Unit 4 - Set A Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Acquit
A
To declare not guilty, free from blame, discharge completely; to conduct of behave oneself
2
Q
Discredit
A
To throw doubt upon, cause to be distrusted; to damage in reputation
A loss or lack of belief, confidence, or reputation
3
Q
Generate
A
To bring into existence; to be the cause of
4
Q
Ingratitude
A
A lack of thankfulness
5
Q
Ovation
A
An enthusiastic public welcome, an outburst of applause
6
Q
Plight
A
A sorry condition or state
To pledge, promise solemnly
7
Q
Reverie
A
A daydream; the condition of being lost in thought
8
Q
Scan
A
To examine closely; to look over quickly but thoroughly; to analyze the rhythm of a poem
An examination
9
Q
Strife
A
Bitter disagreement; fighting, struggle
10
Q
Topple
A
To fall forward; to overturn, bring about the downfall of
