VoCaB Unit 3 Set One And Two Flashcards
Brood
A family of young animals , especially birds ; any group having the same nature and origin .
Culminate
To reach a high point of development ; to end , climax
Drone
A loafer , idler ; a buzzing or humming sound
Indulge
To give in to a wish or desire ; give oneself up to
Literate
Able to read and write ; showing an excellent educational background .
Luster
The quality of giving off light , brightness , glitter
Oration
A public speech for a formal occasion
Peevish
Cross , complaining , irritable ; contrary
Singe
To burn slightly , a burn at the edges
Upright
Vertical , straight ; good , honest . In a vertical position.
Animated
Full of life , lively , alive
Constituent
An essential part ; a voter who elects a representative
Downright
Thoroughly ; absolute , complete frank , blunt .
Goad
To drive or urge on; something used to drive or urge on.
Hanker
To long for , to desire