Vocab 11 Flashcards
invariably
in an invariable manner, without variation, unchangingly, constantly; without exception, in every case alike
auspiciuos
ominous, esp of good omen, betokening success, giving promise of a favorable issue, predicting or prognosticating good
ignominy
dishonor, disgrace, shame; infamy; the condition of being in disgrace
abate
to bead down, demolish, destroy. to put an end to, do away with. to render null and void. to fall, be dejected or humbled.to fall in amount, value, or price
imbue
to saturate, wet thoroughly; to dye, tinge, impregnate. to permeate, pervade, or inspire with feelings, opinions, habits, etc
inexplicable
that cannot be explained, inscrutable, unintelligible, that cannot be accounted for
albeit
even though it be (that), admitting (that), even if, even though, although
enumerate
to count, ascertain the number of; more usually to mention a number of things of persons separately, as if for the purpose of counting
inimical
having the disposition or temper of an enemy; unfriendly, hostile. adverse or injurious in tendency or influence; harmful, hurtful
avail
to have force of efficacy for the accomplishment of a purpose, to be effectual, serviceable, or of use; to afford help. to be of value, profit, benefit, or advantage. to make use of, use, employ
acrid
bitter and hot or stinging to the taste, or having similar effect upon the eyes, skin, and mucous membrane; bitterly pungent, irritating, corrosive
mollify
to soften in temper of disposition; to allay the anger or indignation of; to calm, pacify, appease
quaff
to drink deeply; to take a long draught. to drink repeatedly in this manner
equivocate
to use ambiguous language or unclear expressions, usually to avoid commitment or in order to mislead; prevaricate or hedge
sublime
elevated or lofty in thought, language. impressing the mind with a sense of grandeur or power; inspiring awe, veneration ect. supreme or outstanding; complete; absolute; utter
