Vocabulary Unit3 Flashcards
Barrage
A rapid, large-scale outpouring of something
Bigot
An intolerant, prejudiced, or biased person
Designate
To indicate, point out; to appoint; selected but not yet
Diversity
Difference, variety; a condition of having many different types or forms
Enigma
Someone or something that is extremely puzzling; that which cannot be understood or explained
Gloat
To look at or think about with great intensity and satisfaction; to take great personal joy in
Global
Of, relating to, or involving the entire world; comprehensive
Illusion
A false idea; something that one seems to see or to be aware of that really does not exist
Infuriate
To make very angry, enrage
Motivate
To provide with a reason for doing; to push on some goal
Pacifist
One who is against war or the use of violence; opposing war or violence
Queue
A line of people waiting for something (such as a bus)
Restrict
To keep within set limits; to confine
Sage
Wise; a very wise person
Slake
To satisfy, relieve, or bring to an end