List #2 Flashcards
(14 cards)
1
Q
Receptive
A
Accepting of an idea or willing to receive it
2
Q
Nuisance
A
An annoyance. Something that bothers a person.
3
Q
Subdued
A
Quiet, low energy, lack of confidence
4
Q
To subside
A
To stop or reduce its intensity
5
Q
Reprehensible
A
Really bad or unacceptable
6
Q
Reverently
A
With great respect
7
Q
Bemused
A
Unsure of how to respond to in a strange situation
8
Q
To accumulate
A
To gather more of something
9
Q
Meager
A
Small amount, unimpressive in quantity
10
Q
Disarming
A
In a way that makes some more comfortable/reduces conflict
11
Q
To avert
A
To warn, avoid, prevent something from happening
12
Q
Dignity
A
Respect for oneself, social position/respect in a community
13
Q
Contemptuously
A
Showing a deep lack of respect or dislike
14
Q
Sullenly
A
Showing resentment or quiet irritation/pouting
