H English - OMM List 2

Quiz 11/2

impress

influence in opinion

entrance

to fill with delight or wonder; to put into a trance

subside

to sink down to a lower level

bemuse

to bewilder or confuse (someone)

maul

to injure by a rough beating

meager

having little flesh, thin; too small amount

liniment

a liquid that is rubbed on skin to relieve pain or irritation

disarm

to charm, soften, or win someone over, reducing their suspicion or hostility; to deprive of a weapon.

persuade

to sway someone’s opinion

sullen

gloomy or dismal

indignant

expressing displeasure at something offensive

appraise

to estimate the nature, quality, or importance of something

console

to give comfort

confide

to discuss a private matter or problem with someone you trust

writhe

to twist the body around

bewilder

to confuse or puzzle

snivel

to weep or cry while sniffling

sulk

to remain silent and angry

retort

to make a quick, witty reply

belligerent

hostile, aggressive

monotonous

to speak in one tone of voice