E101-125 Flashcards
Reprehensible
(adj) deserving to be severely criticized
Lethargic
(adj) dull; sluggish; moving slowly
Pulpit
(n) a podium used for preaching
Edible
(adj) able to be eaten
Artifact
(n) an object produced by human work esp. one of historical or archaeological interest
Quiver
(v) to shake to tremble from fear or cold
Languish
(v) to lose strength or health; to remain neglected
Collaborate
(v) to work together, esp. at an intellectual effort
Utopia
(n) an ideally perfect place
Turbid
(adj) cloudy, muddy; in a state of turmoil
Altruistic
(adj) unselfish; benevolent; caring more for others than oneself
Delve
(v) to look for; to search; to investigate (usually with “intro”)
Recede
(v) to go back; to withdraw
Avocation
(n) a hobby
Patron
(n) a sponsor; a supporter; a regular customer