list 12 vocab

amorphous

without a clearly defined form or shape

astringent

harshly biting; sharply incisive

austere

severe or strict in manner, appearance, or appearance

censure

express severe disapproval of someone or something

clad

clothed; dressed; covered

debauchery

excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures

despondent

in low spirits from loss of hope or courage

effervescent

vivacious and enthusiastic

equivocal

open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous

illicit

forbidden by law, rules, or custom

modicum

a small quantity of something considered desirable or valuable

perusal

the action of reading or examining something

querulous

complaining in a whining manner

retrograde

moving backwards; retreating

ribald

vulgar or indecent in speech