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Quiz #9
American/Whisl 2014-15
Question | Answer |
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recalcitrant | (adj) stubbornly disobedient, resisting authority |
reprisal | (n) an injury done in return for injury |
revel | (v) to take great pleasure in |
stultify | (V) to make ineffective or useless, cripple; to have a dulling effect on |
suave | (adj) smooth agreeable or polite |
allocate | (v) to set apart or designate for a special purpose |
ardent | (adj) very enthusiastic, impassioned |
assiduous | (adj) persistent, attentive, diligent |
altruistic | (adj) unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others |
righteous | (adj) acting in an upright, moral way |
palatable | (adj) agreeable to the taste or one’s sensibilities |
poignant | (adj) deeply affecting, touching; keen or sharp in taste or smell |
rancor | (n) bitter resentment or ill will |
sophomoric | (adj) immature or over confident; conceited |
spontaneous | (adj) arising naturally; not planned in advance |
acquiesce | (v) to accept without protest, to agree |
allure | (v) to entice, tempt (n) a strong attraction, charm |
askew | (adj, adv) twisted to one side, crooked |
tranquil | (adj) free from commotion or tumult; peaceful; quiet; calm |
blithe | (adj) cheerful, lighthearted; unconcerned |