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Vocb words 3-4
Vocb words 3-3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| escarpment | long, steep slope, especially one at the edge of a plateau or separating areas of land at different heights |
| communal | shared by all members |
| promontory | a point of high land |
| augmerted | to increase in size or value |
| javelin | a light spear |
| elite | a select part of a group that is superior to the rest |
| encumbrances | a burden or obstacle |
| diabolical | devilish, demonic |
| disheartened | to cause someone to lose determination or confidence |
| mogul | a great personage |
| cordoned | prevent access to by surrounding with guards |
| gradient | an incline or slope |
| precipes | a very steep or rocky cliff |
| delegator | a representative |
| stealthily | moving in a sneaky manner |
| formidable | inspiring fear or respect through intimidation |
| encirclementto | form a circle around |
| infinitesimal | extremely small |
| honed | sharpen |
| infidel | one who has no religious beliefs |
| seething | to be filled with intense anger |
| austere | severely strict in manner, attitude, or apperance |
| charlatan | a quack or fraud |
| adroit | skillful, gifted |
| atrocity | outrageous, horrible, monstrosity |