Word Deck 1 Flashcards
Adage
A proverb or short statement expressing a general truth.
“Out of sight out of mind”.
Abject adj.
Of the most contemptible kind.
Experienced or present to the maximum degree.
Completely without pride/dignity; self abasing.
“Abject coward”.
Aberration n.
A state or condition markedly different from the norm.
“Her error was an aberration to her usual meticulous work”.
Approbation
Formal word for approval or praise.
Like getting the nod in a big way.
Politicians rely on public’s approbation to get elected.
“Filled with approbation the audience gave a standing ovation”.
Despot
A cruel and oppressive dictator.
Eg. Does not allow people to speak out against the leadership, nor really want them to have much freedom at all.
Potentate n.
Powerful ruler, especially one that is unconstrained by law.
Brevity n.
concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.
