We Beat the Street Chapter 1 Flashcards

Study Notes

Vocabulary Study Notes

Apathy: Reflects a lack of interest or concern for others, often resulting in disconnection from social or emotional engagement.
Daunting: Describes a feeling of being overwhelmed by fear, often resulting in hesitation or avoidance of challenges.
Intrigued: Indicates a strong interest or curiosity about something, often leading to a desire to learn more.
Strewn: Refers to the act of scattering or sprinkling objects across a surface, indicating disorder or randomness.
Retrospect: The act of looking back in thought, often used when reflecting on past experiences to gain insights.
Fiery: Represents a state of being intensely hot or easily provoked to anger; can describe personality traits and emotional responses.
Swaggered: To walk or strut with a sense of superiority, often projecting confidence or arrogance.
Cramping my style: An expression that signifies being hindered from displaying one's full potential or abilities; often relates to social dynamics or restrictions.
Self-assured: A term used to denote confidence in oneself, often indicative of a strong sense of self-worth.
Distress: A significant experience of pain, anxiety, or sorrow, prompting emotional or physical discomfort.
Dismayed: Reflects a sudden or complete loss of courage, usually in reaction to alarming or unexpected situations.
Marveling: Describes a sense of wonder or admiration, typically evoked by impressive or extraordinary experiences or objects.
Subsided: Indicates a reduction in intensity; often used to describe emotions or conditions that settle to a lesser degree.
Impulsive: Characterizes actions that are spontaneous or without premeditation; reflects immediate reactions rather than planned decisions.
Intensify: To strengthen or sharpen a feeling, quality, or situation, suggesting an increase in power or severity.

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Test your vocabulary knowledge with flashcards from Chapter 1 of 'We Beat the Street'. These cards cover key terms and their definitions, helping you understand the text better. Perfect for students looking to enhance their language skills.