Spicy Words Vocab - Week 1 Flashcards
1
Q
aberration
A
a departure from what is normal, usual or expected, typically one that is unwelcome (typically temporary)
2
Q
acquiesce
A
to accept or go along with something reluctantly but without protest
3
Q
superfluous
A
unnecessary; more than is needed
(an overflow of unnecessary information)
4
Q
deference
A
respect
5
Q
affinity
A
a natural liking or attraction for something or someone
6
Q
devoid
A
completely lacking or without
7
Q
dearth
A
a shortage of something
8
Q
cacophony
A
noises that clash/don’t go together harmoniously
9
Q
antithesis
A
a person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else
10
Q
aversion
A
a strong dislike for something or someone
