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Random Vocab 1
Random Vocabulary
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| corroborate | support with evidence |
| amenable | ready to yield or be influenced |
| credulous | easily convinced |
| descant | melody; formal speech or writing on a subject |
| inexorable | unyielding or relentless |
| chicanery | trickery |
| fiat | decree |
| germane | relevant |
| empirical | based on observation |
| caustic | corrosive; sharp or biting |
| potentate | powerful ruler |
| deride | make fun of |
| amalgamate | unite |
| arduous | difficult |
| dichotomy | division into two contrasting groups |
| bridled | restrain; show hostility or scorn |
| monolithic | single great stone; single uniform massive whole |
| proxy | authority to act for another |
| buttress | projecting structure to support a wall; support |
| discern | discover with the eyes or mind |
| enigma | puzzle or mystery |
| glean | collect little by little |
| laden | loaded |
| paradigm | model |
| sully | cast doubt or disgrace on |