Vocabulary Words December 1 Flashcards
worship of idols, extreme admiration, love, or reverence for something or someone.
idolatry
unnaturally yellow in complexion; affected by bitterness, resentment, or envy
jaundiced
a dishonest or unscrupulous man
knave
praise (a person or their achievements) highly, especially in a public context
laud
drink (alcohol), absorb or assimilate (ideas or knowledge)
imbibe
a short excursion or journey for pleasure
jaunt
(of a person, speech, or style of writing) using very few words
laconic
a medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
madrigal
not; opposite of
im-
of or pertaining to
-ic
a person’s ability to cope well with difficulties or to face a demanding situation in a spirited or resilient way
mettle
lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics
nondescript
assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, especially with regard to petty or trivial matters; intrusively enthusiastic in offering help or advice interfering
officious
quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of; bring peace to, especially by the use or threatened use of military force
pacify
the small, precise, or trivial details of something
minutia
