Lesson 2 Vocab

astute

clever and sharp-minded; showing a thorough and deep understanding

bias

A strong leaning for or against something that is based on personal preference or a set idea

compile

to gather together and put in order

destitute

extremely poor; without basic necessities

enhance

to make greater or heighten; to add to in a way that improves.

extraneous

not needed or not related to what is being considered or dealt with

fabricate

to make or manufacture

flaunt

to show off

heyday

the time of greatest success or strength

illegible

impossible to read due to sloppy or faint writing or printing

intuition

an understanding or knowledge of something without the use of reasoning

lush

growing thickly or heavily

renown

fame; good reputation

sedate

calm, serious, and proper

vigil

a period of watch, usually during a time when one would normally be asleep.