Vocab Test 3 Flashcards
Vigilant
keenly watchful to detect danger; wary
Finite
having bounds or limits; not infinite; measurable
Oratory
silk or eloquence in public speaking
Eschews
to abstain or keep away from; shun; avoid
Transgression
an act of transgressing; violation of a law, command, etc.; sin
Semblance
outward aspect or appearance
Pundits
a learned person, expert, or authority
Autonomy
independence or freedom, as of the will or ones actions
Ambiguity (ambiguous)
doubtfulness or uncertainity of meaning or intention
Complacency
a feeling of quiet pleasure or security, often while unaware of some potential danger, defect, or the like; self-satisfaction or smug satisfaction with an exisiting situation or condition, etc.