LotF Vocab 1-3 Flashcards
Decorous
in keeping with good taste and propriety; polite and restrained.
Fulcrum
the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots.
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.
Gesticulated
use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one’s words.
Clamored
(of a group of people) shout loudly and insistently.
Assented
express approval or agreement, typically officially
Tumult
a loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.
Tirade
a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.
Festooned
adorn (a place) with ribbons, garlands, or other decorations.
Oppressive
unjustly inflicting hardship and constraint, especially on a minority or other subordinate group.
Inscrutable
impossible to understand or interpret.
Antagonism
active hostility or opposition.
Tacit
understood or implied without being stated.
Proffer
hold out (something) to someone for acceptance; offer.
