Sixth 20 Flashcards
Tenebrous
Dark and gloomy
Imprudent
Rash (too hasty in acting or speaking; reckless)
Petulant
Impatient or irritable, esp. over a petty annoyance
Farce
A light dramatic work in which highly improbable plot situations, exaggerated characters, and often slapstick elements are used for humorous effect.
Winsome
Charming, often in a childlike or naive way.
Comportment
bearing; demeanor; behavior.
Assiduous
hard-working; persevering (exp. an assiduous researcher)
Constant in application or attention; diligent:
Surreptitious
Obtained, done, or made by clandestine or stealthy means.
Inscrutable
Difficult to fathom or understand; impenetrable. mysterious.
Adulation
Excessive flattery or admiration.
Aplomb
Self-confident assurance; poise. confidence.
Germane
Truly relevant; pertinent
Immolate
- To kill as a sacrifice.
- To kill (oneself) by fire.
- To destroy.
Snafu
A confused or chaotic state; mess
Perspicacity
Acuteness of perception, discernment, or understanding.