Vocabulary (4) Flashcards
(20 cards)
“Moved hither and thither”
means moved here and there in different directions or places
Cadence
The rhythm or flow of sound or movement.
Doleful
Expressing sadness or sorrow.
Discourse
written or spoken communication or debate.
Suffice
be enough or adequate.
Tarry
stay longer than intended; delay leaving a place.
Chastisement
a severe criticism or punishment
Execrations
The act of cursing or denouncing
Blubbering
cry noisily and uncontrollably; sob.
Rallied
gathered or recovered
Elaborately
in a detailed and carefully arranged manner.
Contrived
deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously.; forced
Capricious
given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour.
Mandate
an official order or commission to do something.
Exult
to feel or show great happiness or triumph
Pang
a sudden sharp pain or painful emotion.
Vengeance
the act of taking revenge
Chattered
(of a person’s teeth) click repeatedly together from cold or fear.
Preternatrual
beyond what is normal or natural
Apprehensive
anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
