Chapter 14 vocab

intrinsic

(adj.) belonging to someone or something by its very nature, essential, inherent; originating in a bodily organ or part

covert

Secret; hidden

speculate

To form opinions without definite knowledge or evidence

alleviate

To relieve, make more bearable

demise

death

infamous

having a bad reputation

virile

masculine; manly

revulsion

Great disgust or distaste

cynic

A person who believes the worst of people's behavior and motives

benefactor

A person who gives friendly aid