LOTF vocab. #1 Flashcards
Oppressive
- burdensome, unjustly harsh, or tyrannical
- causing discomfort by being excessive or intense
Symbolism
the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
Clambering
climb, move, or get in or out of something in an awkward and laborious way, typically using both hands and feet
Proffer
hold out (something) to someone for acceptance; offer
Inscrutable
impossible to understand or interpret
Effulgence
the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light
Enmity
the state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something; hatred
Taboo
prohibited or excluded from use or practice; improper or unacceptable
Tirade
a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
Blatant
(of bad behavior) completely lacking in subtlety; very obvious
Hiatus
a pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process
Decorous
in keeping with good taste and propriety; polite and restrained; dignity and good manners
Malevolently
in a way that causes or wants to cause harm or evil
Jeer
make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice
Impervious
- not allowing fluid to pass through
- unable to be affected by
Furtive
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive
Indignation
anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment
Ludicrous
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing; ridiculous
Bastion
a wall of a stronghold or fortification that extends outwards
Ineffectual
not producing any or the desired effect
