Sadlier-Oxford Level F - Unit 6

anomalous

deviating from the general or common order or type

aspersion

a disparaging remark

bizarre

conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual

brusque

rudely abrupt or blunt in speech or manner

cajole

influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

castigate

inflict severe punishment on

contrive

make or work out a plan for; devise

demagogue

a leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions

disabuse

free somebody from an erroneous belief

ennui

the feeling of being bored by something tedious

fetter

a shackle for the ankles or feet

heinous

extremely wicked or deeply criminal

immutable

not subject or susceptible to change or variation

insurgent

in opposition to a civil authority or government

megalomania

a psychological state characterized by delusions of grandeur

sinecure

a job that involves minimal duties

surreptitious

marked by quiet and caution and secrecy

transgress

act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

transmute

change or alter in form, appearance, or nature

vicarious

experienced at secondhand