westing game unit 5 gd Flashcards
Derisive
Expressing ridicule or mockery
Pomporous
Having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; overly grand
Regally
In a manner that is fit for royalty; with great dignity
Somber
Dark or gloomy in mood, tone, or color
Fanatic
A person with extreme enthusiasm or devotion to a cause
Bristled
Stiffened or reacted angrily or defensively
Pretense
A false appearance or claim meant to deceive
Correspondent
A person who writes reports, typically for a newspaper or news organization
Wheedle
A person who writes reports, typically for a newspaper or news organization or deciet
Prattle
To talk in a foolish or
inconsequential way; meaningless chatter
Contempt
A feeling of disdain or
lack of respect for someone or
something
Shrewd
A feeling of disdain or
lack of respect for someone or
something
Unattainable
Impossible to achieve or reach
Demeaning
Causing someone to lose
their dignity or respect
Suppress
To put an end to
something by force or control; to restrain
Obsequious
Excessively obedient or
eager to please, often in a
servant-like manner
Triffle
Slightly or somewhat; used to describe something as being small, insignificant, or of little importance
Gruesome
Causing horror or disgust; repellent
Facade
A deceptive outward appearance or front
Putrid
Decaying or rotting; producing a disgusting smell
Relinquish
To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up
Impish
Mischievous or playful, often in a slightly annoying way
Dastardly
Wicked and cruel; characterized by treachery or cowardice
Inscrutable
Impossible to understand or interpret; mysterious
