The Rover Boys in Southern Waters Flashcards
anxiety
state of being uneasy or worried
abundant
plentiful; more than sufficient
brim
the rim or uppermost edge of a hollow container
capacity
the position in which one functions; role
charitable
kind and generous to those in need
chastisement
punishment usually by beating, on order to correct a fault
cloak
a loose outer garment
conceal
to keep from being seen, found, or observed
courage
the quality of bravely facing difficult or painful circumstances instead of withdrawing
coward
a person who is excessively frightened
descent
sudden raid; passage or stairway downward
devour
eat up voraciously; consume; destroy
dregs
the sediment in a liquid
perceive
to become aware of directly through any of the e=sensed, especially sight or hearing
plod
to move or walk heavily or laboriously