Words for Quiz 2 Flashcards
hyperactive
extremely active
barometer
an instrument used for measuring atmospheric pressure to forecast weather
postdate
to date with a future date
postpone
to put off to another time
manuscript
a handwritten or typed copy of an article or book before it is printed.
meteorology
the study of weather
multiples
having many parts
preamble
a statement that introduces a formal document
pedometer
an instrument that measures distance walked by recording the number of steps
manufacture
to make a product by hand or by machine
magnanimous
showing great generosity
pedestal
the foot or bottom support of a statue
preoccupied
absorbed in one’s thoughts
pedestrian
a person who travels on foot
theology
the study of religion
manipulate
to control or move with hands
megaphone
a funnel shaped device for amplifying or directing sound
postscript
a sentence or note added to the end of a letter
speedometer
a device used for measuring speed
hyperbole
a deliberate exaggeration used for effect
