Week Four Vocab Flashcards
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What does the word misogynist mean?
A
Someone who despises women and belittles their role.
Ex. Sentence:
Jacob is a misogynist, and he refuses to employ women at his firm.
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Q
What does the word bemoan mean?
A
Express discontent or sorrow over.
Ex. Sentence:
He bemoans the fact that the team lost again.
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Q
What does the word abhor mean?
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To hate
Ex. Sentence:
Bobby abhors the way people leave their trash at the picnic sites in the park.
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Q
What does the word talisman mean?
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An object with real or perceived powers to bring good luck.
Ex. Sentence:
A pendant of white nephrite jade is often worn by Indians as a talisman to ward off heart diseases.
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Q
What does the word placid mean?
A
Not easily upset or excited.
Ex. Sentence:
She is a person with a sunny, placid disposition.
