Unit 1 • Lesson 2 Flashcards
crusade
a fight for some good cause or against some wrong.
downcast
looking or directed downwards.
drastic
extreme; serious; having a major effect.
engulf
to swallow up; to cover up completely.
grandeur
the quality of being grand or large and impressive.
imbecile
a very foolish, silly, or stupid person.
inoperative
not operating, not working, or not effective.
insignificant
having little or no meaning or importance; too small to matter.
novice
one who is new to an occupation or activity; a beginner.
quip
a short or witty remark or reply.
relent
to become less harsh, severe, or stubborn.
resilient
able to spring back to the original shape
retaliate
to return in act to another person’s earlier action.
shenanigans
playful mischief or trickery
simultaneous
happening or existing together at the same time.
