Vocab words

Question 1

Accosted

Answer 1

To approach and speak to someone, often in an aggressive or bold manner

Question 2

Superfluous

Answer 2

Unnecessary or more than what is needed

Question 3

Satiate

Answer 3

To satisfy completely, especially in terms of hunger or desire

Question 4

Didactic

Answer 4

Intended to teach, often in a moralistic or instructive way

Question 5

Laudable

Answer 5

deserving praise or commendation

Question 6

Flippant

Answer 6

showing a lack of seriousness or respect, often in a humorous or casual way

Question 7

plaintive

Answer 7

expressing sorrow or melancholy

Question 8

rancor

Answer 8

deep-seated bitterness or resentment

Question 9

censure

Answer 9

strong disapproval or formal criticism

Question 10

prerogative

Answer 10

a special right or privilege exclusive to a person or group

Question 11

ameliorate

Answer 11

to improve or make something better

Question 12

indoctrinate

Answer 12

to teach or install a specific set of beliefs, often in a biased or one-sided way

Question 13

dearth

Answer 13

a lack or shortage of something