Reading Chapter 26 & 27 Flashcards
(20 cards)
discreet
Cautious. Wise in keeping silent about secrets and other information of a delicate nature; prudent; tactful.
Complement
To go perfectly with. To add (to something or someone) what is lacking or needed; round out; bring to perfection.
fastidious
Very particular. Extremely attentive to details; fussy.
flout
To mock and defy. To treat with scorn or contempt; defy insultingly.
heinous
Wicked. Extremely evil; outrageous.
implement
To put into effect. To carry out; put int practice.
impromptu
Not rehearsed. Performed or spoken without practice or preparation.
inference
A conclusion. A conclusion drawn from evidence; an assumption.
intuition
Instinct. Instinctive knowledge; hunch.
obtrusive
Overly obvious. Undesirably noticeable.
auspicious
Favorable. Being a good sign; favorable; encouraging.
expedite
To hurry up. To speed up or ease the progress of; make easier.
extenuating
Providing a good excuse. Serving to make (a fault, an offense, or guilt) less serious through some excuse.
fraudulent
Dishonest. Characterized by trickery, cheating or lies.
innuendo
A suggestion. An indirect remark or gesture, usually suggesting something belittling or improper; an insinuation; a hint.
rebuke
To criticize. To scold sharply; express blame or disapproval.
redeem
To make up for past errors. To restore (oneself) to favor by making up for offensive conduct.; make amends.
subordinate
Lower than. Under the authority or power of another; inferior or below another in rank, power, or importance.
transgress
To commit an offense. To sin or commit an offense; break a law or command.
vehement
Strong. Intense; forceful.
