Words To Know Flashcards
(17 cards)
Economical (adj.)
Careful about spending money or using resources
Swindle (v.)
To cheat out of money or property
Singular (n.)
The form of a word that is used to refer to one person or thing
Alibi (n.)
A claim of having been elsewhere when a crime was committed; a reason given to explain something
Confederate (n.)
A person, state, or country that joins with another for a common purpose; a partner in crime
Negative (n.)
A “no” expression; a photo image that reverses light and dark areas
Reign (n.)
The power or rule of a monarch; a monarch’s period of rule
Frank (adj.)
Honest in expressing thoughts and feelings
Mutiny (n.)
An open rebellion against authority
Discharge (v.)
To let go; to unload cargo or passengers; to fire off; to give off
Reign (v.)
To rule as a monarch; to be widespread
Mutiny (v.)
To rebel against those in charge
Pursue (v.)
To chase in order to catch; to strive to achieve; to carry out
Negative (adj.)
Saying “no”; not positive or helpful; less than zero
Discharge (n.)
A release or letting go; a firing off; a giving off; something given off
Modify (v.)
To change somewhat
Swindle (n.)
A scheme for cheating someone