english flashcards
(32 cards)
Bicker
To Argue
implore
To beg
Nonchalent
appearing casually calm and relaxed
gallant
brave; heroic.
reckless
without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.
delirious
in an acutely disturbed state of mind resulting from illness or intoxication and characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech.
wrangle
a dispute or argument, typically one that is long and complicated.
scoundrel
a dishonest or unscrupulous person
mock
to repeat someone’s behavior
vast
of very great extent or quantity
mimic
imitate
quiver
tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion.
grimace
an ugly, twisted expression on a person’s face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement.
acquitted
free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty.
reluctant
unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.
cunning
having or showing skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit or evasion.
elude
evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way.
vague
of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning.
dogged
having or showing tenacity and grim persistence.
dismissed
order or allow to leave; send away.
indignant
feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.
aghast
filled with horror or shock.
aloof
not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.
devious
showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals.
