vocab. 8 lesson 12

Question 1

irksome

Answer 1

annoying; tedious

Question 2

accede

Answer 2

to agree to; to consent to; often after arguing from another

Question 3

prestige

Answer 3

high standing; respect earned by accomplishments. honored; esteemed

Question 4

prolific

Answer 4

abundantly productive

Question 5

affluent

Answer 5

generously supplied with money or possessions; wealthy. wealth

Question 6

philanthropy

Answer 6

the attempt to improve the well- being of those in need by donating money or aid. one who makes substantial contributions to those in need

Question 7

tycoon

Answer 7

a wealthy and powerful businessperson

Question 8

reticent

Answer 8

inclined to keep one’s thoughts and feelings to oneself; quiet and reserved. silence or reserve

Question 9

panorama

Answer 9

a complete view of a surrounding area. a thorough presentation of a subject

Question 10

legacy

Answer 10

money or property left to another in a will. something passed to those who come after

Question 11

arbitrary

Answer 11

determined by chance or whim rather then by reason or necessity.

Question 12

artisan

Answer 12

one able to do skilled work with the hands; a crafsperson

Question 13

dismantle

Answer 13

to take apart

Question 14

immerse

Answer 14

to cover in liquid. to completely engage the attention of

Question 15

ostentatious

Answer 15

extravagantly showy or ornate