Flashcards: K. Nordstrom Week 49: English
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kanordstrom on December 2, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
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 annihilate | to destroy completely Bombs __________d the city. |
| bane | a cause of trouble, annoyance, or unhappiness The ugly school uniforms were the __________ of the students' lives. |
| bedlam | a very noisy and confused state or scene The park had never had so many visitors at one time. It was complete __________. |
| acumen | the ability to think clearly and make good decisions Her political _________ won her the election. |
| ennui | a lack of spirit, enthusiasm, or interest; boredom While in school, he suffered from a general sense of __________. |
| deft | skillful and clever The photographer is known for her __________ use of lighting. |
| exquisite | finely done or made Her singing voice is truly __________. |
| tantamount | equal to something in value, meaning, or effect His statement was __________ to an admission of guilt. |
| sumptuous | very expensive, rich, or impressive For the King's return, she had prepared a __________ feast. |
| magnitude | the size, extent, or importance of something At this point no one really knows the true __________ of the problem. |
| tranquil | quiet and peaceful He lived in a _________ village by the sea. |
| qualm | a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about whether you are doing the right thing She felt some __________s about moving to the big city. |
| unkempt | messy or untidy She wore rumpled clothing and her hair was __________. |
| vigilant | carefully noticing problems or signs of danger They were __________ about protecting their children. |
| waif | a young person who is thin and appears to have no home She is foster-mother to various_________s and strays. |