Word List #1 Flashcards
Repetitive Study leads to mastery and long term memory retention.
Valiant
brave
Our servicemen and women are valiant individuals.
Reproach
shame and disgrace
His conduct has brought shame and reproach to his family.
Parched
dried out, thirsty
After an extended drought the farmer surveyed his parched fields
Disdain
regarded or treated as someone unworthy
His disdain for the opponent caused failure since he did prepare for the contest.
Kindled:
to stir up emotions
The smell of the grilled steak kindled memories of barbecues in the summer time.
Prevail
to gain the advantage over someone
With excellent preparation and practice the Patriots often prevail over their opponents.
Pomp
stately or brilliant display
The coronation of a king calls for a lot of pomp.
Tendered
presented for acceptance
In order to purchase the horse I tendered two twenty dollar gold pieces.
Array
orderly grouping of troops
The array was prepared for the enemy onslaught.
Ravage
devastating
When the plague struck Europe it ravaged the population
Dismayed
greatly discouraged and afraid
The residents of the coastal town were dismayed with the approach of a major hurricane.
Impoverish
without strength, reason or wealth
The war zones of Somali are presently impoverished.
Vesture
clothing, wrapping
During the third week of advent the priest vesture will be pink or rose colored.
Glowering
scowling
The wrestler was glowering at his opponent who had publically insulted him before the match.
Esteemed
valued; respected
Judge William’s knowledge of legal system is so vast that he is esteemed by his colleagues
