Vocab 1 Flashcards
Without interruption; constantly
Incessantly (adverb)
Without consolation or comfort; unhappy
Disconsolate (adjective)
A very poor person
Pauper (noun)
A state in which things that are essential for human well being such as food and warmth are scarce or lacking (lack of food,a bed…)
Privations (noun)
(Of price or amount charged) unreasonably high
Exorbitant (adjective)
Filled with horror or shock
Aghast (adjective)
Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise
Adulation (noun)
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring
Prospects (noun)
Not in straight or level position (crooked)
Askew (adjective)
About to happen
Imminent (adjective)
The inability to be wrong
Infallibility (noun)
Persistent
Doggedness (noun)
Say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity
Reiterated (verb)
Something that is barely hanging on and that is likely to collapse or come crashing down
Precariously (adverb)
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations
Nostalgia (noun)
Keenly distressing to the feelings
Poignantly (adverb)
Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act
Retribution (noun)
Frighten or overawe (someone), especially in order to make them do what one wants
Intimidated (verb)
The quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness; ebullience
Exuberance (noun)
The state of feeling remorseful and penitent
Contrition(noun)
A bold manner or a show of boldness intended to impress or intimidate (false show of courage)
Bravado (noun)
Through or within a vein
Intravenously (adverb)
Perceive or recognize something. Distinguish with difficulty by sight or with other senses
Discern (verb)
Weighing heavily on the mind or spirit; causing depression or discomfort
Oppressive (adjective)
Carefree and not serious
Frivolous (adjective)
