Vocabulary List 9

Question 1

amorphous (adj.)

Answer 1

Without a clearly defined shape or form

Question 2

cajole (v.)

Answer 2

Persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery

Question 3

debilitate (v.)

Answer 3

Make (someone) very weak and infirm

Question 4

distend (v.)

Answer 4

Swell or cause to swell by pressure from inside; expand by stretching

Question 5

eulogy (n.)

Answer 5

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, especially a tribute to someone who has just died

Question 6

gregarious (adj.)

Answer 6

(Of a person) fond of company; sociable

Question 7

incongruous (adj.)

Answer 7

Not in harmony with the surroundings or other aspects of something

Question 8

irreproachable (adj.)

Answer 8

Beyond criticism; faultless

Question 9

oblivion (n.)

Answer 9

The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one

Question 10

profound (adj.)

Answer 10

1. (Of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense

2. (Of a person or statement) having or showing great knowledge or insight

Question 11

savory (adj.)

Answer 11

Pleasant or agreeable in taste or smell

Question 12

unkempt (adj.)

Answer 12

(Especially of a person) having an untidy appearance