Vocab Unit 1

Front

Continue a course of action despite difficulties

Back

persevere

Front

Strongly encourage or urge someone to do something

Back

exhorting

Front

Structure that adds stability to a wall or building

Back

buttress

Front

Lack of variety and interest: tedious repetition and routine

Back

monotony

Front

A force that accelerates an action.

Back

impetus

Front

Lack of seriousness or importance; insignificant

Back

triviality

Front

Relating to an immature or basic form

Back

rudimentary

Front

Distress, anxiety, or discomfort.

Back

Oppress

Front

Cover, surround, or encircle something.

Back

wreathed

Front

Effort to match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.

Back

emulation