Vocab #13 Flashcards
pertinent
adjective: having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand
ploy
noun: a clever plan to turn a situation to one’s advantage
precarious
adjective: fraught with danger
precedent
noun: an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
quandary
noun: a state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
rankle
verb: gnaw into; make resentful or angry
relegate
verb: assign to a lower position
spurn
verb: reject with contempt
squander
verb: spend thoughtlessly; waste time, money, or an opportunity
steadfast
adjective: marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
thwart
verb: hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of