Unit 1 Quizs

perennial

• Lasting an indefinitely long time; recurring

• Existing for a short period; temporary

• Occurring once and never again

• Limited to a specific season or time

brigand

• An armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band; thief; robber

• A type of medieval knight

• A skilled artisan or craftsman

• A member of a royal court

unbridled

• Not restrained or controlled; uncontrollable.

• Completely restrained and controlled.

• Moderately controlled and limited.

• Easily managed and directed.

muddle

• Make clear and organized; tidy up

• Make clouded as with sediment; jumble; messy

• Create a structured plan; organize

• Simplify and clarify; make easy

commandeer

• To take arbitrarily or by force; steal

• To give up or relinquish control

• To negotiate or discuss terms

• To create or invent something new

salvage

• To save; to rescue

• To destroy completely

• To ignore or overlook

• To enhance or improve

cumbersome

• Difficult to handle or use because of size or weight; Awkward; bulky

• Easy to manage and lightweight

• Compact and convenient

• Simple and straightforward

opinionated

• Obstinate in your opinions; stubborn

• Open-minded and flexible

• Indifferent to others' views

• Eager to learn from others

diffuse

• Concentrated in one place

• Spread out; not concentrated in one place

• Limited to a small area

• Focused and intense

circumspect

• Careful to consider potential consequences and avoid risk; inspect; careful

• Quick to act without thinking

• Unwilling to take any risks

• Eager to explore new opportunities