Vocabulary HW#9 Flashcards
Adulate
Praise someone excessively or obsequiously; fawning
Abhor
Regard with disgust and hatred; detest; hate; loathe
Amass
Gather; collect; assemble
Ambulatory
Able to walk; mobile; movable;
A place for walking
Apprehension
Anxiety; worry; unease;
Understanding;
The action of arresting someone
Cajole
Persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery; wheedle; sweet-talk
Coherent
Logical; consistent; reasonable; cogent
Convivial
Friendly; lively; affable; enjoyable
Debilitate
Make weak or infirm; hinder delay or weaken
Immaculate
Clean; spotless;
Perfect; impeccable
Impotent
Helpless; powerless; ineffective
Inert
Lacking the ability or strength to move; motionless; immobile
Jocular
Humorous or playful; funny; witty
Juxtapose
Place or deal with close together for contrasting effect
Levity
Humor; frivolity (lightheartedness) lack of seriousness; gaiety;