Vocab 1-30 Flashcards
Abash
To shame; embarrass
Abate
To reduce
Abdicate
To give up a power position
Abiding
Continuing and lasting
Abortive
Not able to be completed
Abscond
To secretly run away w/ & hide
Absolve
To free from blame sin or responsibility
Abstain
To voluntarily hold back
Abstruse
Difficult to understand
Abysmal
Utterly hopeless; profoundly fucking terrible
Accost
To approach boldly
Acquiesce
To give in, surrender, to go quietly
Acrid
Harsh, sharp, offensive
Acrophobia
Fear of heights
Acumen
Sharp insight, keenness of mind
Acute
Sharp or keen
Adherent
Follower believer or disciple
Adjudicate
To decide by judicial procedure
Admonish
To reprimand or scold gently
Adroit
Skillful
Adulation
Excessive admiration, worship or flattery
Aesthetic
Artistic, related to beauty
Affectation
Fake behavior to impress
Alacrity
Cheerful readiness, eagerness
Allege
To accuse
Altercation
An angry dispute or quarrel
Altruism
Generosity selflessness
Ameliorate
To ease a situation, to bring relief
Amenable
Agreeable
Amenity
Nicety; attractive feature