Vocab (2/21/17)

Question 1

In a formal, dignified manner; with deep sincerity

Answer 1

Solemnly

Question 2

depressing; dreary; gloomy; pitiful or disgracefully bad

Answer 2

Dismal

Question 3

First in order of importance; main.
(of money) denoting an original sum invested or lent.
the person with the highest authority or most important position in an organization, institution, or group.

Answer 3

Principal

Question 4

Something done without respect, or something done showing displeasure.

Answer 4

Scornfully

Question 5

search unsystematically and untidily through a mass or receptacle.

Answer 5

Rummage

Question 6

cease; abstain.

Answer 6

Desist

Question 7

done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed.

Answer 7

Impromptu

Question 8

characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

Answer 8

Ostentatious

Question 9

(of a child) having developed certain abilities or proclivities at an earlier age than usual. (of behavior or ability) indicative of early development.

Answer 9

Precocious

Question 10

in low spirits from loss of hope or courage.

Answer 10

Despondent