September Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
Q
Zilch
A
Nada, nothing, nichts
2
Q
Flotsam
A
Debris in water not deliberately thrown overboard, after shipwreck
3
Q
Cornucopia
A
Horn of plenty (fruits), large collection
4
Q
Abrogation
A
the repeal or abolition of a law, right, or agreement
5
Q
Finagle
A
Obtaining by dishonest means
6
Q
Amis amant
A
Friends who have fun
7
Q
Mea culpa
A
Latin, acknowledging fault, my bad
8
Q
Curmudgeon
A
a bad-tempered person, especially an old one
9
Q
Pyrrhic victory
A
won at too great a cost to have been worthwhile for the victor
10
Q
Intrepid
A
fearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect).
11
Q
Cathartic
A
providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions; causing catharsis.
12
Q
Odious
A
Extremely unpleasent; repulsive
13
Q
Asperse (verb)
A
Attack or criticise the reputation or integrity of
