Unit 6 Flashcards
aloof
Not friendly
abashed
Embarrassed or ashamed
articulate
Speak fluently
bask
Lie exposed to warmth and light
defect
Imperfection or lacking
finesse
Intricate and refined delicacy
flaunt
Display something impressively to make someone jealous
forthright
Direct and outspoken; straightforward and honest
genial
Friendly and cheerful
instill
Gradually but firmly establish
ostracize
Exclude someone from a society or group
premonition
A strong feeling that something is about to happen
pseudonym
A fictitious name, especially one used by an author
purge
Get rid of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition.
rehabilitate
Restore to health or normal life by training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness
repercussion
An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action
resolute
Admirably purposeful and determined
retentive
- Having the ability to remember facts and impressions easily
- Able to absorb and hold moisture
scapegoat
A person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others
anguish
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering
