English vocabulary quiz 1

palpable

A feeling that is so intense that it can be felt

chastise

to scold someone

petuantly

To say or do something rudely

Prodded

Poked or encouraged

Infringed

Goes against; limited someone else

meticulously

shows great attention to detail

aptitude

natural ability

wielded

have and use like a weapon

benign

kind and gentle

Jaunty

cheery and joyful

Stealthily (adverb)

Cautiously

Requisitioned

Order for supplies

integral

essential

Torrent

Sudden

Admonition

warning against

Wryly (adverb)

Clever

Assimilated

Absorb

Assuage

ease

Pervaded

Filled every part of

Ruefully

regretfully

languid

Peaceful and relaxed

Augmented

increased

Taut

pulled tight

Vigilant

on the alert; watchful

lethargy

lack of energy; sluggishness