Odyssey Vocab #1 (word -> definition) Flashcards
baleful
adj., menacing; threatening; evil
beguiling
adj., deceptively friendly or charming; enticing
insolence
n., disrespect; esp. with regard to authority
reproof
n., expression of disapproval; scolding
indignation
n., anger at perceived unfairness or injustice
robust
adj., strong; healthy; energetic
insidious
adj., harmful, evil, but in a stealthy way
luminous
adj., full of light
felicity
n., happiness
promontory
n. point of highland, headland
pensive
adj., thoughtful
ballasted
adj., weighted down, secured
derelict
adj., abandoned, in poor condition
limpid
adj., clear
supplication
n., act of begging or pleading
expedient
adj., convenient or quick
abashed
adj., embarassed
languishes
v., lazing about; losing strength
specter
n., ghostly image
blithely
adj., cheerfully indifferent