44 Flashcards
squander
to use in a foolish or wasteful way
prescient
having or showing an ability to know what will happen before it does
infallible
not capable of being wrong or making mistakes; not fallible
reticent
not willing to tell people about things
improvident
not providing or saving for the future; not wise or sensible regarding money
sedulous
diligent in application or attention; persevering; assiduous
halcyon
calm; peaceful; tranquil
notorious
well-known or famous especially for something bad
somnolent
tired and ready to fall asleep; sleepy
expedient
providing an easy and quick way to solve a problem or do something
capricious
changing often and quickly
delirious
very excited
ecstatic
very happy or excited
prod
to push someone or something with your finger or a pointed object; poke
stumble
to find or learn about something unexpectedly