Shared Flashcard Set

Details

Vocab Section 3 Mrs. Bailey
The flash cards with definitions.
21
English
9th Grade
02/26/2012

Additional English Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
Denunciation
Definition
To denounce is to strongly disapprove or condemn something. The denunciation of sin in the reverend's sermon indicates his strong disapproval of sin.
Term
Frivolous
Definition
Silly; not serious.
Term
Formidable
Definition
Causing fear, dread, apprehension.
Term
Obliquely
Definition
Indirectly.
Term
Prerogative
Definition
Exclusive right or privilege.
Term
Edification
Definition
The instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellecutally.
Term
Infallible
Definition
Never wrong.
Term
Acquiescence
Definition
Agreement without protest.
Term
Begrudge
Definition
To begrudge someone something is to feel resentment or disapproval about the fact that they have something. Atticus says that he doesn't think anyone in the town would resent the fact that he has a client.
Term
Elucidate
Definition
Explain.
Term
Acrimonious
Definition
Sarcastic; bitter; nasty.
Term
Complacently
Definition
In a self-satisfied way.
Term
Tenet
Definition
A principle or belief generally held to be true.
Term
Mollified
Definition
Soothed; calmed.
Term
Wrathfully
Definition
Angrily.
Term
Expunge
Definition
Remove completely.
Term
Impudent
Definition
Disrespectful; bold; sassy.
Term
Temerity
Definition
Foolish or rash boldness.
Term
Indignant
Definition
Angry.
Term
Cynical
Definition
A cynic is someone who often belittles or makes fun of someone else. Aunt Alexandra tells Dill that his remarks about his own Aunt's drinking habits are cynical, especially since, as a child, Dill should have more respect for his elders.
Term
Ruefully
Definition
Regretfully.
Supporting users have an ad free experience!