Return Of The Native 3/4 Flashcards
Anachronism
noun something that is out place for setting or time
Surmise
verb hypothesis, to figure out
Effeminate
having feminine qualities, using to describe a male
Bucolic
adj referring to the good aspects of the countryside
Uncouth
adj lacking refinement and good manners
Grapple
verb to struggle with
Languor
noun weariness and sleep fullness
Sequester
verb to separate or enclose
Fervid
adj overly passionate
Flippant
adj disrespectful
Monotonous
adj unvarying/dull
Blithe
adj ignorantly happy
Laconic
adj having brevity in speech
Deprecate
verb find fault with
Prodigal
adj one who does not spend wisely
Precipice
noun on the verge
Cogent
adj logical
Equanimity
noun peacefulness
Torrid
adj very hot or dry, inclement in weather
Tepid
adj slightly warm, not full of excitement
Invidious
adj something negative unfairly discriminating, and likely to arouse in resentment
Prattle
verb talk a lot/babble/ constant chatter
Mettle
noun courage
Imbibed
drink in (metaphor)
Sanguine
adj color of blood