Trimester 2 Voc.Words Flashcards
Philippic
a bitter attack especially a verbal one. Noun
Divert
Draw attention of someone in a tedious way or serious concern. Verb
Invective
abusive, insulting, highly critical language. Noun
Acclaim
praise enthusiastically and publicly. Verb
Culpable
deserving blame. Adjective
Circumplex
features that are made with one’s face. Noun
Serene
calm, peaceful and untroubled: tranquil. Adjective
Startle
to be in shock. Verb
Guile
deceitful. Adjective
Atonish
To strike with sudden and usually great wonder or surprise. Adjective
Tranquil
Free from disturbance or turmoil.Adjective
Hieroglyphic
a picture or symbol representing a word, syllable, or sound used by ancient egyptians. Noun
Betime
early or early enough; promptly.Adverb
Ruckus
a disturbance or commotion. Noun
Raucous
making, constituting a disturbingly harsh or loud noise. Adjective
Rampant
especially of something unwelcome or unpleasant, flourishing or spread, unchecked. Adjective
Raise
Lift or move to higher position or level. Verb
Rhetoric
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing. Noun
extrovert
a outgoing, overtly expressive person. Noun
Introvert
A shy, reticent person. Noun
Gregarious
fond of company; sociable. Adjective
Reserved
Slow to emotions or opinions. Adjective
Inhibited
Unable to act in a way relaxed and natural way because of self consciousness or mental restraint. Adjective
Embolden
Give someone the courage or confidence to do something or to behave in a certain way. Verb
