Definitions pt. 2 Flashcards
Seriousness, Importance
Gravity
To thrive, Grow well
Flourish
Characterized by severe suffering or sorrow; serous or grave
Grievous
Very ugly, offensive, shocking,
Hideous
A reverential regard; respect shown by external action.
Homage
Anger as a result of something unjust
Indignation
Urging, provocation; initiation
Instigation
Start a fire; to stir up
Kindle
So complicated that it could probably not be solved; full of knots
Knotty
To mourn or express sorrow in a demonstrative manner.
Lament
A gift by will, something handed down by an ancestor or predecessor.
Legacy
Desire to harm others
Malice
Depression of spirits
Melancholy
Courage or spirit
Mettle
To ponder
Muse
Rebellious, unruly
Mutinous
Difficult to see, vague
Obscure
Threatening
Ominous
Gladness and merriment usually accomplished
Mirth
A sign or forewarning
Portent