Vocab Deck 3

Question 1

Precept

Answer 1

a rule that says how people should behave

Question 2

Reprove

Answer 2

to criticize or correct (someone) usually in a gentle way; to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent

Question 3

reproof

Answer 3

criticism or blame; a statement that criticizes or blames someone

Question 4

Contrite

Answer 4

feeling or showing regret for bad behavior

Question 5

Vitriol

Answer 5

harsh and angry words

Question 6

Bibliophile

Answer 6

A lover of Books; one who loves to read, admire and collect books.

Question 7

Umbra

Answer 7

he fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object

Question 8

Penumbra

Answer 8

The partially shaded outer region of the shadow cast by an opaque object

Question 9

Opaque

Answer 9

Not able to be seen through; not transparent.

Question 10

Delineate

Answer 10

describe or portray (something) precisely.

Question 11

Abhorrent

Answer 11

Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.

Question 12

foist

Answer 12

Impose an unwelcome or unnecessary person or thing on.

Question 13

petulant

Answer 13

(of a person or their manner) childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

Question 14

assuage

Answer 14

make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense.

Question 15

replete

Answer 15

Filled or well-supplied with something.

Question 16

re·pa·tri·a·tion

Answer 16

The return of someone to their own country.

Question 17

Striation

Answer 17

A series on ridges, furrows, or marks (several uses)

Question 18

Modicum. [ˈmädəkəm]

Answer 18

a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable.

Question 19

stead·fast·ness

Answer 19

the quality of being resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.

Question 20

sojourn

Answer 20

A temporary stay.