The Awakening Flashcards
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
Adj
Impetuous
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care
Adj
Imperious
Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering
Adj
Plaintive
Sounding sad and mournful
Adj
Demure
- (Of a woman or her behavior) reserved, modest, and shy
- (Of clothing) lending a modest appearance
Adj
Listless
(Of a person or their manner) lacking energy or enthusiasm
Adj
Supercilious
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others
Adj
Sardonic
Grimly mocking of cynical
Adj
Diminutive
Extremely or unusually small
Adj
Alacrity
Brisk and cheerful readiness
Noun
Temerity
Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity
Noun
Assail
To make a concerted or violent attack on
Verb
Repose
To be lying, situated, or kept in a particular place
Verb
Myriad
A countless or extremely great number
Noun
Volition
The faculty of power of using one’s will
Noun