Vocab, Lesson 3

Question 1

lilting

Answer 1

characterized by a rhythmical swing or cadence; cheerful, buoyant

Question 2

aloof

Answer 2

removed or distant either physically or emotionally

Question 3

surfeited

Answer 3

having an overabundant supply, an excess

Question 4

meticulous

Answer 4

marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details

Question 5

effigy

Answer 5

an image or representation especially of a person

Question 6

menagerie

Answer 6

a strange of diverse collection of people or things

Question 7

placidly

Answer 7

in a serene manner, free of interruption or disturbance

Question 8

nettle

Answer 8

to arouse, to sharp but transitory annoyance or anger

Question 9

incessant

Answer 9

continuing or following without interruption

Question 10

discordant

Answer 10

1) harsh and jarring because of a lack of harmony 2) disagreeing or incongruous

Question 11

retch

Answer 11

to vomit

Question 12

sheath

Answer 12

to case or cover with something that protects

Question 13

avert

Answer 13

to turn away or aside (the eyes, one’s gaze, etc.) in avoidance; to avoid

Question 14

omniscent

Answer 14

having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight

Question 15

impede

Answer 15

to interfere with or slow the progress of