Untitled Deck Flashcards
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What does apprehensive mean?
Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
This term often describes a person’s emotional state in anticipation of negative events.
Define hue.
Color, a smart lighting system, or a company that helps brands use user-generated content.
‘Hue’ can refer to both color in general and specific branding or technology contexts.
What does it mean to elude?
To evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way.
This term is often used in contexts involving escape or clever avoidance.
How is the term doggedly defined?
In a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence.
This adverb indicates a strong determination to continue despite difficulties.
What is the past participle of clothe?
Clad.
‘Clad’ is used to describe someone being dressed or covered in a particular way.
What is a reformatory?
An institution to which youthful offenders are sent as an alternative to prison; a reform school.
Reformatories focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment.
Define ruefully.
In a way that expresses sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous manner.
This adverb conveys a sense of bittersweet acknowledgment of a situation.
What does sullen mean?
Bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy.
‘Sullen’ often describes a person’s demeanor or mood that is withdrawn and moody.
What is a premonition?
A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.
Premonitions can be intuitive or instinctive feelings about future events.
What does indignant mean?
Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.
This term often relates to moral outrage regarding injustice.
