Soelling Test 1 Flashcards
1
Q
efflorescence
A
blooming of flowers, state of flowering
2
Q
enmity
A
deep seated hatred, state of being an enemy
3
Q
decorous
A
exhibiting appropriate behaviour or conduct
4
Q
bastion
A
A stronghold or fortification; similar to a stronghold
5
Q
hiatus
A
A gap or interruption in continuity; a break or pause
6
Q
ebullience
A
zestful or spirited enthusiasm
7
Q
recrimination
A
The act of accusing in return; opposing another charge
8
Q
tumult
A
commotion of a great crowd; disorder
9
Q
tirade
A
a long angry or violent speech; a diatribe
10
Q
oppressive
A
using power unjustly; burdensome
11
Q
inscrutable
A
difficult to understand, mysterious
12
Q
vicissitudes
A
A change or variation; unexpected changes in life
13
Q
declivities
A
downward slope, as of a hill
14
Q
tacit
A
not spoken; implied by actions or statements
