Vocab 10 Flashcards
celestial (divine, heavenly, sky)
relating to the sky (star, planet), or heaven
There’s such a aura here, such a celestial ambience!
divine
relating to god/deity, can also mean very good
quid pro quo
something for something, an exchange
florid
wording that is overly complex
or someone with a flushed/red complexion
fluke
an odd occurrence based on luck or chance that is unlikely to reoccur
An example of a fluke is a snowstorm in July
Narc
a federal agent or police officer who enforces the laws regarding illicit sale or use of drugs and narcotics.
rue
bitterly regret
harmonious
getting along well with people
ex: a harmonious relationship would be one in which you rarely fight with one another
can also mean music that goes well together and sounds pleasant (harmony)
vulgar
in poor taste
An example of vulgar is a very showy demonstration of wealth.
An example of vulgar is a very tacky outfit.
An example of vulgar is a dirty joke.
ostentatious
someone or something designed to get notice or draw attention by being inappropriate, showy, vulgar and in bad taste
An example of ostentatious is when someone buys huge diamonds and drives very expensive cars in order to show off
persecution
harassment or bad treatment due to race or religious belief, or sexual orientation
galvanize
to inspire someone to take action
conspicuous
obvious // easy to see
ex: a naked person streaking on a football field
bittersweet
something that is both happy and sad
draconian
laws or punishment that are cruel and severe
