26-50 Flashcards
1
Q
Eavesdrop
A
To listen to private conversation
2
Q
Egregious
A
Well beyond the bounds of what is right or proper outrageous
3
Q
Ember
A
A glowing piece of burning wood or coal
4
Q
Emerge
A
To become visible or known
5
Q
Engross
A
To occupy the complete attention of someone absorb
6
Q
Exasperation
A
A state of anger impatience
7
Q
Exhilarate
A
To cause someone to feel very happy elate
8
Q
Falter
A
To proceed or continue in an unsteady or weakening manner
9
Q
Foresight
A
The ability to imagine what is likely to happen in the future
10
Q
Fragrance
A
A sweet or pleasant odor a scent
11
Q
Furtive
A
- Done or acting in a way that is intending not to be noticed, sneaky. 2. Giving the appearance of not wanting to be noticed especially in showing nervously.
12
Q
Grueling
A
Physically or mentally exhausting
13
Q
Gusto
A
Great enjoyment zest
14
Q
Habitation
A
A place in which to live a residence
15
Q
Hasten
A
- To move or act swiftly hurry 2. To cause something to happen more quickly than it would be otherwise
