Word List 1 Flashcards
1
Q
deference
A
a humble yielding to the wishes or judgement of another
2
Q
vulgar
A
common, lacking good breeding
3
Q
tacit
A
unspoken
4
Q
sluethery
A
acting as a detective
5
Q
taciturn
A
untalkative
6
Q
chafing
A
straining against a prohibition, delay, or limitation
7
Q
traverse
A
pass across
8
Q
mettle
A
courage
9
Q
salutary
A
beneficial to health
10
Q
haggard
A
appearing worn or tired
11
Q
insuperable
A
not able to be overcome
12
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contrition
A
heartfelt remorse
13
Q
promontories
A
projecting coastal cliffs
14
Q
tenacious
A
holding firmly together
15
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deprecating
A
belittling
