September Flashcards
Zilch
Nada, nothing, nichts
Flotsam
Debris in water not deliberately thrown overboard, after shipwreck
Cornucopia
Horn of plenty (fruits), large collection
Abrogation
the repeal or abolition of a law, right, or agreement
Finagle
Obtaining by dishonest means
Amis amant
Friends who have fun
Mea culpa
Latin, acknowledging fault, my bad
Curmudgeon
a bad-tempered person, especially an old one
Pyrrhic victory
won at too great a cost to have been worthwhile for the victor
Intrepid
fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect).
Cathartic
providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions; causing catharsis.
Odious
Extremely unpleasent; repulsive
Asperse (verb)
Attack or criticise the reputation or integrity of