Set 7 Words

Question 1

Define ‘decry’ (v.)

Answer 1

Publicly denounce

Question 2

Define ‘demure’ (adj.)

Answer 2

1. (Of a woman or her behavior) Reserved, modest, and shy

2. (Of clothing) leading a modest appearance

Question 3

Define ‘deride’ (v.)

Answer 3

Express contempt for; ridicule

Question 4

Define ‘despot’ (n.)

Answer 4

A ruler or other person who holds absolute power, typically one who exercises it in a cruel or oppressive way

Question 5

Define ‘feral’ (adj.)

Answer 5

1. (Especially of an animal) In a wild state, especially after escape from captivity or domestication
2. Resembling a wild animal

Question 6

Define ‘promiscuous’ (adj.)

Answer 6

Having or characterized by many transient sexual relationships

Question 7

Define ‘transient’ (n./adj.)

Answer 7

(n. ) A person who is staying or working in a place for only a short time
(adj. ) Lasting only for a short time; impermanent

Question 8

Define ‘disconcert’ (v.)

Answer 8

Disturb the composure of; unsettle

Question 9

Define ‘curmudgeon’ (n.)

Answer 9

A bad-tempered or surly person

Question 10

Define ‘lackadaisical’ (adj.)

Answer 10

Lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy