Vocab 1 Flashcards
Abate (verb)
(of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread.
Adulation (noun)
obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise.
Anathema (noun)
something or someone that one vehemently dislikes.
OR
a formal curse by a pope or a council of the Church, excommunicating a person or denouncing a doctrine
Astute (Adj.)
having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage.
Avarice (noun)
extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
Culpable (Adj.)
deserving blame
Dilatory (Adj.)
slow to act
OR
intended to cause delay
Egregious (adj.)
outstandingly bad; shocking
OR
remarkably good
Equivocate (verb)
use ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself
Evanescent (adj.)
soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing
Irresolute (adj.)
showing or feeling hesitancy; uncertain.
Nebulous (adj.)
in the form of a cloud or haze; hazy
OR
(of a concept or idea) unclear, vague, or ill-defined
Novice (noun)
a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation
Penury (noun)
extreme poverty; destitution
Pretentious (adj)
attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed
