Hj Flashcards
(313 cards)
What does ‘venality’ refer to?
Willingness to be bribed
Define ‘venom’.
Poisonous substance
What does ‘galvanized’ mean in the context of action?
Excite or electrify someone into taking action
What does ‘prevaricate’ mean?
Avoid telling the truth
What is a ‘harangue’?
A long aggressive speech
What does ‘commensurate’ mean?
Corresponding in size or degree
What is ‘calumny’?
False and defamatory statements
Define ‘gregarious’.
Sociable, fond of company
What does ‘profligate’ mean?
Recklessly extravagant or wasteful
What does ‘proliferate’ mean?
Rapidly increase
What is the meaning of ‘mercurial’?
Unpredictable changes in mood or behavior
What does ‘extant’ refer to?
Existing
What does ‘enervate’ mean?
Drain of energy
Fill in the blank: ‘_______’ means excessively frugal.
[parsimonious]
What does ‘equivocal’ mean?
Ambiguous or intentionally misleading
What does ‘intimate’ mean in the context of suggesting?
Insinuate or suggest indirectly
What does ‘auspicious’ mean?
Favorable or conducive to success
What does ‘restive’ mean?
Restless or unable to remain still
What does ‘venerate’ mean?
Respect deeply
What does ‘amenable’ mean?
Easily persuaded
What does ‘parochial’ mean?
Narrow or limited in scope
What does ‘germane’ mean?
Relevant and appropriate
What does ‘diffident’ mean?
Lacking self-confidence
What does ‘glut’ refer to?
Excessive supply