week 1 class notes

Question 1

altruistic

Answer 1

showing selfless concern for the well being of others

Question 2

variable

Answer 2

not consistant, no pattern

Question 3

aloof

Answer 3

not friendly, cool and distant

Question 4

exonerate

Answer 4

to release of any responsibility, obligation or hardship

Question 5

ad lib

Answer 5

without any previous preparation

Question 6

ah hoc

Answer 6

when necessary or needed

Question 7

podiatrist

Answer 7

a doctor that specialises in the study of feet

Question 8

garb

Answer 8

clothing especially of a particular kind

Question 9

sleet

Answer 9

rain containing some ice, surface hail practically

Question 10

oldie

Answer 10

an old song, tv series or film that is still well-known and popular

Question 11

aorta

Answer 11

the hearts main artery

Question 12

cerebellum

Answer 12

the part of the brain at the back of the skull

Question 13

meticulous

Answer 13

very in order methodical

Question 14

patronising

Answer 14

treating someone “kindly”as if they are not as superior

Question 15

vigilant

Answer 15

very cautious

Question 16

malevolent

Answer 16

having or showing wish to do harm in others

Question 17

malleable

Answer 17

able to be hammered down without cracking

Question 18

apprehend

Answer 18

arrest someone for a crime

Question 19

locomotion

Answer 19

movement or the ability to move from one place to another (walking)

Question 20

thimble

Answer 20

a small metal or plastic cap with a closed end worn to protect the finger

Question 21

drudgery

Answer 21

hard menial or dull work

Question 22

masticate

Answer 22

to chew (food)

Question 23

affable

Answer 23

friendly, good natured or easy to talk too