Sadlier Oxford Vocabulary Level G Units 1-9 Spelling

exigency

(n., often pl.) pressure; urgent demand, pressing need; an emergency

Overweening

showing excessive confidence or pride

sophistry

the use of fallacious arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving.

equity

(n.) the state or quality of being just, fair, or impartial; fair and equal treatment; something that is fair; the money value of a property value of a property above and beyond any other mortgage or other claim
Synonyms: justice, fairness, impartiality
Antonyms: injustice, unfairness, bias, prejudice

inordinate

adj. far too great, exceeding reasonable limits, excessive
S: exorbitant, extravagant
A: moderate, reasonable, equitable

raiment

n. clothing, garments
S: apparel, attire
A: none

irrefutable

impossible to deny or disprove.

lackadaisical

lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy.

paucity

the presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities or amounts; scarcity.

pedantry

excessive concern with minor details and rules.

shibboleth

(n.) a word, expression, or custom that distinguishes a particular group of persons from all others; a commonplace saying or truism (syn.) catchphrase, password, slogan