7th Grade "On the Enjoyment of Unpleasant Places" Vocabulary Qui

Front

An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it directly.

Back

allusion

Front

causing dizziness, especially because of great height; a spinning motion

Back

vertiginous

Front

the placement of two or more things together to create an interesting effect or to show how they are similar or different

Back

juxtaposition

Front

happening very soon

Back

imminent

Front

not safe; uncertain

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precarious

Front

calmness, steadiness

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placidity

Front

the quality or state of being quiet and peaceful

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tranquility

Front

not having a plan or purpose

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desultory

Front

to take something, such as political power, without having the right to do so

Back

usurp

Front

a low wall with supports placed at the sides of staircases, bridges, and other structures

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balustrade