Unit 10 Flashcards
annotation
a note or comment of critque or explanation usually added to a text
antediluvian
very old-fashioned oor antiquated or out-of-date
bedlam
a secene of confusion and noisy disturbance
covert
hidden or kept secret on purpose
debonair
having courteous or polished manners or charm
dun
to demand payment repeatedly; a person who demands payment; dark or grayish brown in color
efficacious
effective or able to produce a desired effect
equanimity
calmness or composure especially under pressure
foruitous
hapening by chance or by accident; lucky
gist
the main idea or essence
gratuitous
free or done without charge
imperious
overbearing or demanding or seeking to dominate
inimical
unfriendly or hostile
invective
abusive language or a stron insult
motely
composed of a great variety of eleent