Vocab 2

Question 1

Furtive

Answer 1

attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.

“they spent a furtive day together”

Question 2

Precocious
pruh·kow·shuhs

Answer 2

of a child) having developed certain abilities or inclinations at an earlier age than is usual or expected.

“a precocious, solitary boy”

(of behaviour or ability) having developed at an earlier age than is usual or expected.

“a precocious talent for computing”

(of a plant) flowering or fruiting earlier than usual.

Question 3

Impunity

Answer 3

exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious (causing or likely to cause damage or harm) consequences of an action.

“the impunity enjoyed by military officers implicated in civilian killings”

Question 4

Diabolical

Answer 4

characteristic of the Devil, or so evil as to be suggestive of the Devil.
“his diabolical cunning”

Question 5

Emaciated
uh·may·see·ay·tuhd

Answer 5

abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.

“she was so emaciated she could hardly stand”

Question 6

Enigmatic

Answer 6

difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious.

“he took the money with an enigmatic smile”

Question 7

Ingratiate

Answer 7

bring oneself into favour with someone by flattering or trying to please them.

“a sycophantic attempt to ingratiate herself with the local aristocracy”

Question 8

Brusque

Answer 8

abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.

“she could be brusque and impatient”

Question 9

Convivial

Answer 9

(of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable.

“a convivial cocktail party”

(of a person) cheerful and friendly; jovial.

“she was relaxed and convivial”

Question 10

Innocuous
uh·no·kyoo·uhs

Answer 10

not harmful or offensive.

“it was an innocuous question”