Wordly Wise 14 Flashcards
Putting an end to doubt, convincing
Conclusive
To state as a fact with out offering proof
Claimed to be true.
Something that’s alleged
Allege
Alleged
Allegation
A person or thing that’s similar to another
Counterpart
Dark or extremely gloomy
Causing misery or sadness depressing
Dismal
To hold the attention of as though under a spell
Having the power to put under a spell
Enthrall
Enthralling
Fascinating because of being very different from the ordinary
Exotic
Doubtful skeptical
Showing disbelief
Doubt or disbelief
Incredulous
Incredulity
Well known famous and much talked about over a long period of time.
Relating to a story usually untrue handed down from the past
Legendary
To prowl or lie hidden, as though about to attack
Lurk
A collection of animals kept in cages for showing to the public
Menagerie
Inexperienced ready to accept without analyzing
Naive
To give or promise what is wanted in order to please someone
Pander
Seeming to be true but not necessarily so
Plausible
Too absurd to be believed ridiculous
Preposterous
Marked by close attention to the smallest detail
Acting in a correct and honest manner
Scrupulous