Great Expectations Flashcards
1
Q
Elude
A
Evade or escape from by cunning or strength
2
Q
Consternation
A
Utter amazement or paralyzingly dismay
3
Q
Riveted
A
Held someone’s attention completely
4
Q
Goad
A
To urge to action
5
Q
Grovel
A
Crawling or creeping near the ground as a sign of humility, penance
6
Q
Pilfer
A
To steal, especially a small amount at a time
7
Q
Sagacious
A
Wise; showing keen judgement, insight, and foresight
8
Q
Insolent
A
Insultingly arrogant; audaciously rude
9
Q
Obtrusive
A
Forward in manner
10
Q
Fortuitous
A
Happening by chance; lucky
11
Q
Divined
A
To know by intuition or instinct
12
Q
Trepidation
A
Fear
13
Q
Morose
A
Gloomy; sullen
14
Q
Propitiate
A
To attempt to pacify or regain favor of another, especially one with power or authority
15
Q
Disconcerted
A
bewildered of confused by something unexpected
