vocab 3 sophomore

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supercilious

Arrogant, disdainful, acting superior. (adjective)

incredulous

Unwilling or unable to believe something; skeptical. (Adjective)

Languid

Lacking spirit or energy; slow and relaxed. (Adjective)

feign

To pretend or make believe, often to deceive. (Verb)

Peremptory

Putting an end to debate; commanding. (adjective)

Intimation

A subtle hint or suggestion. (noun)

Deft

Skillful and quick in movement. (adjective)

Complacent

 Self-satisfied, often without realizing danger. (adjective)

Extemporize

To speak or perform without preparation. (verb)

Conscientious

 Meticulous, careful, thorough. (adjective)

Reciprocal

Mutual, corresponding. (adjective)

Wan

Pale or sickly in color. (adjective)

Strident

Unpleasantly loud or harsh. (Adjective)

Privy

Informed about something secret. (adjective)

Colossal

Enormous; astonishingly large; resembling a colossus. (adjective)