WW L12

Question 1

aftermath

Answer 1

n. A consequence or results, often a negative one

Question 2

aphorism

Answer 2

n. A short statement of truth or principle; an adage

Question 3

catharsis

Answer 3

n. A releasing of the emotions, often through the arts, that brings about spiritual renewal or a relieving of tension.
adj. cathartic

Question 4

cohort

Answer 4

n. 1. A group that is moving or working together.
2. One who assists another, especially in a dubious or criminal activity; an accomplice.

Question 5

culpable

Answer 5

adj. Deserving blame or censure.
n. culpability

Question 6

enormity

Answer 6

n. 1. The state or quality of being monstrous or outrageous.
2. The state or quality of being huge, immense.

Question 7

gibe

Answer 7

v. To utter taunting, sarcastic words.
n. A taunting, scornful remark.

Question 8

innocuous

Answer 8

adj. Harmless; unlikely to offend

Question 9

necessitate

Answer 9

v. To require; to make necessary

Question 10

odyssey

Answer 10

n. 1. A long, adventurous journey.
2. An intellectual or spiritual quest.

Question 11

partisan

Answer 11

n. 1. A strong supporter or advocate.
2. An armed fighter opposed to an occupying army.
adj. Strongly biased in favor of a particular party, cause, or position.

Question 12

posterity

Answer 12

n. A person’s descendants; future generations.

Question 13

premeditated

Answer 13

adj. Fully planned beforehand; deliberate

Question 14

scurrilous

Answer 14

adj. Vulgar; coarsely abusive

Question 15

diabolical

Answer 15

adj. Devilish; wicked or evil