UNIT 6 Vocab

Question 1

Indisposed

Answer 1

Adj
Slightly ill

Question 2

Stark

Answer 2

Adj
Grim and barren

Question 3

Commandeer

Answer 3

Verb
To seize property for official use

Question 4

Sally

Answer 4

Noun
To rush forward, usually from a defensive position

Question 5

Cadence

Answer 5

Noun
A rhythmic flow of an activity, especially marching or dancing

Question 6

Nepotism

Answer 6

Noun
Favoritism shown to family or friends by those in power, especially in business or hiring practices

Question 7

Begrudge

Answer 7

Verb
To envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of

Question 8

mandarin

Answer 8

Noun
An influential person; a member of an elite group

Question 9

Glutinous

Answer 9

Adj
Like glue textured; sticky

Question 10

Enmity

Answer 10

Noun
Deep-seated hostility, often mutual
Not liking one another

Question 11

Declaim

Answer 11

Verb
To speak in a dramatic, impassioned, or blustering manner

Question 12

imbue

Answer 12

Verb
To inspire or permeate with (a feeling or quality)

Question 13

Gaffe

Answer 13

Noun
An embarrassing public mistake or remark

Question 14

Quaff

Answer 14

Verb
To drink in large quantities; to gulp

Question 15

Bibliophile

Answer 15

Noun
A person who collects or has a great love of books