Shattering Glass Ch 11-17

Question 0

Supposition

Answer 0

(N). An idea or theory that one believes is true, an uncertain truth
Synonyms: hypothesis, theory

Question 1

Recalcitrant

Answer 1

(Adj). Stubbornly refusing to obey rules or orders

Synonyms: insubordinate, defiant

Question 2

Clamorous

Answer 2

(Adj). Marked by loud and insistent cries, full of noise

Synonyms: vociferous, squawking

Question 3

Abashed

Answer 3

(Adj). Embarrassed or ashamed

Synonym: mortified

Question 4

Despondent

Answer 4

(Adj). Very sad and without hope
Synonyms: desperate, forlorn, hopeless
Collocation: often used with “over” or “about” (despondent over losing her job, despondent about his illness)

Question 5

Concur

Answer 5

(V). To agree with someone or something

Collocation: often used with “with” (concur with the decision)

Question 6

Barrage

Answer 6

(N). A great amount of something that comes quickly and continuously Collocation: used with “of”
Synonyms: bombardment, flood

Question 7

Ingrained

Answer 7

(Adj). Being a part of the innermost nature of a being, existing for a time and very difficult to change
Synonyms: innate, built-in

Question 8

Plod

Answer 8

(V). To walk slowly with heavy steps; to progress or develop slowly
Synonym: trudge

Question 9

Ostentatious

Answer 9

(Adj). Excessively showy, displaying wealth, knowledge etc. in a way that is meant to attract attention, admiration, or jealousy
Synonyms: snobbish, pompous, flashy