Chapter 1 Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key academic and descriptive terms found in Chapter 1.

Caveat

A warning or proviso of specific stipulations, conditions, or limitations.

Innocuous

Not harmful or offensive; harmless.

Prowess

Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.

Straightening

The act of making or becoming straight or placing things in proper order.

subsequent

Coming after something in time; following.

intelligence

The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.

individually

Separately rather than as a group; each for themselves.

similarly

In a similar way; in a like manner.

contrary

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.