Unit 2 Set B Flashcards
Arid
(Adj) extremely dry; Uninterested, dull
Billow
(N) A large wave; (v) to rise or swell like a wave
Constrain
(V) To force, Compel; to restrain, hold back
Disinterested
(Adj) fair-minded, Free from selfish motives; indifferent
Encompass
(V). To Incircle, go or reach around; to Enclose; to Include with a certain group or class
Incomprehensible
(Adj) ImPossible to understand
Manipulate
(V) to handle or use skillfully; to manage or control for personal gain or advantage
Maximum
(N) The greatest possible amount or degree; (adj) reaching the greatest possible amount or degree
Ruffle
(V) to wrinkle, make uneven; to annoy, upset; to flip through; (n) material used for trimming edges; a ripple; a low drumbeat
Stamina
(N) strength needed to keep going or overcome physical or mental strain; Staying power