July 17

Question 1

acrid

Answer 1

(ˈækrɪd)
adj
1. unpleasantly pungent or sharp to the smell or taste
2. sharp or caustic, esp in speech or nature

Question 2

grate

Answer 2

v. tr.
1. To reduce to fragments, shreds, or powder by rubbing against an abrasive surface.
2. To cause to make a harsh grinding or rasping sound through friction: grated her teeth in anger.
3. To irritate or annoy persistently: It always grates me to get put on hold.

Question 3

chagrin

Answer 3

(ˈʃæɡrɪn)
n
a feeling of annoyance or mortification
vb (tr)
to embarrass and annoy

Question 4

soot

Answer 4

The fine black particles, chiefly composed of carbon, produced by incomplete combustion of coal, oil, wood, or other fuels.

Question 5

croak

Answer 5

A low hoarse sound, as that characteristic of a frog or a raven.