Additional Vocabulary 2

Question 1

plume

Answer 1

A long, soft feather or arrangement of feathers used by a bird for display or worn by a person for ornament; a long cloud of smoke or vapor

Question 2

despondent

Answer 2

In low spirits from loss of hope or courage

Question 3

conjuror

Answer 3

A performer of conjuring tricks

Question 4

calibrate

Answer 4

Mark (a gauge or instrument) with a standard scale of readings

Question 5

efficacious

Answer 5

(Of something inanimate or abstract) successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective

Question 6

heed

Answer 6

Pay attention to; take notice of

Question 7

occlude

Answer 7

Stop, close up, or obstruct (an opening, orifice, or passage)

Question 8

coherent

Answer 8

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole

Question 9

fanfare

Answer 9

A short ceremonial tune or flourish played on brass instruments, typically to introduce something or someone important

Question 10

balm

Answer 10

A fragrant cream or liquid used to heal or soothe the skin

Question 11

scant

Answer 11

Barely sufficient or adequate