Vocabulary 2: Meanings Flashcards
1
Q
What is instigate?
A
To bring about by moving others to action; stir up
2
Q
What is rudimentary?
A
Fundamental; necessary to learn first
3
Q
What is resilient?
A
Able to recover quickly from harm, illness, or misfortune
4
Q
What is collaborate?
A
To work together on a project; cooperate in an effort
5
Q
What is a zealot?
A
A person totally devoted to a purpose or cause
6
Q
What is squelch?
A
To silence or suppress; crush
7
Q
What is venerate?
A
To respect deeply; revere
8
Q
What is despondent?
A
Downhearted; hopeless; overwhelmed with sadness
9
Q
What is retrospect?
A
Reviewing the past; considering past events
10
Q
What is scoff?
A
To make fun of; mock; refuse to take seriously
