Unit 8

Complacent

satisfied with a situation

Placebo

something that has a positive mental effect but no physical effect

Placid

Calm, undisturbed

Gratuitous

unnecessary or unwanted

Ingratiate

to gain another’s favor by flattery or false friendliness

Ingrate

one who is not properly thankful

Docile

easily taught, submissive to instruction

Indoctrinate

to teach a certain point of view to

Doctrine

that which is taught, a body of beliefs or ideas

Temper

to decrease the strength of

Temperance

restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food

Intemperate

lacking moderation, severe or extreme