2nd Semester, Set #3 Flashcards
Despite this _______________ treatment by bigots, the Civil Rights leaders moved forward with dignity,
contemptuous
The brothers’ _________________ over who had more cereal in his bowl was frustrating to their mother.
bickering
Some teachers might say that texting and playing on games during a lecture is ___________ behavior by the students and displays a lack of respect for education.
insolent
The rock climber had to locate a _________ in the mountain’s sheer face in order to have a place to hold.
cleft
Skipping class after being caught lying to his teacher was a _____________ act that will only bring more trouble.
craven
Since ambassadors can not be arrested in the country they are serving, many feel __________ to the laws.
immune
The young student ______________ announced his professor’s mistake with false confidence.
arrogant
Upon hearing that her puppy was lost, the little girl was ____________ and began sobbing uncontroably.
distraught
When the young man arrived to the party ____________ dressed, everyone asked about the stylish new comer.
rakishly
After spending the night trying to ease the newborn back to sleep, the new mother looked _________ and tired when she arrived to work with dark circles under her eyes.
haggard
