Week 8 Flashcards
1
Q
Emaciated
A
Abnormally thin, wasted away
The homeless man was emaciated.
2
Q
Surge
A
To rush suddenly
The whole Vikings team surged to the football after Celeb Williams fumbled
3
Q
Tranquil
A
Quiet
He disturbed the tranquil atmosphere
4
Q
Sanctuary
A
Shelter
He went to a sanctuary after the war
5
Q
Ascend
A
To rise
Bo Nix ascended to the job after he threw 3 interceptions then threw 2 touchdowns to win the game
6
Q
Sour grapes
A
To disparage something that you cannot have
7
Q
Malnutrition
A
Faulty or inadequate diet
8
Q
Afflict
A
Faulty or inadequate
9
Q
Besiege
A
To surround, hem in
10
Q
Privation
A
Lack of necessities
11
Q
Sinister
A
Evil, ominous
12
Q
Ubiquitous
A
Being everywhere at the same time
13
Q
Remote
A
Distant, hidden away
14
Q
Thwart
A
To hinder, defeat
15
Q
Harbinger
A
Forerunner, advance notice
