Vocab 12

Question 1

abound

Answer 1

(v.) to be plentiful, to be filled

Question 2

clarification

Answer 2

(n.) the act of making clear or or unstable, an explanation

Question 3

leisurely

Answer 3

(adj.) unhurried, taking plenty of time; (adv.) in an easygoing and unhurried way

Question 4

malady

Answer 4

(n.) a sickness, illness, disease, disorder

Question 5

nomadic

Answer 5

(adj.) wandering, moving about from place to place

Question 6

peicemeal

Answer 6

(adj.) one piece at a time; (adv.) gradually

Question 7

quest

Answer 7

(n.) a search, hunt; (v.) to search, seek, ask

Question 8

random

Answer 8

(adj.) by chance, not planned or prearranged; irregular

Question 9

reinforce

Answer 9

(v.) to make stronger with new materials or support

Question 10

status

Answer 10

(n.) a person’s condition or position in the eyes of the law; relative rank or standing, especially in society; prestige

Question 11

braggart

Answer 11

(n.) a boaster; (adj.) boastful in a loud, annoying way

Question 12

cache

Answer 12

(n.) a hiding place; something hidden or stored

Question 13

despondent

Answer 13

(Adj.) sad, without hope, discouraged

Question 14

embezzle

Answer 14

(v.) to steal property entrusted to one’s care

Question 15

heartrending

Answer 15

(adj.) causing mental pain or grief

Question 16

Lethargic

Answer 16

(adj.) unnaturally sleepy; dull, slow moving; indifferent

Question 17

Mellow

Answer 17

(adj.) ripe, well-matured; soft, and rich; gentle pleasant; (v.) to become gentle and sweet

Question 18

Rant

Answer 18

(V.) to speak wildly and noisily; (n.) loud violent talk

Question 19

Seclusion

Answer 19

(N.) isolation from others, solitude

Question 20

Turmoil

Answer 20

(N.) a state of great confusion or disorder; mental strain or agitation