Group 33 Flashcards
(30 cards)
What does ‘affluent’ mean?
Having a great deal of money; wealthy.
What does ‘allegorical’ mean?
Relating to or having the characteristics of allegory.
What does ‘allude’ mean?
To suggest or call attention to indirectly; hint at.
What does ‘amplify’ mean?
To increase the volume of sound or to make something more intense.
What does ‘catastrophic’ mean?
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
What does ‘contemporary’ mean?
Living or occurring at the same time; modern.
What does ‘conundrum’ mean?
A confusing and difficult problem or question.
What does ‘defame’ mean?
To damage the good reputation of someone; slander.
What does ‘detract’ mean?
To take away from the worth or value of something.
What does ‘detrimental’ mean?
Causing harm or damage.
What does ‘devious’ mean?
Showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals.
What does ‘dormant’ mean?
In a state of rest or inactivity.
What does ‘draconian’ mean?
Excessively harsh and severe.
What does ‘egalitarian’ mean?
Relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal.
What does ‘elusive’ mean?
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
What does ‘erstwhile’ mean?
Former; of an earlier time.
What does ‘gloat’ mean?
To take pleasure in someone else’s misfortune.
What does ‘harrowing’ mean?
Extremely disturbing or distressing.
What does ‘indefinite’ mean?
Not clearly defined or determined; vague.
What does ‘ingenious’ mean?
Clever, original, and inventive.
What does ‘keen’ mean?
Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm.
What does ‘multifaceted’ mean?
Having many aspects or sides.
What does ‘omniscient’ mean?
Knowing everything; having unlimited awareness or understanding.
What does ‘remarkable’ mean?
Worthy of attention; extraordinary.
