Week 2 Vocabulary Flashcards
Abandon
To withdraw one’s support or help from
Accessories
Something nonessential but desirable that contributes to an effect or result, help.
Agitation
stir up, Extreme emotional disturbance
Ample
Of large or great size, amount, extent, or capacity
Appropriate
suitable, fitting, to set apart for a specific use.
Balk
misleading motion, to stop short and refuse to go on.
Cast
To throw (something, especially something light), to let fall/drop, to roll dice, to draw (lots)
Civility
Courteous behavior; politeness.
Compound
To combine so as to form a whole, mix.
Delegate
A person authorized to act as representative for another, a deputy or agent.
Duplicity
Deliberate deceptiveness in behavior or speech.
Etymology
the origin and historical development of a word
Fathom
ocean/nautical measurement, to comprehend.
Foundation
The act of founding, especially the establishment of an institution with provisions for future maintenance.
Immune
Not subject to an obligation imposed on others; exempt.
Needle
A sharp-pointed instrument used in engraving.
Pliant
Easily bent or flexed; pliable.
Rash
skin irritation, Resulting from or acting with ill-considered haste or boldness.
Ration
a fixed portion
Stint
length of time, To be frugal or economical in providing something; hold back
Survey
data sample , overview, to look at or examine carefully
