Weeks 16-19 Flashcards
What does ‘bacchanal’ mean?
a drunken party
What does ‘laconic’ mean?
Using few words; concise to the point of seeming rude.
What does ‘narcissistic’ mean?
having a fascination with oneself
What does ‘pantheon’ refer to?
a place of honor for major figures in their field
What does ‘Sisyphean’ mean?
Endlessly laborious and futile.
What does ‘cataclysm’ mean?
A sudden and violent upheaval or disaster.
What does ‘ecumenical’ mean?
related to church
What does ‘panacea’ mean?
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.
What does ‘pyrrhic’ mean?
A victory that comes at such a great cost to the victor that it is almost tantamount to defeat.
What does ‘stoic’ mean?
Showing endurance and self-control in the face of pain or hardship.
What does ‘anathema’ mean?
Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes.
What does ‘egregious’ mean?
Outstandingly bad; shocking.
What does ‘ersatz’ mean?
of inferior quality
What does ‘incongruous’ mean?
Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something.
What does ‘moribund’ mean?
dying
What does ‘enmity’ mean?
The state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.
What does ‘epithet’ mean?
an uncomplimentary word or remark characterizing a person or group
What does ‘machinations’ mean?
Crafty schemes or plots. sometimes w/ evil intent
What does ‘opprobrium’ mean?
Thinking lower of someone because of their outrageous conduct
What does ‘pejorative’ mean?
having a belittling or derogatory effect
