LP unit 5 vocab Flashcards
Trifle
Slightly or somewhat; used to describe something as being small, insignificant, or of little importance.
Gruesome
Causing horror or disgust; repellent.
Facade
A deceptive outward appearance or front.
Putrid
Decaying or rotting; producing a disgusting smell
Relinquish
To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up.
Impish
Mischievous or playful, often in a slightly annoying way.
Dastardly
Wicked and cruel; characterized by treachery or cowardice.
Inscrutable
Impossible to understand or interpret; mysterious.
Wheedle
To persuade or influence someone through flattery or deceit.
Prattle
To talk in a foolish or inconsequential way; meaningless chatter.
Contempt
A feeling of disdain or lack of respect for someone or something.
Shrewd
Having sharp judgment and keen intelligence; astute.
Unattainable
Impossible to achieve or reach.
Demeaning
Causing someone to lose their dignity or respect.
Suppress
To put an end to something by force or control; to restrain.
Obsequious
Excessively obedient or eager to please, often in a servant-like manner.
Derisive
Expressing ridicule or mockery
Pompous
Having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; overly grand
Regally
In a manner that is fit for royalty; with great dignity
Fanatic
A person with extreme enthusiasm or devotion to a cause
Bristled
Stiffened or reacted angrily or defensively
Pretense
A false appearance or claim meant to deceive
Correspondent
A person who writes reports, typically for a newspaper or news organization
Somber
Dark or gloomy in mood, tone, or color