Vocab Test #2 Flashcards
He has a permanent ________ (holding of an office; time during which such an office is held) in this position and cannot be fired
Tenure
The allegiance of our allies is held by rather ________ (thin; rare; slim) ties.
Tenuous
During the summer, I like to take a ________ (lukewarm) bath, not a hot one.
Tepid
When his contract was ________ (to bring to an end) unexpectedly, he desperately needed a new job.
Terminated (terminate)
We have been able to explore the ________ (on the earth) regions much more than the aquatic or celestial regions.
Terrestrial
I admire his ________ (concise; abrupt; pithy) style of writing; he comes directly to the point.
Terse
My advice is to avoid discussing this problem with him today as he is rather ________ (irritable, short-tempered) and may shout at you.
Testy
These springs are famous for their ________ (curative) and healing qualities.
Therapeutic
The natives discovered that the hot springs gave excellent ________ (pertaining to heat) baths and began to develop their community as a health as a health resort.
Thermal
Her success in the school play convinced her she was destined for a ________ (pertaining to drama) career.
Thespian
A ________ (careful about money; economical) shopper compares prices before making major purchases.
Thrifty
The ________ (violent anguish) of despair can be as devastating as the spasms accompanying physical pain.
Throes
