are mainly concerned with property values and respectability
Debility
A weakened or defeebled state
Epistolory
Contained in or carried on by letters
Hiatus
A break or interruption in the continuity of a thing, a pause