Set 6 - Feb 17 Flashcards
Renounce
Formally declare oneโs abandonment of a claim or right
Ostracise
Exclude from a group or society
Perturbed
Anxious or unsettled, upset
Aghast
Filled with horror or shock
Indignant
Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
Hinder
Make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen
Taunt
A remark made in order to anger, wound or provoke someone
Provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks
Circumvent
Find a way around an obstacle
Deceive or outwit
Prohibit
Formally forbid something by law or rule
Assist
To help someone by doing a share of the work
Excess
An amount of something that is more than necessary or desirable
Plenty
A large or sufficient amount or quantity, more than enough
Surplus
A mount of something left over when requirements have been met
Authorise
Give official permission for or approval
Neglected
Suffering a lack of proper care
Not receiving proper attention
Secluded
A place not seen or visited by many people
Dilapidated
A building or object in a state of disrepair or ruin
Accurate
Completely correct
Exuberant
Full of energy, excitement and cheerfulness
Fortitude
Courage in pain or adversity
Prowess
Skill or expertise in a particular activity
Illustrious
Well known, respected and admired for past achievements
Refuse
Indicate that one is not willing to do something
Rubbish