Unit 2 Flash Cards

Front 1

Antics

Back 1

(n. pl.)

syn: pranks

The antics of the chimpanzees amused the crowds at the zoo.

Front 2

Avowed

Back 2

(adj., part.)

syn: sworn

The governor was an avowed supporter of the plan to aid public libraries throughout the state.

Front 3

Banter

Back 3

(v.) (n.)

syn: chitchat

(v.) There is nothing to my friends and I enjoy more than to banter good-naturedly for hours.

(n.) Casual banter helps to pass the time during a long journey.

Front 4

Bountiful

Back 4

(adj.)

syn: abundant

On Thanksgiving Day, people all over America celebrate the bountiful gifts of nature.

Front 5

Congested

Back 5

(adj., part.)

syn: packed

The doctor grew very concerned when the patient's lungs become congested with fluid.

Front 6

Detriment

Back 6

(n.)

syn: hindrance

The home team survived a six-game losing streak with almost no detriment to its standing in the league.

Front 7

Durable

Back 7

(adj.) (n.,pl.)

syn: long-lasting

(adj.) Denim is a very durable kind of fabric.

(n.,pl.) Many people own household durable such as furniture and appliances.

Front 8

Enterprising

Back 8

(adj.)

syn: vigorous

An enterprising young person may turn a hobby into a way of earning money.

Front 9

Frugal

Back 9

(adj.)

syn: thrifty

At home, we usually prepare frugal but nourishing and delicious meals.

Front 10

Gingerly

Back 10

(adj., adv.)

syn: cautiously

Difficult and demanding customers should be handled in a gingerly and courteous manner.

Front 11

Glut

Back 11

(v.) (n.)

syn: (v.) flood (n.) surplus

(v.) Hollywood studios glut theaters with big-budget action movies during the summer season.

(n.) When there is a glut of gasoline on the market, prices at the pump may drop dramatically.

Front 12

Incognito

Back 12

(adj., adv.)

syn: undisguised

In a way, makeup artists are practitioners of the fine art of incognito.

Front 13

Invalidate

Back 13

(v.)

syn: disapprove

Lawyers will try to invalidate the contract.

Front 14

Legendary

Back 14

(adj.)

syn: mythical

Ajax was one of the legendary Greek heroes who fought before the walls of Troy.

Front 15

Maim

Back 15

(v.)

to cripple

Each year, accidental falls maim thousands of people, some of them for life.

Front 16

Minimize

Back 16

(v.)

syn: downplay

Whenever you are in a car, you should wear your seat belt to minimize the risk of injury in an accident.

Front 17

Oblique

Back 17

(adj.)

syn: diagonal

The boxer's oblique blow left his opponent unscathed.

Front 18

Veer

Back 18

(v.)

change direction

The huge storm finally veered out to sea, leaving much destruction in its wake.

Front 19

Venerate

Back 19

(v.)

syn: idolize

In a number of cultures, it is customary for people to venerate the oldest members of society.

Front 20

Wanton

Back 20

(adj.) (n.)

syn: (adj.) malicious

(adj.) The brave superhero soon put a stop to the evil villains acts of wanton cruelty.

(n.) The main character in the popular ministries was a charming but heartless wanton.