TKAM Vocab Flashcards
Venue
the place where something happens, especially an organized event such as a concert, conference, or sports event.
Ominous
giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious(unpromising/ not conducive to success).
Facade
the face of a building, especially the principal front that looks onto a street or open space.
an outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant or creditable reality.
Detractors
a person who disparages someone or something.
Disparage: regard or represent as being of little worth.
Succint
(especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed.
Profane
elating or devoted to that which is not sacred or biblical; secular rather than religious.
(of a person or their behavior) not respectful of orthodox religious practice; irreverent.
treat (something sacred) with irreverence or disrespect.
Prominent
important; famous.
Affluent
(especially of a group or area) having a great deal of money; wealthy.
(of water) flowing freely or in great quantity.
Solicitor
a person who tries to obtain business orders, advertising, etc.; a canvasser.
the chief law officer of a city, town, or government department.
Equity
the quality of being fair and impartial.
the value of the shares issued by a company.
Turbulent
characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm.
(of air or water) moving unsteadily or violently.
Fluctuations
an irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation.
Barricade
an improvised barrier erected across a street or other thoroughfare to prevent or delay the movement of opposing forces.
block or defend with an improvised barrier.
Accrimonious
(typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter.
Complacently
Complacently is the adverb form of complacent, which means “with pleasure or satisfaction.” When we say someone is behaving complacently, they’re doing something confidently, but perhaps without fear of potential dangers. So complacency isn’t such a good thing.
