Vocabs Flashcards
Bequeath
leave (property) to a person or other beneficiary by a will
Amply
enough or more than enough; plentifully
Moiety
each of two parts into which a thing is or can be divided
Provision
the action of providing or supplying something for use.
Caricature
a picture, description, or imitation of a person in which certain striking characteristics are exaggerated in order to create a comic or grotesque effect.
Propriety
conformity to conventionally accepted standards of behaviour or morals.
Repent
feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one’s wrongdoing or sin.
Prudent
acting with or showing care and thought for the future
Stipulate
Specify
demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of an agreement.
Indecorous
Improper
not in keeping with good taste and propriety;
Indefatigable
Untiring
(of a person or their efforts) persisting tirelessly
Esteem
respect and admiration
Approbation
approval or praise.
Rapturous
Joyful
characterized by, feeling, or expressing great pleasure or enthusiasm.
Venture
a risky or daring journey or undertaking
Indignation
anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment.
Felicity
intense happiness
Insinuation
an unpleasant hint
or
suggestion of something bad.
Dissuade
persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action
Acquiescence
the reluctant acceptance of something without protest
Discretion
the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offence or revealing confidential information
Prevail
prove more powerful or superior
Diminution
a reduction in the size, extent, or importance of something.
Feebly
in a way that lacks strength or force.
in a way that fails to convince or impress.
Adieu
a goodbye
Conspicuous
attracting notice or attention
Jargon
special words or expressions used by a profession or group that are difficult for others to understand
Picturesque
Attractive
(of a place or building) visually attractive, especially in a quaint or charming way
Uncouth
Uncivilised
lacking good manners, refinement, or grace
Idle
(of a person) avoiding work; lazy.
Impertinent
not showing proper respect; rude
Prodigious
Huge
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.
Alacrity
Willingness
brisk and cheerful readiness
Incumbent
necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility
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