week six Flashcards
coin
to devise a new word or phrase
stock
a stereotypical and formulaic character in a movie or novel
currency
general acceptance or use; prevalence
bent
a strong tendency; a leaning; an inclination; a propensity
court
to attempt to gain the favor or support of a person or group ; to woo
negotiate
to successfully travel through, around, or over an obstacle or terrain
temper
to soften; to moderate; to mitigate
pedestrian
undistinguished; ordinary
cavalier
having an arrogant attitude or a haughty disregard from others
sanction
an official approval or disapproval for an action
compromise
to reduce the quality or value of something; to jeopardize or place at risk
channel
to direct or guide along a desired course
qualify
to modify; to limit by adding exceptions or restricting conditions
personification, epitome; paragon; quintessence
a perfect example; embodiment
lambaste
denounce; strongly criticize
quiescent
marked by inactivity; in a state of quiet repose
