American Dream Vocab Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Aspiration
A
A hope or ambition of achieving something.
2
Q
Circumscribe
A
Restrict with limits.
3
Q
Gratification
A
Pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire.
4
Q
Meritocracy
A
Government or the holding of power by people selected based on their abilities.
5
Q
Nuance
A
A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
6
Q
Proverbial
A
Well known, especially to be stereotypical.
7
Q
Tenet
A
Principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.
8
Q
Trepidation
A
Feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
9
Q
Tumult
A
A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.
10
Q
Virtuous
A
Having or showing high moral standards.
