Vocab 1-50 & Allusions 1-30

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What does 'fabricate' mean?

Back

To invent or concoct something, typically with deceitful intent.

Front

What is the difference between 'discreet' and 'discrete'?

Back

Discreet means careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, while discrete means separate or distinct.

Front

What does 'incandescent' mean?

Back

Emitting light as a result of being heated; glowing.

Front

What does 'volatile' mean?

Back

Liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.

Front

What does 'kindle' mean?

Back

To ignite or light something; to arouse or inspire an emotion.

Front

What does 'histrionic' mean?

Back

Overly theatrical or melodramatic in character or style.

Front

What does 'decorous' mean?

Back

In keeping with good taste and propriety; polite and restrained.

Front

What does 'delineate' mean?

Back

To describe or portray something precisely.

Front

What does 'obliterate' mean?

Back

To destroy utterly; wipe out.

Front

What does 'efface' mean?

Back

To erase a mark from a surface; to make oneself appear insignificant.