English vocab

Proffer

to offer something for acceptance or consideration.

Efflorescence

the process of developing and bursting into flowers or a flowering period.

Loll

to lean or hang in a relaxed or lazy manner, often resulting in a comfortable position.

Swathe

to wrap or bind with fabric or material, often used in reference to covering or enclosing something.

Effulgence

the state of shining brightly or radiating light; brilliance.

Dubious

hesitating or doubting; not to be relied upon.

Belligerence

the quality of being aggressive or warlike, often resulting in conflict or hostility.

Vagrant

a person without a settled home or regular work, typically wandering from place to place.

Reverence

deep respect or admiration for someone or something.

Subdued

quiet and rather reflective or depressed.

Brandish

wave or flourish (something, especially a weapon) as a threat or in anger or excitement.

Crestfallen

sad and disappointed.

Rebuke

express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.

Illusive

deceptive; illusory.

Intersperse

scatter among or between other things; place here and there.

Somber

dark or dull in color or tone; gloomy.

Myopia

a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close objects are seen clearly

Cessation

the fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.

Ensconce

establish or settle (someone) in a comfortable, safe, or secret place.

Crepitation

a crackling or rattling sound.

Mutiny

an open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.

Partisan

a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person.

Pernicious

in a gradual or subtle way.

Augment

make (something) greater by adding to it; increase.

Heretic

a person believing in or practicing religious heresy.

Jest

a thing said or done for amusement; a joke.

Discourse

written or spoken communication or debate.

Enmity

the state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.

Conceive

become pregnant with (a child).

Consort

a companion, spouse, or partner, especially the husband or wife of a reigning monarch

Lamentation

the passionate expression of grief or sorrow; weeping.

Fickle

changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection.

Abhor

regard with disgust and hatred.

Dirge

a lament for the dead, especially one forming part of a funeral rite.

Slander

the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.

Prorogue

discontinue a session of (a parliament or other legislative assembly) without dissolving it.

Redeem

compensate for the faults or bad aspects of (something).

Solace

comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.

Apothecary

a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs.