Three Flashcards
indulgence
the act or practice of indulging; gratification of desire.
analogy
a similarity between like features of two things, on which a comparison may be based
immorality
immoral quality, character, or conduct; wickedness; evilness.
sequester
to remove or withdraw into solitude or retirement; seclude.
jargon
the language, especially the vocabulary, peculiar to a particular trade, profession, or group
conspire
to agree together, especially secretly, to do something wrong, evil, or illegal
ineffable
incapable of being expressed or described in words; inexpressible
obdurate
unmoved by persuasion, pity, or tender feelings; stubborn; unyielding.
frugality
the quality of being frugal, or prudent in saving; the lack of wastefulness
tranquility
quality or state of being tranquil; calmness; peacefulness; quiet; serenity.
allotted
to divide or distribute by share or portion; distribute or parcel out; apportion
pedigree
an ancestral line; line of descent; lineage; ancestry.
superficial
being at, on, or near the surface
anecdote
a short account of a particular incident or event, especially of an interesting or amusing nature.
benevolent
characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings
perpendicular
vertical; straight up and down; upright.
constancy
the quality of being unchanging or unwavering, as in purpose, love, or loyalty; firmness of mind; faithfulness.
impede
to retard in movement or progress by means of obstacles or hindrances; obstruct; hinder.
decent
conforming to the recognized standard of propriety, good taste, modesty, etc., as in behavior or speech.
manifest
readily perceived by the eye or the understanding; evident; obvious; apparent; plain
