Vocabulary Flashcards
Vivacious
Attractively lively and animated
Illicit
Forbidden by law, rules, or custom
Vicariously
In a way that is experienced in the imagination through the actions of another person
Restrained
Kept under control; prevented from freedom of movement or action
Matronly
Conservatively dressed older women
Pallid
Pale, typically because of poor health
Reticent
Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily
Spawned
release or deposit eggs or to generate
Undulating
Having a smoothly rising and falling form or outline
Anguish
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering
Didactic
In the manner of a teacher, particularly so as to treat someone in a patronizing way.
Vehement
Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense
Incredulous
Unwilling or unable to believe something
Impetuous
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care
Nonchalant
Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm
Disparaging
Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory
Contemptuous
The feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
Facetious
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor
Ardent
Enthusiastic or passionate
Insolent
showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect
Reverent
Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect
Altruistic
Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish
Emulate
Match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation
Flippant
Not showing a serious or respectful attitude
