Vocab Unit 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Approbation
A
Expression of approval
2
Q
Assuage
A
To make easier/calming
3
Q
Coalition
A
Combination for specific purpose
4
Q
Decadence
A
Decline, deterioration, decay
5
Q
Elicit
A
To draw forth
6
Q
Expostulate
A
Expose reasons to NOT do something
7
Q
Hackneyed
A
Cliché
8
Q
Hiatus
A
Taking a break
9
Q
Innuendo
A
Indirect suggestion
10
Q
Intercede
A
Step in on behalf of someone else
11
Q
Jaded
A
Done something so many times its wearied/worn out to the person
12
Q
Lurid
A
Causing shock, horror, or revulsion
13
Q
Meritorious
A
Worthy of merit and praise
14
Q
Petulant
A
Peevish, easily irritated
15
Q
Prerogative
A
Special right or privilege
