Vocabulary Flashcards
Adulterate
To corrupt, make worse by the addition of something of lesser value. Synonym: Contaminate, Pollute POS: Verb
Ambidextrous
Able to use both hands equally well; very skillful; deceitful, hypocritical. Synonym: Versatile, Facile. POS: Adjective
Augment
To make larger, increase. Synonym: Enlarge, Supplement. POS: Verb
Bereft
Deprived of; made unhappy through a loss. Synonym: Bereaved. POS: Adjective
Deploy
To position or arrange; to utilize; to form up. Synonym: Station, Organize. POS: Verb
Dour
Stern, unyielding, gloomy, ill-humored. Synonym: Harsh, bleak. POS: Adjective
Fortitude
Courage in facing difficulties. Synonyms: Resolve, Steadfastness. POS: Noun
Gape
To stare with open mouth; open the mouth wide. Synonym: Gawk, Ogle. POS: Verb
Gibe
(v) To utter taunting words.(n) an expression of scorn. Synonym: Ridicule, mock. POS: Verb, Noun
Guise
An external appearance, cover, mask. Synonym: Costume, Semblance. POS: Noun
Insidious
Intended to deceive or entrap; sly; treacherous. Synonym: Cunning, Underhanded. POS: Adjective.
Intimation
A hint, indirect suggestion. Synonym: Clue, Indication. POS: Noun.
Opulent
Wealthy, luxurious; ample; grandiose. Synonym: Rich, Lavish. POS: Adjective.
Pliable
Easily bent, flexible; easily influenced. Synonym: Supple, adaptable. POS: Adjective.
Reiterate
To say again, repeat. Synonym: Restate, Rehash. POS: Verb.
