Unit 2 Vocabulary Flashcards
1
Q
Belie
A
To contradict
2
Q
Benevolent
A
Full of good will
3
Q
Contemplative
A
Thoughtful
4
Q
Deteriorate
A
To break down
5
Q
Encroach
A
To cross a boundary
6
Q
Portentous
A
Ominous and dreadful
7
Q
Surreptitious
A
Done by stealth ,kept secret
8
Q
Convert
A
To change
9
Q
Efficient
A
Productive
10
Q
Advocate
A
To plead in favor, to support
11
Q
Balk
A
To resist strongly
12
Q
Bolster
A
To encourage
13
Q
Eloquence
A
Well stated language
14
Q
Inflict
A
To bring about pain or suffering
15
Q
Intimidate
A
To bring fear
16
Q
Jubilant
A
Filled with joy
17
Q
Potent
A
Powerful
18
Q
Retaliation
A
Revenge
19
Q
Capricious
A
Impulsive, unpredictable
20
Q
Pragmatic
A
Practical
21
Q
Saqualor
A
Filthiness
22
Q
Amicable
A
Agreeably
23
Q
Corruption
A
Contamination
24
Q
Cynic
A
A person
