WORDS

Question 1

Genteel

Answer 1

belonging or suited to polite society.

well-bred or refined; polite; elegant; stylish.

Question 1

Indigo

Answer 1

a blue dye obtained from various plants, especially of the genus Indigofera, or manufactured synthetically.

Question 2

retreated

Answer 2

the forced or strategic withdrawal of an army or an armed force before an enemy, or the withdrawing of a naval force from action.

Question 3

diffused

Answer 3

spread or cause to spread over a wide area or among a large number of people.

Question 4

purity

Answer 4

freedom from adulteration or contamination.

Question 5

cascading

Answer 5

(of water) pour downward rapidly and in large quantities.

Question 6

insinuating

Answer 6

hinting at something bad in an indirect and unpleasant way.
“dirty, insinuating laughter”
2.
using subtle manipulation to maneuver oneself into a favorable position.

Question 7

sanatorium

Answer 7

an establishment for the medical treatment of people who are convalescing or have a chronic illness, IE CANCER. NOT MENTAL.

Question 8

scurrying

Answer 8

(of a person or small animal) move hurriedly with short quick steps.

Question 9

swag

Answer 9

a decorative garland or chain of flowers, foliage, or fruit fastened so as to hang in a drooping curve.
2.
informal
money or goods taken by a thief or burglar.

Question 10

intermittently

Answer 10

at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily.

Question 11

competence

Answer 11

1.
the ability to do something successfully or efficiently.

Question 12

masquerade

Answer 12

. : a party (as a dance) at which people wear masks and often fantastic costumes. 2. : an action or appearance that is only a disguise or outward show : pose. masquerade.

Question 13

illiterates

Answer 13

person who is unable to read or write.

Question 14

adept

Answer 14

very skilled or proficient at something.

Question 15

convert

Answer 15

cause to change in form, character, or function.

Question 16

cunning

Answer 16

having or showing skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit or evasion.

Question 17

ploy

Answer 17

a cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one’s own advantage.

Question 18

subterfuge

Answer 18

deceit used in order to achieve one’s goal.

Question 19

inconspicuous

Answer 19

not clearly visible or attracting attention; not conspicuous.

Question 20

vacillate

Answer 20

alternate or waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive.

Question 21

alternatives

Answer 21

one of two or more available possibilities.

Question 22

project

Answer 22

an individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim.
or
a government-subsidized housing development with relatively low rents.

Question 23

stymied

Answer 23

to prevent or hinder the progress of.

Question 24

obstacle

Answer 24

a thing that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress.

Question 25

obeisance

Answer 25

deferential respect.
or
a gesture expressing deferential respect, such as a bow or curtsy.

Question 26

mantras

Answer 26

mantra, in Hinduism and Buddhism, a sacred utterance (syllable, word, or verse) that is considered to possess mystical or spiritual efficacy

Question 27

facilitate

Answer 27

make (an action or process) easy or easier.

Question 28

architecture

Answer 28

the art or science of building. specifically : the art or practice of designing and building structures and especially habitable ones. 2. a. : formation or construction resulting from or as if from a conscious act.

Question 29

recidivism

Answer 29

the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend.

Question 30

superseded

Answer 30

to replace something, especially something older or more old-fashioned:

Question 31

suspend

Answer 31

temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force or effect.

Question 32

avert

Answer 32

turn away (one’s eyes or thoughts).

Question 33

murky

Answer 33

characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke. the murky bottom of the lake. 2. : characterized by thickness and heaviness of air : foggy, misty.

Question 34

marginal

Answer 34

relating to or situated at the edge or margin of something.

Question 35

prevalence

Answer 35

the fact or condition of being prevalent; commonness.

Question 36

red flags

Answer 36

A red flag could either be a literal red flag used for signaling or, as a metaphor, a sign of some particular problem requiring attention.

Question 37

scrutiny

Answer 37

critical observation or examination.

Question 38

logistical

Answer 38

relating to or involving organization and planning.
“logistical problems”

Question 39

fray

Answer 39

(of a fabric, rope, or cord) unravel or become worn at the edge, typically through constant rubbing.