Vocabulary Workshop Flashcards
Unit 3
brood
(n.) a family of young animals, especially birds; any group having the same nature and origin; (v.) to think over in a worried, unhappy way
brood
synonyms: family, unhappy antonyms:xxxxx
culminate
(v.) to reach a high point of development; to end, climax
culminate
synonyms: conclude, end antonyms: start, begin
drone
(n.) a loafer, idler; a buzzing or humming sound; a remote-control device; a male bee; (v.) to make a buzzing sound; to speak in a dull tone of voice
drone
synonyms: purr, buzz antonyms: silence
indulge
(v.) to give in to a wish or desire, give oneself up to
indulge
synonyms: allow, cater antonyms: annoy, deny
literate
(adj.) able to read and write; showing an excellent educational background; having knowledge or training
literate
synonyms: educated antonyms: stupid
luster
to give off a glow
luster
synonyms: dazzle antonyms: dull, matte
oration
a short and quick speech
oration
synonyms: lecture, talk antonyms: print
peevish
to be upset or sad
peevish
synonyms: sullen antonyms: happy
