Shared Flashcard Set

Details

Vocabulary Words
Lesson 10
15
English
11th Grade
12/03/2008

Additional English Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
amnesia
Definition
1. A loss of memory, usually caused by shock or injury
2. A gap in one's memory.
Term
appease
Definition
1. To bring a state of oeace or quiet
2. To pacify an adversar, often by kaking concessions
Term
attrition
Definition
1. A gradual reduction in numbers or loss of strength.
2. A weakening resulting from pressure or harassment.
Term
debacle
Definition
A sudden collapse, downfall or failure.
Term
defoliate
Definition
to stip a plant of leaves, thereby damaging or destroying it.
Term
equestrian
Definition
Having to do with horseback riding.
n. One who rides on horseback.
Term
expunge
Definition
To obliterate or erase completely
Term
hackneyed
Definition
Commonplace;trite; lacking forcing or significance became an overuse.
Term
opprobrium
Definition
Scornful treatment or contempt, especially as a result of disgraceful behavior.
Term
proviso
Definition
A statement that makes a condition, qualification or restriction.
Term
sully
Definition
To soil, tarnish, or besmirch.
Term
tactile
Definition
Relating to or or perceptable by the sense of touch.
Term
upbraid
Definition
To scold criticize severely; to find fault with.
Term
verdant
Definition
Green with vegetation; covered with green plants.
Term
vertex
Definition
The point opposite and furthest from the base; summit.
Supporting users have an ad free experience!