Vocab test 3 Flashcards
Define menial work.
Lowly, unskilled work
Often refers to tasks that require little skill or training.
What does it mean to emulate?
To imitate or replicate
Emulation often involves trying to match or exceed someone’s achievements.
What is the meaning of evolve?
To develop or progress
Evolving can refer to personal growth, changes in society, or biological processes.
What are best and worst scenarios?
Ideal and disastrous outcomes
These terms help in assessing risks or planning for different outcomes.
What does it mean to get the benefit of the doubt?
To trust or presume innocence
This phrase is often used in legal contexts or when assessing someone’s intentions.
What does it mean to cut corners?
To skimp or take shortcuts
Cutting corners often leads to lower quality results.
What is a downside?
A disadvantage or drawback
Downsides are the negative aspects of a situation or decision.
What does it mean to outnumber?
To surpass or exceed in number
This term is often used in contexts involving groups or populations.
Define robust.
Strong or sturdy
Robust can describe physical strength or the reliability of systems.
What does unanimous mean?
Agreed or united
Unanimous decisions are those made with complete agreement.
What does it mean to impel?
To force or drive
Impelling actions can be motivated by strong feelings or circumstances.
What does endowed with mean?
Gifted or equipped
This term often refers to inherent qualities or abilities.
What is meant by unalienable?
Inherent or absolute
Unalienable rights are those that cannot be taken away.
Define pursuit.
Quest or chase
Pursuit can refer to a goal or the act of following something.
What does prudence mean?
Caution or wisdom
Prudence involves careful judgment and foresight.
What is despotism?
Tyranny or dictatorship
Despotism is characterized by oppressive power.
What does relinquish mean?
To surrender or give up
Relinquishing can refer to power, rights, or possessions.
What does inestimable mean?
Priceless or incalculable
Inestimable value refers to something that cannot be measured easily.
Define formidable.
Intimidating or powerful
Formidable opponents are those that are daunting to face.
What is a depository?
Storage or vault
Depositories are places where valuable items are kept safe.
What does annihilation mean?
Destruction or obliteration
Annihilation refers to complete destruction of something.
What does endeavoured mean?
Attempted or strived
Endeavoring often reflects effort towards a goal.
What is tenure?
Occupancy or term
Tenure can refer to the holding of an office or property.
Define multitude.
Crowd or mass
Multitude often indicates a large number of people.
What does arbitrary mean?
Random or capricious
Arbitrary decisions are often made without a clear reason.
What does it mean to wage a war?
To conduct or carry out
Waging war involves taking military action against an adversary.
What is desolation?
Devastation or emptiness
Desolation can refer to both physical and emotional states.
What are insurrections?
Rebellions or uprisings
Insurrections often involve resistance against authority.
Define brethren.
Brothers or kin
Brethren often refers to members of a community or group.
What does unwarrantable mean?
Unjustifiable or indefensible
Unwarrantable actions lack proper justification.
What is magnanimity?
Generosity or nobility
Magnanimity reflects a willingness to forgive and show kindness.
What does acquiesce mean?
To accept or comply
Acquiescing often involves agreeing without protest.
What does denounces mean?
Condemns or criticizes
Denouncing typically involves public disapproval.
What does levy mean?
To impose or collect
Levying can refer to taxes or fines imposed by authorities.
Define commerce.
Trade or business
Commerce encompasses the exchange of goods and services.
What does savory mean?
Pleasant in taste
Savory often describes dishes that are flavorful and not sweet.
What does decrepit mean?
Old and in poor condition
Decrepit items often require replacement or repair.
What does it mean to hinder?
To obstruct or impede
Hindering can refer to making progress more difficult.
What does howling mean?
Making a loud wailing sound
Howling can be associated with animals or expressions of grief.
What does bemoan mean?
To express sorrow or lament
Bemoaning often involves vocalizing dissatisfaction.
What does knit mean?
To interlock yarn or fabric
Knitting is a common craft activity for creating garments.
What does squaw mean?
A term historically used for Indigenous women
This term is often considered derogatory and should be used with caution.
Define wilderness.
A wild and untamed area
Wilderness areas are often protected for conservation purposes.
What is a swamp?
A wetland area often dominated by trees
Swamps are crucial ecosystems that support diverse wildlife.
What does ground mean as an adjective?
Relating to the earth or soil
Ground can describe something that is physically on the surface.
What does blind mean?
Unable to see
Blindness can be complete or partial.
What does fetch mean?
To go and bring back
Fetching often involves retrieving items or people.
What does utterly mean?
Completely or totally
Utterly emphasizes the extent of an action or condition.
Fill in the blank: To bid means to ______.
bid
‘Bade’ is the past tense of bid, often used in formal contexts.
