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Q4 Master LIst
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| indict | formally accuse of or charge with a serious crime |
| indignant | feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment |
| indulgent | having or indicating a tendency to be overly generous to or lenient with someone. |
| judicious | having |
| ratify | sign or give formal consent to (a treaty |
| sanction | a threatened penalty for disobeying a law or rule |
| vindicate | clear (someone) of blame or suspicion |
| altruistic | showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish. |
| avarice | extreme greed for wealth or material gain |
| benevolent | well meaning and kindly |
| destitute | without the basic necessities of life. |
| exorbitant | (of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high |
| lucrative | producing a great deal of profit |
| mercenary | a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army. |
| miserly | (of a quantity) pitiably small or inadequate. |
| philanthropist | a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others |
| procure | obtain (something), especially with care or effort. |
| vocation | a person's employment or main occupation, |
| aberration | a characteristic that deviates from the normal type. |
| adamant | refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind |
| consternation | feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected |
| culpable | deserving blame |
| deride | express contempt for; ridicule |
| noxious | harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant |
| reproach | address (someone) in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment |
| tirade | a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation |
| tout | attempt to sell (something), typically by pestering people in an aggressive or bold manner |
| chagrin | distress or embarrassment at having failed or been humiliated |
| hubris | excessive pride or self-confidence |
| unabashed | not embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed |
| allocate | distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose |
| atrophy | gradually decline in effectiveness or vigor due to underuse or neglect |
| burgeon | begin to grow or increase rapidly; flourish |
| copious | abundant in supply or quantity. |
| dearth | a scarcity or lack of something |
| gargantuan | enormous |
| germinate | begin to grow and put out shoots after a period of dormancy |
| hamper | hinder or impede the movement or progress of |
| innate | inborn; natural |
| plethora | a large or excessive amount of (something). |
| quell | put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by use of force. |
| rampant | (of a person or activity) violent or unrestrained in action or performance |
| reap | receive (a reward or benefit) as a consequence of one's own or other people's actions |
| ravenous | extremely hungry |
| saturate | cause (something) to become thoroughly soaked with liquid so that no more can be absorbed |
| viscous | having a thick, sticky consistency between solid and liquid |
| waning | (especially of a condition or feeling) decrease in vigor, power, or extent; become weaker |
| sporadic | occurring at irregular intervals, scattered or isolated. |
| dupe | deceive; trick. |
| enigma | a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand |
| fallacy | a mistaken belief |
| belligerent | hostile and aggressive |
| conflagration | an extensive fire which destroys a great deal of land or property. |
| dire | (of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent. |
| elusive | difficult to find, catch, or achieve |
| fortuitous | happening by accident or chance rather than design |
| marred | Spoiled or ruined the appearance of |
| nefarious | (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal. |
| serendipity | development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. |
| vanquish | defeat thoroughly |
| aficionado (Sp.) | enthusiast, devotee |
| guerilla (Sp.) | one who engages in irregular warfare, esp. harassment and sabotage |
| junta (Sp.) | group controlling a government esp. after a revolutionary seizure of power |
| que será será (Sp.) | what will be, will be (sign of resignation) |
| a capella (Ital.) | without accompaniment; choral singing |
| al dente (Ital.) | lit: to the tooth; overcooked, still hard when eaten |
| alfresco (Ital.) | outdoors |
| forte (Ital.) | (in music) strong, loud; (of person) strong point, principal ability |
| illuminati (Ital.) | (those) possessing enlightenment and wisdom |
| lingua franca (Ital.) | lit: frankish tongue; common language used by people from different countries |
| prima donna (Ital.) | leading female in an opera; may be used to signify a proud, vain, or selfish person |
| virtuoso (Ital.) | one who excels in the technique of an art, esp. music; also adj. |
| hubris (Gk.) | exaggerated pride often leading to disaster |
| iota (Gk.) | Greek letter i; atom, jot |
| kudos (Gk.) | fame and renown; compliments, praises |
| angst (Ger.) | anxiety |
| blitzkrieg (Ger.) | lit: lightning war; sudden and devastating strike |
| ersatz (Ger.) | inferior substitute or imitation |
| chutzpah (Yid.) | audacity, boldness |
| kibitzer (Yid.) | one who looks on and often gives unwanted advice |
| steppe (Rus.) | flat, treeless plain |
| gung ho (Chin.) | excessively loyal or enthusiastic |
| origami (Jp.) | art of folding paper into intricate patterns and models |
| taboo (Polynesian) | prohibited; also noun |
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cgeyer
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