VOCA 165 - 205 Flashcards by Andre Clarke

Prestige (n)

Definition:
Widespread respect and admiration based on achievements

Synonyms:
Status, standing, stature

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Prioritize (v)

Definition:
Determine the order based on importance

Synonyms:
Rank, sort, sequence, organize, order

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Proclaim (v)

Definition:
Announce officially or publicly

Synonyms:
Declare, announce, pronounce

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Proverbial (adj)

Definition:
Widely known, famous, stereotypical

Synonyms:
Fabled, legendary, infamous

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Proximity (n)

Definition:
Nearness in space, time, or relationship

Synonyms:
Closeness, nearness, juxtaposition

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Prudent (adj)

Definition:
Acting with or showing care and thought for the future

Synonyms:
Wise, judicious, shrewd

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Punctuality (n)

Definition:
The state of being on time

Synonyms:
Promptness, timeliness

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Pulsate (v)

Definition:
To expand and contract with strong regular movements

Synonyms:
Palpitate, throb, vibrate

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Quarry (n)

Definition:
That which is hunted or perused

Synonyms:
Prey, hunted, target

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Quarrel (n)

Definition:
A verbal dispute or heated argument

Synonyms:
Argue, disagree, squabble

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Quench (v)

Definition:
To extinguish or satisfy

Synonyms:
Gratify, appease, slake

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Query (n/V)

Definition:
Asking for information

Synonyms:
Ask, request, question

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Rampart (n)

Definition:
A defensive structure; a protective barrier

Synonyms:
Fortification, embankment

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Rambunctious (adj)

Definition:
Difficult to control or handle

Synonyms:
Disorderly, Rowdy, boisterous

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Random (adj)

Definition:
Happen by chance

Synonyms:
Irregular, unpredictable

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Rant (v)

Definition:
To complain or protest strongly and persistently about

Synonyms:
Yell, seethe, tirade, rage

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Rebuke (n/V)

Definition:
An often public or formal expression of disapproval

Synonyms:
Reprimand, admonish, scold, criticize

Reprimand (N/v)

Definition:
An often public or formal expression of disapproval

Synonyms:
Condemnation, censure, rebuke, reproach

Resent (v)

Definition:
To feel or show displeasure or indignation at (a person, act, remark, etc.) from a sense of injury or insult.

Synonyms:
Dislike, begrudge, have hard feelings

Ritualistic (adj)

Definition:
Relating to or done as a ceremony or rite

Synonyms:
Ceremonial, reverent, formal, sacred

Savor (v)

Definition:
To appreciate or enjoy something

Synonyms:
Relish, indulge, delight

Schism (n)

Definition:
A division or separation

Synonyms:
Conflict, disharmony, dissension, friction, split

Scornful (adj)

Definition:
Feeling or expressing contempt or derision

Synonyms:
Contemptuous, cynical, mocking

Screech (n/v)

Definition:
To utter or make a harsh, shrill cry or sound

Synonyms:
Scream, howl, shout, shriek, squeal, yell

Seed(ed) (n/v)

Definition: To schedule tournament players or teams so that superior ones will not meet in early rounds. Synonyms: Rank, standing, position

Secure (adj/v)

Definition: Adj: fastened, stable V: safe, protected Synonyms: Solid, strong, sure Defended, guarded, shielded

Sever (v)

Definition: To cut apart Synonyms: detach, disconnect, separate, split

Sham (n)

Definition: Bogus, fake Synonyms: Hoax, phony, fake, pretense

Shrewd (adj)

Definition: Practical cleverness and judgement Synonyms: Clever, smart, astute, savvy, sharp

Shudder (v)

Definition: Tremble or shake, usually in fear or revulsion Synonyms: Shiver, tremble, quiver

Skepticism (n)

Definition: Doubt or unbelief Synonyms: Apprehension, disbelief, distrust, reluctance, suspicion, uncertain

Slant(ed) (v/n)

Definition: To maliciously or dishonestly distort or falsify; slope Synonyms: Divert, falsify, twist, slope

Snarl (v/n)

Definition: V: to growl threateningly or viciously, especially with a raised upper lip to bare the teeth, as a dog. N: A tangle; a complicated or confused condition or matter Synonyms: V: Bark, growl, mutter N: Morass, chaos, clutter, disarray, entanglement

Soluble (adj)

Definition: Able to be resolved; describing something that can be dissolved Synonyms: Resolvable, answerable, solvable

Spawn (v)

Definition: To produce or generate in large numbers Synonyms: Breed, reproduce, generate

Sterile (adj)

Definition: Free from living germs or microorganisms; aseptic: incapable of producing offspring; Synonyms: Antiseptic, barren, desolate, hygienic

Staunch (adj)

Definition: Very loyal and committed in allegiance or attitude Synonyms: Dedicated, determined, resolute

Superficial (adj)

Definition: Without depth or detail Synonyms: Cursory, frivolous, one-dimensional, surface level, trivial

Suffice (v)

Definition: To be enough Synonyms: Adequate, sufficient

Suppress (v)

Definition: To restrain, repress or prevent Synonyms: Conceal, stifle, bottle up

Sympathetic (adj)

Definition: Characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing; looking upon with favor Synonyms: Affectionate, Caring, compassionate, interested, loving, sensitive, supportive