Set 7 Flashcards
1
Q
Abate
A
To become less intense or widespread
Synonym: ease/diminish
Antonym: increase/worsen
2
Q
Clemency
A
A decision not to punish someone
Synonym: mercy/forgiveness
Antonym: cruelty/bitterness
3
Q
Lurid
A
Presented in shocking or sensational terms
Synonym: tawdry/sordid
Antonym: discreet/restrained
4
Q
Gall
A
Bold, disrespectful
Synonym: nerve/cheekiness
Antonym: humility/kindness
5
Q
Kinetic
A
Of, or relating to, or resulting from motion
Synonym: animated/active
Antonym: still/lethargic
