Vocabulary Nineteen Flashcards
Anglophile
supporter of England, the English
bibliophile
lover of books
atrophy
lack of growth from disuse or want of nourishment
evince
show clearly, disclose
vanquish
overcome in battle; conquer
ingratiate
work oneself into another’s favor
remiss
negligent
aegis
shield or protection; sponsorship
Draconian
harsh, severe, cruel
Herculean
very difficult
Lucullan
sumptuous, luxurious
nemesis
punishment for evil deeds; one who inflicts such punishment
plutocratic
having great influence because of one’s wealth
solon
a wise man, a legislator
stentorian
very loud
thespian
related to drama or acting
su courant
well-informed, up-to-date
bourgeoisie
middle class
martinet
one who enforces very strict discipline
philology
study (love) of language