Week 5 Flashcards
(10 cards)
0
Q
Adroit
A
Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind (adj)
1
Q
Aquiesce
A
Accept something reluctantly but without protest (verb)
2
Q
Bolster
A
Support or strengthen (verb/noun)
3
Q
Cajole
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Persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing for flattery (verb)
4
Q
Conciliatory
A
Intended or likely to placate or pacify (adj)
5
Q
Debilitate
A
Make someone weak and infirm (verb)
6
Q
Denounce
A
Publicly declare to be wrong or evil (verb)
7
Q
Elicit
A
Evoke or draw out (a response, answer, or fact) from someone in reaction to one’s own actions or questions (verb)
8
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Ephemeral
A
Lasting for a very short time (adj)
9
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Flippant
A
Not showing a serious or respectful attitude (adj)
