American Dream - Vocab Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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Aspiration
A
Hope or ambition of achieving something
2
Q
Circumscribe
A
Restrict within limits
3
Q
Gratification
A
Source of Pleasure
4
Q
Meritocracy
A
The basis of their ability; is the holding of power by people selected on
5
Q
Nuance
A
Subtle difference, in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound
6
Q
Proverbial
A
Well known; Proverb from the bible
7
Q
Tenet
A
A principle belief or philosophy
8
Q
Trepidation
A
A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
9
Q
Tumult
A
Confusion or disorder; A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people
10
Q
Virtuous
A
Having or showing high moral standards
