35-46 Flashcards
Brood
(N.) A family of young animals (V.) to think over worried, unhappy way
Culminate
To reach a highpoint of development.
Drone
make a continuous low humming sound.
Induge
allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of.
Literate
(of a person) able to read and write.
Luster
the manner in which the surface of a mineral reflects light, glory or distinction.
Oration
a formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion.
Peevish
easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.
Singe
burn (something) superficially or lightly.
Upright
denoting a device designed to be used in a vertical position. (of a person) sitting or standing with the back straight.
Animated
full of life or excitement; lively.
Constituent
being a voting member of a community or organization and having the power to appoint or elect.
Downright
to an extreme degree; thoroughly, (of a person’s manner or behavior) straightforward; so direct as to be blunt.
Goad
provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction.
Hanker
feel a strong desire for or to do something.