Vocab 6 Flashcards
To satisfy
To lessen or reduce the intensity of
Assuage
Someone or something that is intensely disliked, cursed, or shunned
Anathema
Like a benevolent uncle; familiar and indulgent
Avuncular
Sociable; concerned with good company and festivities
Convivial
Combing elements from a variety of sources
Eclectic
A short, witty poem
Epigram
To explain in detail; to set forth
Expound
Relating to the essential nature of something; real or actual
Intrinsic
Habitual or deeply rooted ; persistent
Inveterate
A very powerful or wealthy person; magnate
Mogul
Extremely generous; liberal in giving
Munificent
Beginning to exist; emerging
Nascent
Clear- sighted ; shrewd
Perspicacious
One who is indifferent to or disdainful of intellectual values
Philistine
Tending to favor or assist; encouraging
Propitious