King's Speech Vocabulary

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering key terms and definitions from the King's Speech speech materials.

Censure

The expression of formal disapproval.

Contempt

Feeling that a person is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn.

Eradicate

Destroy completely; put to end.

Concurrent

Existing, happening, or done at the same time.

Indispensable

Absolutely necessary.

Tyranny

Cruel & oppressive government or rule.

Fortitude

Courage in pain or adversity.

Providential

Occurring at a favorable time; divine intervention.

Tranquility

Calm.

Abhorrence

Feeling of repulsion, disgusted loathing.

Endowed

Provide with a quality, ability, or asset.

Benevolence

Quality of being well-meaning, kindness.

Impartial

Fair and just.

Counteract

Act against in order to reduce its force or neutralize it.

Candor

Quality of being open and honest in expression, frankness.

Arduous

Involving or requiring strenuous effort.

Perusing

Read (something) in a thorough or careful way.

Prevail

Triumph; prove more powerful than opposing forces.

Principle

Fundamental truth that serves as foundation for a system of belief.

Sanctions

To support / gives official permission or approval for an action.

Sovereignty

Supreme power or authority.

Primitive

Basic, crude, rudimental; early stage in the evolution of man.

Doctrine

Principle of law, belief.

Bondage

Servitude or subjugation; a constraining force.

Reverently

In a way that exhibits deep respect or veneration.

Resolutely

In a determined or firm manner.