Lesson 13 Word List Review

Flashcards for lesson 13 vocabulary words to aid in studying definitions and usage.

Altruism is the putting of others' well-being ahead of one's own; __.

unselfishness

The chessmaster played sixteen __ games and won them all.

concurrent

The __ of a word or phrase can help determine its meaning.

context

Molly's __ suggestion hurt me.

crass

Indian __ uses a savory array of spices.

cuisine

The conspiracy did much to __ the American presidency.

debase

The judge __ the jury to refrain from discussing the case.

enjoined

Public figures need to master the art of __ speaking.

extemporaneous

Naomi's visit to Kuwait was the __ of her interest in Islam.

genesis

The celebrants poured out their cups as a __ to the harvest god.

libation

My headache and general __ turned out to be flu symptoms.

malaise

It was refreshing to hear the candidate offer fresh ideas instead of __.

platitudes

Family members tried to __ the feuding brothers.

reconcile

A bolt of lightning __ the rock neatly down the middle.

sundered

The difficult expedition was a six-month __.

travail