Unit 2 set b Flashcards
1
Q
extremly dry; uninteresting, dull
A
arid
2
Q
a large wave; to rise or swell like a wave
A
billow
3
Q
to force, compel; to restrain, hold back
A
constrain
4
Q
fair minded , free from selfish motives, indifferent
A
disinterested
5
Q
to encircle, go or reach around, to enclose; to include with a certain group or class.
A
encompass
6
Q
impossible to understand
A
incomprehensible
7
Q
to handle or use skillfully; to manage or control for personal gain or advantage
A
manipulate
8
Q
the greatest possible amount or degree; reaching the greatest possible amount or degree.
A
maximum
9
Q
to wrinkle, make uneven; to annoy, upset; to flip through; materials used for trimming edges;a ripple, a low drum beat
A
ruffle
10
Q
the strength needed to keep going or overcome physical or mental strain; staying power
A
stamina
