Vocab Flashcards
(16 cards)
1
Q
Aloof
A
Distaint, remote, remored.
2
Q
Ambiguity
A
Something doubtful, uncertain, open to more than one interpretation.
3
Q
Apex
A
The highest point.
4
Q
Bourgeoisie
A
Middle class, considered the oppressors of the lower class.
5
Q
Buxom
A
Ample figure; big breasts
6
Q
Ephemeral
A
Lasting for a brief time.
7
Q
Futile
A
Having no useful result.
8
Q
Glean
A
To collect bit by bit.
9
Q
Heresy
A
An opinion that contradicts established beliefs.
10
Q
Hobnailed
A
A short peg used to protect the soles of boots.
11
Q
Limpid
A
Clear, easily intelligible, calm
12
Q
Prism
A
A medium that misrepresents whatever is seen through it.
13
Q
Protracted
A
Drawn out, extended
14
Q
Provincial
A
Not fashionable or sophisticated; narrow and self-centered
15
Q
Rorscach
A
A test where ink blot interpretations determine personality.
16
Q
Sullen
A
Brooding ill-humored, silent, resentment.
