First 25 Words Flashcards
Ravenous
Extremely hungry
Explicit
Precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
Elude
Escape, either physically or mentally
Impregnable
Immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with
Scrutiny
Prolonged intense look
Vicariously
Indirectly, as, by, or through a substitute
Reproach
Express criticism towards
Exonerate
Pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
Perspicuous
Transparently clear, easily understandable
Capricious
Determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason
Penitent
Feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
Ignominiously
In a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree
Genteel
Marked by refinement in taste and manners
Rumination
A calm, lengthy, intent consideration
Felicitous
Exhibiting an agreeably appropriate manner or style
Indiscriminate
Failing to make or recognize distinctions
Reverence
A feeling of profound respect for someone or something
Stupefied
As if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise
Trepidation
A feeling of alarm or dread
Ostentatious
Intended to attract notice and impress orders
Sagacious
Acutely right and wise
Stipulate
Specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
Unwonted
Out of the ordinary
Corroborate
Support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm
Benefactor
A person who helps people or institutions (esp with financial help)
