Chapter 12 Flashcards
Lethargic
Unnaturally sleepy; dull
Embezzle
To steal property entrusted to one’s care
Heartrending
Causing mental pain or grief
Leisurely
Unhurried and taking plenty of time
Malady
A sickness, illness, disease, disorder
Turmoil
In great confusion or disorder
Despondent
Sad, without hope, discouraged
Nomadic
Moving from place to place
Piecemeal
One piece at a time
Quest
A search or hunt
Reinforce
To make stronger with new materials
Random
By chance and not planned
Seclusion
Isolation from others
Status
Relative standing or rank
Rant
To speak wildly or noisily or loud
Mellow
Ripe and well matured; soft, sweet, and rich
Clarification
The act of making clear or understandable, an explanation
Cache
A hiding place; something hidden or stored
Abound
To be plentiful, be filled
Braggart
A boaster; boastful in a loud, annoying way