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Vocabulary - Ch 10
| Definition | Term |
|---|---|
| Secret; hidden | Covert |
| A person who believes the worst of people's behavior and motives | Cynic |
| Belonging to a person or thing by its very nature (and thus not dependent on circumstances) | Intrinsic |
| Having a very bad reputation; widely known for being vicious, criminal, or deserving of contempt | Infamous |
| A person or organization that gives help, especially financial aid | Benefactor |
| Manly; masculine | Virile |
| Death | Demise |
| To come up with ideas or theories about a subject; theorize | Speculate |
| To relieve; make easier to endure | Alleviate |
| Great disgust or distaste | Revulsion |