Test #3 Flashcards
Amatory
relating to or induced by sexual love or desire.
Imprudent
not showing care for the consequences of an action; rash.
Retention
the continued possession, use, or control of something.
Amusement
the state or experience of finding something funny.
Linear
arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line. Sequential
Righteousness
the quality of being morally right or justifiable.
Cacophony
a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
Loathe
feel intense dislike or disgust for.
Subsequent
coming after something in time; following.
Courtesy
the showing of politeness in one’s attitude and behavior toward others.
Lucrative
producing a great deal of profit.
Suggestive
tending to suggest an idea.
Gesture
a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning.
an action performed to convey one’s feelings or intentions.
Pretentious
attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.
Veracity
conformity to facts; accuracy.
habitual truthfulness.
