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Adv Frosh 71 Vocab11
Advanced Frosh English 2nd tri - Vocabulary Chapter 11
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| flagrant | (adj) glaringly bad; outrageous |
| patrician | (n) an aristocrat; a member of the noble or privileged upper class (adj) belonging to or characteristic of the aristocracy |
| emissary | (n) one sent on a special mission to represent others |
| kindred | (adj) having a similar origin, nature, or character |
| fracas | (n) a loud quarrel or fight |
| lacerate | (v) to tear(flesh) jaggedly |
| futile | (adj) useless; pointless |
| immaculate | (adj) spotless; perfect |
| gait | (n) the manner of walking |
| carp | (v) to complain or find fault in a petty or nagging way (often used with "on") |
| query | (v) to ask; to inquire (n) a question; an inquiry |
| queue | (n) a line of people or vehicles |
| nefarious | (adj) very wicked; notorious; having a reputation for wickedness |
| genesis | (n) the beginning; origin |
| facade | (n) a deceptive outward appearance; a misrepresentation |