Vocab Test 3 Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
To plot, scheme
V.
A
Connive
2
Q
Increasing, building upon itself
Adj.
A
Cumulative
3
Q
Believing the worst of others, expecting that all acts are selfish
(Adj.)
A
Cynical
4
Q
To lower the quality or esteem of something
V.
A
Debase
5
Q
To criticise openly
V.
A
Decry
6
Q
Showing respect for another’s authority
Adj.
A
Deferential
7
Q
Quiet, modest, reserved
Adj.
A
Demure
8
Q
To laugh at mockingly, scorn
V.
A
Deride
9
Q
One who has total power and rules brutally
N.
A
Despot
10
Q
Showing care in doing one’s work
Adj.
A
Diligent
