TKAM Unit 7 Flashcards
Proficient
skilled at; highly knowledgeable of
Factotum
an assistant who does a variety of jobs
Facsimile
a copy or imitation
Facile
too simplistic or easy
Expound
to explain or discuss in detail
Proponent
one who argues in favor of; supporter
Infrastructure
the basic framework of a building or a system
Construe
to interpret or analyze something in a particular way
Constructive
having a positive effect; helpful
Destitute
Having no money; poor
Restitution
payment for an injury; compensation
Stature
level of achievement or authority; standing; rank
Complacent
satisfied with a situation that shouldn’t be changed or improved
Placebo
something that a positive mental effect; but not physical effect
Placid
calm; undisturbed
Gratuitous
unnecessary or unwanted
Ingratiate
to gain another’s favor by flattery or false friendliness
Ingrate
one who is not properly thankful
Docile
easily taught; submissive to instruction
Indoctrinate
to teach a certain point of view to
Doctrine
that which is taught; body of beliefs or ideas
Temper
to decrease the strength of
Temperance
restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food
Intemperate
lacking moderation; severe or extreme
