Week 2 Flashcards
1
Q
acute
A
ending in a sharp point, strong and sensitive
2
Q
parasitical
A
like a parasite, taking advantage of someone
3
Q
tractable
A
easily managed
4
Q
impromptu
A
little or no preparation or forethought
5
Q
canvass
A
get opinions by asking specific questions
6
Q
procured
A
get or obtain by special effort
7
Q
eloquence
A
clear speech
8
Q
articulate
A
express or state clearly
9
Q
capitulate
A
surrender under agreed conditions
10
Q
countenance
A
appearance of a person’s face, person’s expression
11
Q
treachery
A
dangerously unstable and unpredictable
12
Q
retinue
A
group of followers
13
Q
demeanor
A
appearance and behavior, way people see you
14
Q
morose
A
sad
15
Q
taciturn
A
uncommunicative
