Vocab Quiz #4 Prep Flashcards
What does “Affiliated” mean?
(adj.) Associated or connected, usually with an individual, group, or organization.
What does “Ascertain” mean?
(v.) To find something out and/or make sure of something.
What does “Attainment” mean?
(n.) An accomplishment or achievement, usually positive.
What does “Bequeath” mean?
(v.) To give or pass on an inheritance to a recipient, usually through a will.
What does “Cogent” mean?
(adj.) Compelling (convincing), highly logical, or to the point.
What does “Converge” mean?
(v.) To move or meet at a point, of intersection and combine.
What does “Disperse” mean?
(v.) To scatter or distribute far and wide over a wide area. It can also mean being forced to break up.
What does “Esteem” mean?
(v.) To regard (respect) highly and/or have a grand admiration.
(n.) A large amount of respect/admiration, typically for a person or idea. People who thinks this about themselves may be seen as snobby.
What does “Expunge” mean?
(v.) To erase, obliterate, or destroy completely (this is used in dramatic situations).
What does “Finite” mean?
(adj.) Having limits or bounds, lasting for a limited time, the opposite of “infinite”.
What does “Invulnerable” mean?
(adj.) Not being able to be hurt, damaged, or slowed against attack.
What does “Malevolent” mean?
(adj.) Spiteful or showing a will of evil, particularly to others.
What does “Nonchalant” mean?
(adj.) Feeling unconcerned, relaxed, casual, and/or confident. Not feeling pressure.
What does “Omniscient” mean?
(adj.) Knowing everything, having unlimited awareness or understanding (of a topic).
What does “Panacea” mean?
(n.) An (easy) solution, remedy, or answer for all problems (of a topic).
