8 March Flashcards
snide
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
lacklustre
lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring.
sleuth
a person who investigates crimes; a detective.
lackadaisical
lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy.
cogently
appealing forcibly to the mind or reason
emulation
effort to match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.
aggrandize
increase the power, status, or wealth of.
enhance the reputation of (someone) beyond what is justified by the facts.
hamstring
severely restrict the efficiency or effectiveness of.
gamut
the complete range or scope of something.
prescient
having or showing knowledge of events before they take place.
predictive
jibe
an insulting or mocking remark; a taunt.
jeer
alchemy
a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination.
despotic
of or typical of a despot; tyrannical.
autocratic; totalitarian; dictatorial
covenant
agree by lease, deed, or other legal contract.
recalcitrant
having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline.
