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SFS spelling unit 7
definitions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| memorandum | (n) a note to aid one's memory; an informal note or report |
| pathetic | (adj) marked by strong emotion, especially pity and sorrow' able to move people emotionally; worthy of pity; woefully inadequate |
| persevere | (v) to keep doing something in spite of difficulties; to refuse to quit even when the going is tough |
| prevaricate | (v) to lie; tell an untruth; to mislead on purpose |
| quash | (v) to crush, put down completely |
| relish | (n) enjoyment of satisfaction; something that adds a pleasing flavor; (v)to enjoy greatly |
| reminisce | (v) to recall one's past thoughts, feelings, or experiences |
| scour | (v)to clean or polish by hard rubbing; to examine with great care; to move about quickly in search of |
| tribute | (n)something done or given to show thanks or respect; a payment |
| writhe | (v)to make twisting or turning movements in a way that suggests pain or struggle |