Ela Vocab Quiz Flashcards

1
Q

Contempt

A

The feeling that a person or a thing is worthless
Noun

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2
Q

refugee

A

A person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war.
Noun

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3
Q

debris

A

Scattered pieces of waste or remains
Noun

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4
Q

ventriloquist

A

A person who can speak or utter sounds so that they seem to come from somewhere else, especially an entertainer who makes their voice appear to come from a dummy of a person or animal.
Noun

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5
Q

emaciated

A

Abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.
Adjective

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6
Q

antics

A

foolish, outrageous, or amusing behavior.
Noun

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7
Q

mourning

A

the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died.
Noun

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8
Q

camouflaged

A

Hide or disguise the presence of (a person, animal, or object) by means of camouflage.
Verb

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9
Q

majestic

A

Having or showing impressive beauty or dignity.
Adjective

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10
Q

synagogue

A

The building where a Jewish assembly or congregation meets for religious worship and instruction.
Noun

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