Wordly wise lesson 18 Flashcards
1
Q
bigot
A
one who is not tolerant of those people who are different in some way; a prejudiced person
2
Q
acclaim
A
To praise strongly or applaud loudly
3
Q
covet
A
To have a strong and envious desire for, especially for something belonging to another
4
Q
formidable
A
Causing fear or apprehension; difficult
5
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ghetto
A
A section of a city occupied by a minority group of people, usually because of poverty or social pressure
6
Q
momentous
A
very important
7
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perceive
A
to become off through senses, especially the sense of sight. To take in information through the mind
8
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premiere
A
The first showing of a play, film, etc
9
Q
prospective
A
expected or likely to happen or become
10
Q
spurn
A
to refuse in a scornful way
11
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staunch
A
faithful; true; strong
