Vocab, batch #1 (26-50) Flashcards
Debase
v.
to lower in character, quality, or value; to degrade
Disabuse
v.
to free from error
Vicarious
adj.
performed, suffered, or otherwise expensive
Transmute
v.
to change from one nature/substance
Surreptitious
stealthy/secret
Propensity
n.
a natural inclination/predilection toward something
Sangfroid
n.
composure/coolness, especially in trying circumstances
Proclivity
n.
a natural/habitual inclination or tendency
Peculate
v.
to steal something that has been given into one’s trust
Autonomy
n.
self-government
Amnesty
n.
a general pardon for an offense against a government
Sleazy
adj.
thin/flimsy in texture; ethically low
Sedulous
adj.
persistent, showing industry and determination
Scurrilous
adj.
coarsely abusive, vulgar/low
Reverberate
v.
to re-echo, resound, to reflect
Exhort
v.
to urge strongly, advise earnestly
Noncommittal
adj.
unwilling to take a clear position
Pillage
v.
to rob of goods by open force
Prate
v.
to talk a great deal in a foolish or aimless fashion
Fetter
n.
a chain or shackle placed on the feet; anything that confines/restrains
Heinous
adj.
very wrecked; offensive, hateful
Megalomania
n.
a delusion marked by a feeling of power, wealth, talent far in excess of reality
Transgress
v.
to go beyond a limit/boundary; violate a law
Equitable
adj.
embodying principles of justice
Desecrate
v.
to commit violation/misuse, treat irreverently
