Vocab week 4

Question 1

Pervade (v)

Answer 1

spread or diffuse through

Question 2

Foster (v)

Answer 2

to promote the growth of

Question 3

Admonish (v)

Answer 3

take to task

Question 4

Acquiesce (v)

Answer 4

to agree or express agreement

Question 5

Incidental (adj)

Answer 5

not of prime or central importance

Question 6

Precept (n)

Answer 6

rule of personal conduct

Question 7

Deference (n)

Answer 7

a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

Question 8

Impertinent (adj)

Answer 8

improperly forward or bold

Question 9

Insinuate (v)

Answer 9

give to understand, suggest

Question 10

Nominal (adj)

Answer 10

insignificantly small; a matter of form only

Question 11

Infallible (adj)

Answer 11

incapable of failure or error

Question 12

Coax (v)

Answer 12

influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

Question 13

Explicate (v)

Answer 13

elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses

Question 14

Appease (v)

Answer 14

cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the goodwill of

Question 15

Stipulate (v)

Answer 15

specify as a condition or requirement in a contract; make an express demand in an agreement