Vocab List 5 Flashcards
(15 cards)
commensurate
def: corresponding in amount
syn: equivalent, sufficient
cerebral
def: use of intellect over instinct
syn: intelligent, analytical
dubious
def: doubtful qualities, marked by doubt
syn: questionable, doubtful
indiscernible
def: incapable of being recognized
syn: indistinct, vague, obscure
ineffable
def: incapable of being described in words, not to be spoken of for reasons
syn: inexpressible, unutterable, sacredness of silence
inexplicable
def: unable to be explained or accounted for
syn: unexplainable, incomprehensible
redolent
def: strongly reminiscent or suggestive (of something); fragrant
syn: fragrant, suggestive, reminiscent
laudable
def: (of an action, idea, or goal) deserving praise and commendation
syn: praiseworthy, commendable
protégé
def: a person who is guided and supported by an older, influential person
syn: pupil, trainee, apprentice
libertine
def: a person (man) who behaves without moral principles or a sense of responsibility (usually sexual)
syn: philanderer, playboy
sensual
def: lacking in moral restraints; sexual
syn: animalistic, lustful
solidarity
def: to have unity or fellowship or a group
syn: togetherness, agreement, comradeship
sentient
def: having the power of perception by the senses; conscious
syn: attentive, responsive, conscious
ruminated
def: to think about seriously/carefully
syn: contemplate, ponder
relegated
def: to consign or commit to a position, place, task or person
syn: entrust, delegate
