Level F Unit 10 Vocab Flashcards
Annotation
N. A critical or explanatory note or comment in literary work
Accrue
V. To grow or accumulate in supplies over time; collect
Bedlam
N. A state or scene of uproar and confusion; chaos
Covert
Adj. Hidden; disguised; purposely kept secret; sheltered; secluded
Debonair
Adj. Lighthearted; smooth and polished in appearance; carefree; suave
Dun
V. To demand in payment; nag; hound; harass; pester
Efficacious
Adj. Effective; producing results; efficient; potent; powerful
Equanimity
N. Calmness; composure; tranquility; zen
Fortuitous
Adj. Accidental; unintentional; unplanned
Gist
N. The essential part, or essence; substance; core
Gratuitous
Adj. Freely given; voluntary, unjustified; uncalled-for
Imperious
Adj. Overbearing; seeking to dominate; arrogant
Invective
N. Abusive language; abuse
Motley
N. A jester’s costume; a jester
Munificent
Adj. Extremely generous; lavish
Procrastinate
V. To delay; to put off until later
Provocative
Adj. Irritating, annoying; stimulating; arousing
Recondite
Adj. Exceeding ordinary knowledge and understanding
Reprobate
Adj. Wicked; corrupt or unpredictable scoundrel like
Sedentary
Adj. Characterized by or calling for continuous sitting; remaking in one place; seated; stationary