Vocabulary #3 - The Economy Unit

Question 1

bastion

Answer 1

noun - an institution, place, or person strongly defending or upholding particular principles, attitudes, or activities

Question 2

delude

Answer 2

verb - to deceive; to mislead; to fool

Question 3

subtle

Answer 3

adjective - so delicate, understated, or precise as to be difficult to notice, analyze, or describe

Question 4

complacency

Answer 4

noun - a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one’s achievements

Question 5

lauded

Answer 5

adjective - highly praised or admired

Question 6

pronounced

Answer 6

adjective - very noticeable; conspicuous

Question 7

stagnate

Answer 7

verb - cease moving, developing; becoming inactive or dull

Question 8

dearth

Answer 8

noun - a lack of something; scarcity

Question 9

contentious

Answer 9

adjective - involving heated argument; controversial; intense

Question 10

discord

Answer 10

noun - disagreement between people