American Dream Vocabulary Flashcards
(10 cards)
Aspiration
A hope or ambition of achieving something.
Circumscribe
Restrict something within limits.
Gratifiantion
Pleasure, especially when gained from the the sat is faction of a desire.
Meritocracy
Government or the holding of power by people selected on the basis of their ability.
Nuance
A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
Proverbial
Well known, especially so as to be stereotypical.
Tenet
A pinciple of belief, especialy of religion or philosophy.
Trepidation
A feeling of aviation or fear about something that may happen.
Tumult
Confusion or disorder.
Virtuous
Having or showing high moral standards.