Vocabulary (14) Flashcards
(22 cards)
What does ‘Surfeit’ mean?
An excessive amount of something.
What does ‘Stupefy’ mean?
Make (someone) unable to think or feel properly. OR astonish and shock.
What is a ‘Medley’?
A varied mixture of people or things.
What does ‘Obstinate’ mean?
Stubborn and refusing to change one’s opinion or behavior.
What does ‘Dilapidated’ describe?
(Of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.
What does ‘Hale’ refer to?
(Of an old person) strong and healthy.
What does ‘Pervaded’ mean?
Be present and apparent throughout.
What is ‘Churlishness’?
Being rude, unfriendly.
What does ‘Menacing’ suggest?
Suggesting the presence of danger; threatening.
What does it mean to ‘Shun’?
Persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something) through antipathy or caution.
What does ‘Oppressed’ mean?
Generally means to be subjected to harsh treatment, control, or domination.
What is a ‘Pilgrimage’?
A journey, especially a long one, made to some sacred place as an act of religious devotion.
What does ‘Palpitating’ refer to?
(Of the heart) beating rapidly, strongly, or irregularly.
What is ‘Clamour’?
A loud and confused noise, especially that of people shouting.
What does ‘Placid’ mean?
Calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity.
What does ‘Fervent’ mean?
Having or displaying a passionate intensity; passionate.
What is a ‘Pane’?
A single sheet of glass in a window or door.
What does ‘Clamber’ mean?
Climb or move in an awkward and laborious way, typically using both hands and feet.
What does ‘Abruptly’ mean?
Suddenly and unexpectedly. OR in a rude or curt manner.
What does ‘Passably’ mean?
In a way that is just good enough; reasonably.
What does ‘Erratic’ describe?
Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
What is ‘Ineptitude’?
Lack of skill or ability.
