Word List 3

Question 1

Avarice

Answer 1

Insatiable greed for riches

Question 2

Grotesque

Answer 2

Odd of unnatural in shape, appearance, or character

Question 3

Stately

Answer 3

Majestic

Question 4

Irreverent

Answer 4

Deficient in respect

Question 5

Sumptuous

Answer 5

Lavish or splendid; entailing great expense

Question 6

Relentless

Answer 6

Not easing or slacking in severity

Question 7

Languid

Answer 7

Lacking in vigor or vitality

Question 8

Profuse

Answer 8

Extravagant; spending or giving freely

Question 9

Dauntless

Answer 9

Fearless, bold

Question 10

August

Answer 10

Inspiring admiration, venerable

Question 11

Impede

Answer 11

Obstruct or hinder

Question 12

Monotonous

Answer 12

Lacking in variety

Question 13

Brazen

Answer 13

To face boldly; shameless

Question 14

Disconcert

Answer 14

Perturb; to throw in disorder

Question 15

Giddy

Answer 15

Dizzy, lighthearted

Question 16

Sedate

Answer 16

Calm, quiet, or composed

Question 17

Revel

Answer 17

To take great pleasure or delight

Question 18

Wanton

Answer 18

Done maliciously, without regard for what is right

Question 19

Decorum

Answer 19

Orderliness, dignified in behavior, speech, or dress

Question 20

Visage

Answer 20

Countenance or appearance

Question 21

Scrutiny

Answer 21

A close and searching look; minute inquiry

Question 22

Impetuous

Answer 22

Moving with great force, violent

Question 23

Rationale

Answer 23

Reasons to account for something

Question 24

Colossal

Answer 24

Extraordinarily in size

Question 25

Noncommittal

Answer 25

Not obligating oneself to a particular view