Copy of Per. 1 Vocab. Week 2

amok

in a wild, overwhelmed way

besotted

overly in love to the point of foolishness

brickbat

harsh criticism or a rude name

centigrade

former word to celcius

desolation

the state of emptiness or complete lonliness

festooned

decorated with ribbons, garlands, or other ornamental items

fiscus

speices of trees, shrubs, and vines

kvetch

complain often

mutinous

refusal to obey or showing rebellion

paraphernalia

personal belongings associated with specific activities

poignancy

deep emotional impact often involving sadness or a strong feeling

shrapnel

metal fragments or shards scattered by a bomb or mine

sublimity

quality of something being extremely good or pleasent

supplication

humble earnest prayer

virulent

highly toxic or dangerous