Vocab. Words Unit 9 Flashcards
Interrogate
To ask someone questions in a thorough and often forceful way.
Arrogant
Having or showing the insulting attitude of people who believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people.
Prerogative
A special right or privilege that some people have.
Questionable
Not likely to be true or correct; giving some reason to doubt or question something; likely to be bad or not worthy of trust.
Inquest
An official investigation to find the reason for something.
Conquest
The act of taking control of a country, city, etc., through the use of force.
Querulous
Complaining in an annoyed way.
Acquire
To get something; to come to own something; to gain a new skill or ability through your own efforts.
Exquisite
Finally done or made; very beautiful or delicate; very sensitive or fine.
Inquisition
A harsh and unfair investigation or series of questions.