Vocab week 10/18-10/25 Flashcards
1
Q
status quo
A
the current situation, the way things are
2
Q
repartee
A
a quick and witty reply
3
Q
incendiary
A
(of a device or attack) designed to cause fires.
4
Q
periphery
A
edge of an area or object.
5
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emissary
A
a person sent on a special mission
6
Q
venerable
A
accorded a great deal of respect
7
Q
brigand
A
a member of a gang that ambushes and robs people
8
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felicity
A
intense happiness.
9
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magnanimous
A
very generous or forgiving
10
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ubiquitous
A
present, appearing, or found everywhere.
