Shared Flashcard Set

Details

Vocab. List 2
The second list of vocab.
20
History
8th Grade
09/21/2011

Additional History Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
sentient
Definition
having the power of perception by the senses
Term
raconteur
Definition
a person who is skilled in relating stories and anecdotes
Term
purloin
Definition
to take dishonestly
Term
circumspect
Definition
watchful and discreet
Term
recalcitrant
Definition
resisting authority or control
Term
hyperbole
Definition
obvious and intentional exaggeration
Term
eponymous
Definition
giving one's name to a tribe, place, etc.
Term
azure
Definition
the blue of a clear and unclouded sky
Term
ruminate
Definition
to mediate or muse
Term
coterie
Definition
a group of people who associate closely
Term
obdurate
Definition
unmoved by persuasion, pity, or tender feelings
Term
indigenous
Definition
originating in and characteristic of a particular region or country
Term
fortuitous
Definition
happening or produced by chance
Term
aesthetics
Definition
the study of the mind and emotions in relation to the sense of beauty
Term
anomaly
Definition
a deviation from the common rule, type, arrangement, or form
Term
beguile
Definition
to influence by trickery, flattery, etc.
Term
aplomb
Definition
imperturbable self possession, poise, or assurance
Term
diatribe
Definition
a bitter, sharply abusive denunciation, attack, or criticism
Term
relish
Definition
liking or enjoyment of the taste of something
Term
perpetuity
Definition
the state or character of being perpetual
Supporting users have an ad free experience!