Vocab 3 Flashcards
algorithm (noun)
Mathematics. a set of rules for solving a problem in a finite number of steps, such as the Euclidean algorithm for finding the greatest common divisor.
assent (verb)
to agree or concur; subscribe to (often followed by to ):
to assent to a statement.
chafe (verb)
to wear or abrade by rubbing:
He chafed his shoes on the rocks
cherub (noun)
(in the Bible) a celestial being
cozen (verb)
to cheat, deceive, or trick.
cutpurse (noun)
Older Use. a pickpocket.
diadem (noun)
a crown.
encounter (verb)
to come upon or meet with, especially unexpectedly:
to encounter a new situation.
exploit (noun)
a striking or notable deed; feat; spirited or heroic act:
the exploits of Alexander the Great
expound (verb)
to set forth or state in detail:
to expound theories
finite (adjective)
having bounds or limits; not infinite; measurable.
imperious (adjective)
domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing: an imperious person.
an imperious manner;
an imperious person.
infantry (noun)
soldiers or military units that fight on foot, in modern times typically with rifles, machine guns, grenades, mortars, etc., as weapons.
malady (noun)
any disorder or disease of the body, especially one that is chronic or deepseated.
monetize (verb)
to legalize as money.
persist (verb)
to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action, or the like, especially in spite of opposition, remonstrance, etc.:
to persist in working for world peace;
to persist in unpopular political activities
quiddity (noun)
Also called what·ness [hwuht, -nis, wuht, ‐]. the quality that makes a thing what it is; the essential nature of a thing
reechy (adjective)
smoky or sooty
salutation (noun - 2)
something uttered, written, or done by way of saluting. salute.
scrounge (verb)
to borrow (a small amount or item) with no intention of repaying or returning it:
to scrounge a cigarette
subordinate (adjective)
placed in or belonging to a lower order or rank.
tithe (noun - 3)
a tenth part or any indefinitely small part of anything
tributary (noun)
a stream that flows to a larger stream or other body of water
undaunted (adjective)
undismayed; not discouraged; not forced to abandon purpose or effort:
undaunted by failure.
widespread (adjective)
spread over or open, or occupying a wide space
