The Metamorphosis Words practice

Subordinates

Placed in a lower class, rank or position; submissive or inferior to authority.

Whims

Fanciful impulse.

Lout

Troublemaker, often a violent or rude person; or an awkward person.

Workshy

Not inclined to work; lazy.

Arduous

Needing or using much energy, testing endurance.

Concede

To yield, surrender, give away.

Gilded

(As of a frame) having the colour or quality of gold.

Textile

Cloth, made from fabric.

Boa

(of fur) a scarf made from feathers.

Strenuous

Urgent, ardent, requiring great exertion.

Plaintively

In a sorrowful manner.

Nightmarish

As or resembling a nightmare.

Draught

(of air) a current of air.

Fretsaw

Hand tool; a type of saw used for making curved cuts.

Vermin

Various types of small insects or animals which cause harm and annoyance.

Enunciating

To announce, proclaim, or make sounds clearly.

Facade

Face of a building; or, a deceptive outward appearance.

Intercede

To please on someone’s behalf; act as a mediator in a fight or argument.

Austere

Grim or severe manner/appearance; not extravagant; lacking decoration.

Muff

A piece of fur or cloth with open ends to keep hands warm.