Vocab 7 Flashcards
Prevaricate
v- to speak falsely or misleadingly; to deliberately create an impression; to lie
Chary
adj- watchful, cautious; overly shy
Catalyst
n- a thing that provokes meaningful change, especially without being affected by the consequences.
Incredulity
n- a state or feeling of disbelief.
Sate
v- to completely satisfy someone’s hunger or any other desire; to provide with more than enough.
Conflagration
n- a large fire that causes a great deal of damage.
Stalwart
adj- dependable and loyal; sturdy and strong
Intrinsic
adj- belonging to the nature of a thing; inwardly
Extrinsic
adj- not forming or belonging naturally to a thing
Squander
v- to use something precious in a wasteful and extravagant way.
Dilapidated
adj- in great despair; run-down; falling into ruin