Set 1 Flashcards
(25 cards)
Abate
To reduce
Abashed
Ashamed or embarrassed
Abide
To remain; continue; endure
Ablution
A cleansing with water as a religious act
Abstract
Difficult to understand
Acme
The highest point
Addict
Devoted to; habit
Adherent
A follower of a leader; supporter
Adroit
Skillful
Aesthetic
Artistic beauty
Agog
Highly excited by nervousness
Ambivalence
Contrary emotions ; indecision
Ambulatory
Capable of walking
Ancillary
Providing assistance; helping
Animated
Filled with activity ; having life
Animosity
Feelings of ill will; bitter hostility
Annals
History ; descriptive record
Annex
To add or attach
Apex
Peack; highest point
Appease
Relieve by giving in
Ascribe
To attribute to a specific cause, source, or orgin
Armament
Military supplies and weapons
Asinine
Silly or stupid
Assail
Attack violently