scar let 1 Flashcards
having the ring of truth but actually false
specious
poisonous; harmful, destructive, or deadly
toxic
sparing esp in the use of food and drink; moderate; temperate; restricted to bare necessities; very plain
abstemious
warlike in manner or temperament
bellicose
briefness of duration; concise expression; tenseness
brevity
avoid by or as if passing around; overcome or get the better of by artful maneuvering; outwit
circumvent
of the same size, extent, or duration; corresponding in size or degree; proportionate
commensurate
skill or adeptness in performance; dexterity; skill in deception; guile; shrewd or crafty in manipulation or deception; executed with or exhibiting ingenuity
cunning
deserving of scorn or contempt; vile
despicable
moral uprightness; righteousness
rectitude