Great Expectations Flashcards
Elude
Evade or escape from typically in a skillful or cunning way
Consternation
Feelings of anxiety or dismay typically at something unexpected
Riveted
Attract or completely engross someone
Goad
Provoke or annoy so as to stimulate some action or reaction
Grovel
Lie or move objectively on the ground with ones face downward
Pilfer
To steal
Sagacious
Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgement
Insolent
Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect
Obtrusive
Noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way
Fortuitous
Happening by accident or chance rather then surprise
Divined
Discover by guesswork or invention
Trepidation
A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
Morose
Sullen and I’ll tempered
Propitiate
Win or regain the favor of by doing something that pleases them
Disconcerted
Disturb the composure of; unsettle