TKM 8-10 Flashcards
feeble
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age
rudiments
the first principles of (a subject)
Providence
the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual
Jews Harp
a small, simple musical instrument consisting of a lyreshaped metal frame containing a metal tongue, which
is plucked while the frame is held in the teeth, the
vibrations causing twanging tones.
alist
inclined to one side
passé
e no longer fashionable; out of date
wrathful
full of or characterized by intense anger
ruthless
having or showing no pity or compassion for others
apoplectic
overcome with anger; extremely indignant
degeneration
the state or process of being or becoming degenerate;
decline or deterioration
umbrage
offense or annoyance
rectitude
morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness
interdict
an authoritative prohibition
palliation
a medicine or form of medical care that relieves
symptoms without dealing with the cause of the
condition
aberration
a departure from what is normal, usual, or
expected, typically one that is unwelcome