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Lesson 11vocab
lesson 11
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| flagrant | glaringly bad; outrageous |
| patrician | an aristocrat |
| emissary | one sent on a special mission to represent |
| kindred | having a similar origin, nature, or character |
| fracas | a loud quarrel or fight |
| lacerate | to tear (flesh) jaggedly |
| futile | useless; pointless |
| immaculate | spotless; perfect |
| gait | manner of walking |
| carp | to complain or find fault in a petty or nagging way |
| query | to ask; to inquire |
| queue | a line of people or vehicles |
| nefarious | very wicked; notorious |
| genesis | beginning; origin |
| facade | a deceptive outward appearance |