New Words 1 Flashcards
(20 cards)
abound
To exist in great Numbers
annals
historical records
automaton
A robot or robotlike person
badger
To pester, nag, annoy
compound (v.)
to increase or add to
drudgery
Dull, boring, unpleasant work
eminent
Outstanding, of high reputation
imminent
about to occur
implore
to beg or ask earnestly
indiscriminate
Without careful selection, reckleess
interminable
Seemingly unending
matron
An older married woman
paradox
a statement that seems absurd or contradictory but is actually true
perceive
To “see”, know, understand
prognosticate
a kingdom, or a special field or area
replete
Completely filled or supplied with
steeped
Soaked, drenched, Saturated
technology
Branch of knowledge dealing with science, engineering
tinge
a trace, smattering, slight degree
voracious
Desiring large quantities, really hungry
