Vocab list 5 and 6 Test 3

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adulterate

Render (something) poorer in quality by adding another substance, typically an inferior one

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ascertain

Find (something) out for certain; make sure of

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cajole

Persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or
flattery

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condescend

Show feelings of superiority; be patronizing.

Do something in a haughty way, as though it is below one’s dignity or level of importance

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copious

Abundant in supply or quantity

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corroborate

Confirm of give support to (a statement, theory, or finding)

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dictum

A formal pronouncement from an authoritative source.

A short statement that expresses a general truth or principle

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egalitarian

Relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

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exaltation

A feeling or state of extreme happiness

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fortuitous

Happening by accident or chance rather than design.

Happening by a lucky chance, fortunate

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imperious

Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.

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insinuate

Suggest or hint (something bad or reprehensible) in an indirect unpleasant way.

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mutinous

(of a soldier or sailor) refusing to obey the orders of a person in authority.

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prevailing

Existing at a particular time; current

Having most appeal or influence; prevalent.

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punctilious

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

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rapport

A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other’s feelings or ideas and communicate well.

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scrutinize

Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.

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taciturn

(of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

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ungainly

(of a person or movement) awkward; clumsy.

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vilify

Speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner.