Set 2 Flashcards
lissome
def: thin, supple, or graceful
synonyms: flexible
connotation: O
pellucid
def: translucently clear
synonyms: limpid, transparent
connotation: +
derogating
def: detract from; regard as little of worth
synonyms: belittle, degrade, depreciate
connotation: -
abrogate
def: to repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement)
synonyms: repeal, revoke, annul
connotation: -
arrogated
def: to take or claim (something) for oneself without justification
synonyms: claim, assume
connotation: -
penultimate
def: second to last in a series
synonyms: second to last
connotation: O
perspicacious
def: having a steady insight into and understanding of things
synonyms: intelligent, discerning
connotation: +
prosaic
def: lacking poetic beauty
synonyms: ordinary, common
connotation: -
prurient
def: having or encouraging an excessive interest in sexual matters
synonyms: crude, lustful, vulgar
connotation: -
puerile
def: childishly silly
synonyms: immature
connotation: -
