week 3 Definitions Flashcards
inconsequential
not important or significant
inevitable
certain to happen, unavoidable
integrity
the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.
intrepid
fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect).
intuitive
using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive.
jubilation
a feeling of great happiness and triumph.
lobbyist
a person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators.
longevity
long existence or service.
mundane
1.
lacking interest or excitement; dull.
2.
of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.
non chalant
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.
novice
a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.
a person who has entered a religious order and is under probation, before taking vows.
an animal, especially a racehorse, that has not yet won a major prize or reached a level of performance to qualify for important events.
opulent
- ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.
- wealth
orator
a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled.
ostentatious
characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.
parched
dried out with heat.
extremely thirsty
lightly roasted
