Vocab 1

Question 1

abash

Answer 1

cause to feel embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.

Question 2

abdicate

Answer 2

(of a monarch) renounce one’s throne; to retire

Question 3

abet

Answer 3

encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular, to commit a crime or other offense.

Question 4

abridge

Answer 4

shorten (a book, movie, speech, or other text) without losing the sense.

Question 5

abrogate

Answer 5

repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement).

Question 6

abstemious

Answer 6

not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking; moderate

Question 7

accede

Answer 7

assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty; OR to assume an office or position

Question 8

accord

Answer 8

give or grant someone (power, status, or recognition); OR (of a concept or fact) be harmonious or consistent with; OR an official agreement or treaty.

Question 9

acrimonious

Answer 9

(typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter.

Question 10

acumen

Answer 10

the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.

Question 11

alacrity

Answer 11

brisk and cheerful readiness

Question 12

allay

Answer 12

to diminish or put at rest; to relieve or alleviate

Question 13

allude

Answer 13

to indirectly suggest something

Question 14

allure

Answer 14

mysteriously attractive

Question 15

amenable

Answer 15

open and responsive; capable of being acted upon in a certain way

Question 16

amiable

Answer 16

friendly