G Flashcards
repose
(verb) to rest; lie; place; (n.) relaxation, peace of mind, calmness (to be in a state of rest)
entreat
(verb) to beg
augment
(verb) to supplement, add to
palpable
(adj) able to be touched or felt
ravish
(verb) to steal, abduct, or charm
confound
(verb) to surprise, confuse, or perplex someone
lecherous
(adj) having or showing excessive or offensive sexual desire
lament
(verb) to mourn or cry aloud, (noun) an expression of grief
scruples
(noun) a conscience; a hesitation to do something wrong
treason
(noun) a betrayal, especially of country or sovereign
pretense
(noun) deception, falsehoods
malice
(noun) ill intent
verity
(noun) truth, something that is real
posterity
(noun) future generations
jovial
(adj) cheerful and friendly