Unit 6 Flashcards
(15 cards)
A person with a very strong desire for something that is habit-forming and sometimes harmful.
addict
To have a strong desire to get or do something; to seek.
aspire
A preference that prevents one from being impartial; prejudice.
bias
Very obvious in an offensive or shameless way.
blatant
Expressed honestly and without holding back unpleasant truths.
candid
To stand up to; to face boldly.
confront
A first public appearance.
debut
To sigh up to become a member of some group or activity; to register.
enroll
To make nervous,embarrassed, or confused.
fluster
Freedom from being harmed or punished.
impunity
To increase; to strengthen or deepen.
intensity
To frighten, especially by threatening someone.
intimidate
Very unpleasant; disgusting.
obnoxious
To answer, especially in a quick or clever way.
retort
A period of time devoted to a job or some task.
stint