WW book 10 lesson 4

accolade

An expression of approval or respect for special merit; an award.

adamant

Not yielding; firm.

adulate

To flatter or admire excessively; to idolize.

altercation

A loud and determined dispute; a noisy quarrel.

annals

A historical record of events, often arranged in a yearly sequence.

assiduous

Diligent and persistent.

chary

Exercising caution; hesitant.

clique

A small, exclusive group; a group held together by like interests or purpose.

decrepit

Worn out from use; broken down.

endow

To provide with a quality, a thing, or a gift of money.

ephemeral

Lasting a very short time.

ingratiate

To gain the favor of someone through a deliberate effort.

pantheon

A group of people held in high esteem for their great achievements.

perverse

1. Turned away from what is right; wicked.

2. Stubbornly opposing what is right or reasonable; obstinate.

tutelage

Instruction, protection, or guardianship.