Vocab words 10 Flashcards
Genesis
The origin, creation, or beginning of something.
Novice
A beginner or one who has no training or experience in a specific field.
Abstain
To refrain from or to withhold oneself from participation in.
Abnegation
A renunciation or surrender of a right, belief, idea, pleasure, etc.
Recant
To withdraw or renounce publicly a statement or belief one has formerly held.
Breach
A breaking or violating of a law, promise, or duty; or a breaking of friendly relations.
Obviate
To make unnecessary or to prevent by effective measures.
Deter
To discourage or prevent someone from action through fear or other unpleasant circumstances or consequences.
Debar
To exclude, deprive or prohibit; or to prevent an action.
Rescind
To annul, cancel, repeal, or make void.
Raze
To destroy, demolish, or tear down completely.
Cessation
A stopping, pausing, or discontinuance.
Oblivion
Forgetfulness or unawareness; or the condition of being entirely forgotten.