Vocab test 2 Flashcards
What does ‘admonish’ mean?
warn/ reprimand someone
‘Admonish’ often implies a gentle or constructive reprimand.
Define ‘bequest’.
legacy/ inheritance
A bequest is typically mentioned in a will.
What is the meaning of ‘bequeath’?
leave/pass something on to someone
This term is commonly used in the context of wills and estates.
Fill in the blank: To ‘bestow’ something upon someone means to _______.
[give sth to sb/ present (a gift, honour, right)]
What does ‘blasphemy’ refer to?
offence of speaking ill of god or sacred things/ profanation
Blasphemy is often considered a serious offense in many religions.
Define ‘chasten’.
humble/ discipline
Chastening often implies a moral or ethical correction.
What is the definition of ‘consolation’?
comfort received after a loss/ disappointment
Consolation helps mitigate feelings of sadness.
To ‘convey’ means to _______.
[express/ communicate]
What does ‘defile’ mean?
damage the purity of sth/ desecrate
Defiling can refer to both physical and metaphorical purity.
What does it mean to ‘desert’ something?
withdraw/ leave something
Deserting can often imply abandonment.
Define ‘expedient’.
convenient but possibly improper or immoral (adj.)
Expediency is often viewed in a negative light when ethical considerations are at stake.
True or False: To ‘humiliate’ someone is to make them feel proud.
False
Humiliation typically involves making someone feel ashamed.
What does ‘indignation’ mean?
anger/ annoyance provoked by unfair treatment
Indignation often arises from perceived injustice.
Fill in the blank: ‘On one’s own accord’ means _______.
[on ones own, according to ones judgement]
Define ‘purge’.
to rid/ clear/ free
Purging can refer to both physical and emotional cleansing.
What is a ‘reproach’?
expression of disapproval/ disappointment
Reproach often indicates a sense of moral or ethical failing.
What does it mean to ‘sustain’?
undergo/ suffer
Sustaining often implies enduring hardship.
Define ‘tedious’.
tiresome/ monotonous
Tedious tasks often lead to boredom.
What does ‘tribulation’ refer to?
great trouble or suffering
Tribulation is often associated with significant challenges or trials.
Fill in the blank: ‘Allegiance’ means _______.
[loyalty/ commitment to a group or cause]
What are ‘amendments’?
minor change or addition to improve a text
Amendments are often made to legal documents or policies.
Define ‘atonement’.
making amends for a wrong-doing/ reparation for sin
Atonement is a key concept in many religious traditions.
What does ‘consent’ mean?
permission/ agreement
Consent is essential in many legal and ethical contexts.
Fill in the blank: A ‘dowry’ is an amount of property or money brought by a _______.
[bride to her husband on their marriage]
What is an ‘heir’?
a person entitled to the property or belongings of another after their death (usually ones child)
Heirs typically inherit according to legal stipulations or family law.
True or False: ‘Hostages’ are individuals held captive or seized.
True
Hostages are often used as leverage in negotiations.
Define ‘inheritance’.
legacy/ a thing passed onto another person after the owner’s death
Inheritance can include money, property, or personal belongings.
What does ‘irrevocably’ mean?
in an unchangeable way
Irrevocable decisions cannot be undone.
Fill in the blank: ‘Lawful’ means _______.
[conforming to the rules/ law]
What is a ‘plea’?
a request made in an emotional manner
Pleas are often made in legal contexts or personal appeals.
What does ‘ransom’ refer to?
a sum of money demanded for the release of a captive
Ransom is commonly associated with kidnapping cases.
Define ‘revenue’.
income
Revenue can come from various sources, including business operations and investments.
What does ‘relief’ mean?
a feeling of calm following a release from anxiety/ assistance given to a person in special need
Relief can be both emotional and practical.
Fill in the blank: A ‘summons’ is an order to _______.
[appear before a judge]
What is ‘tithing’?
taking/ paying a tithe (one tenth of annual produce earnings, in certain religions- pledged to the church)
Tithing is often seen as a religious obligation.
What does it mean ‘to allay’?
put at rest, diminish/ relieve
Allaying fears or anxieties can lead to greater peace of mind.
Fill in the blank: ‘To cancel’ means to _______.
[call off/ decide something will not take place]
What does ‘to condemn’ mean?
express disapproval/ sentence someone to a punishment, especially death
Condemnation is often a formal statement of disapproval.
True or False: To ‘deny’ means to accept or agree.
False
Denying something involves rejection or refusal.
What does it mean ‘to grant’?
allow/ give sth to sb
Grants can be formal or informal.
Define ‘to impair’.
weaken/ damage
Impairment can refer to physical, mental, or emotional weaknesses.
What does it mean ‘to impose’?
force sth on sb/ take advantage of
Imposing can be seen as overstepping boundaries.
Fill in the blank: ‘To issue a summons’ means to _______.
[release a document ordering a specific person to appear at a specific time for a specific purpose]
What does ‘to levy a tax’ mean?
impose/ collect tax
Levying taxes is a common governmental function.
What does ‘to make amends’ mean?
compensate/ make up for a wrongdoing
Making amends often involves an apology or restitution.
Fill in the blank: ‘To outlaw’ means to _______.
[ban sth/ make sth illegal]
What is the meaning of ‘to pledge’?
to promise sth/ commit by a solemn promise
Pledges often involve a formal commitment.
What does ‘to receive atonement’ mean?
to be forgiven for previous wrongdoings
Receiving atonement is often linked to spiritual or moral reconciliation.
Define ‘to restore’.
bring back/ repair
Restoration can apply to physical objects, relationships, or systems.
Fill in the blank: ‘To debar from’ means to _______.
[to stop someone from doing something by law or by an official agreement]
What does ‘to bar sb from sth’ mean?
prohibit sb to do sth
Barricading someone from an action is often a legal or formal measure.
Fill in the blank: ‘To abstain from’ means to _______.
[to not do something, especially something enjoyable that you think might be bad]
Define ‘pious’.
marked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship or marked by conspicuous religiosity
Pious individuals often follow religious practices closely.
What does ‘leaping’ refer to?
jumping
Leaping can be a physical activity or metaphorical, such as leaps of faith.
What is ‘vaulting’?
pole jumping
Vaulting is a sport that requires agility and strength.
Define ‘divine’.
relating to God or gods, religion
The term ‘divine’ often implies something sacred or heavenly.
What does ‘diligent’ mean?
hardworking
Diligent individuals are often recognized for their commitment and effort.
Fill in the blank: ‘Idle’ means _______.
[lazy, not involved in any activity]
What is an ‘impediment’?
obstacle
Impediments can be physical or metaphorical barriers to progress.
Define ‘feast’.
a party, banquet, or celebration
Feasts are often associated with cultural or religious events.
What does ‘archery’ refer to?
shooting with a bow and arrows, especially at a target as a sport
Archery has historical significance as both a sport and a means of hunting.
