Vocab 2/24-28

Question 1

Pernicious

Answer 1

having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

“Over time, the earth has fallen subject to the pernicious effects of air pollution.”

Question 2

Pejorative

Answer 2

expressing disregard or disapproval.

“Ambition is often used as a pejorative term, usually being associated with recklessness.”

Question 3

Paucity

Answer 3

something that is of small amount; scarcity

“There was a paucity of pizza so not everyone got a slice.”

Question 4

Relegate

Answer 4

consign or dismiss to an inferior rank or position.

“Military heros were regulated to the status of ordinary citizens.”

Question 5

Rife

Answer 5

(especially of something undesirable or harmful) of common occurrence; widespread.

“the streets were rife with rumor and fear”

Question 5

Alacrity

Answer 5

fast and cheerful willingness.

“We were so excited and accepted the invatation to our best friend’s party with alacrity.”

Question 6

Archetypal

Answer 6

Its the model that other things are based upon

“The archetypal journey representing a quest for glory”

Question 7

Fetter

Answer 7

A shackle for the ankles of the feet

“The prisioner can still feel the weight of his fetters, years after his realease.”

Question 8

Flagrant

Answer 8

clearly and visably offensive

“He blatently showed a flagrant disregard for the teacher’s rules.”

Question 9

Acumen

Answer 9

The ability to make a quick good judgement

“His acumen was exactly what was needed to make the decision in a pinch.”