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Unit 12 Vocabulary
Flashcards
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Archetype | Noun- a good example ( model ) ( prototype ) |
| Atrophy | Verb- to decay ( deteriorate ) ( degenerate ) |
| Auspicious | Adjective- lucky ( fortunate ) ( fortuitous ) |
| Bobble | Verb- to jerk ( swing ) ( sway ) |
| Brusque | Adjective- quick and rough ( abrupt ) ( terse ) |
| Cataclysm | Noun- a violent event ( debacle ) ( catastrophe ) |
| Idiosyncrasy | Noun- a peculiar trait or habit ( quirk ) ( distinction ) |
| Impetuous | Adjective- spur-of-the-moment ( impulsive ) ( hasty ) |
| Unadulterated | Adjective- pure ( immaculate ) ( spotless ) |
| Unfurling | Adjective- opening ( unwinding ) ( expanding ) |