Vocabulary Flashcards
1
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Whim
A
Another word to say ‘choice’, usually used in an informal context.
eg. It was on her whim.
2
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Frivolous
A
Not having any serious purpose or intention - someone who’s carefree and superficial.
eg. He’d been one of those frivolous people.
3
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Glum
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A feeling of depression or sadness.
eg. He was rather glum.
4
Q
Assent
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To an expression giving approval.
eg. So I assented to her whim.
5
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Chortled
A
To laugh noisily.
eg. She chortled at my pun.
6
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Futility
A
The uselessness of something.
eg. The futility of our conversation.
7
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Amble
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To walk or move slow, relaxed pace.
eg. They ambled down the street.
8
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Stifle
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To make someone or oneself unable to breathe properly.
eg. She almost stiffled…
