GE Vocab Chapter 1-4 Flashcards
ruddy
of a red color at the end of the color spectrum
fruition
the condition of producing seed-bearing structures
brazen
made of or resembling brass, as in color or hardness
gruel
a thin porridge
mutinous
characterized by a rebellion against authority
impudence
the trait of being rude and impertinent
contempt
open disrespect for a person or thing
dais
a platform raised above the surrounding level
obeisance
bending the head or body in reverence or submission
indignation
a feeling of righteous anger
exultation
a feeling of extreme joy
feign
make believe with the intent to deceive
seemly
according with custom or propriety
doggedly
with obstinate determination
querulous
habitually complaining
zenith
the point above the observer directly opposite the nadir
contrive
make or work out a plan for; devise
flourish
grow vigorously
stolid
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility
consternation
sudden shock or dismay that causes confusion
mar
destroy or injure severely
glided
made from or covered with gold
transmute
change or alter in form, appearance, or nature
importunate
making persistent or urgent requests
