vocab 2

Mirth

Gladness and merriment, especially as expressed by laughter.

Precarious

Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

Confound

Cause surprise or confusion in someone, especially by acting against their expectations.

Venerable

Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

Discreet

Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid offending or to gain an advantage.

Audacious

Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.

Furtive

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.

Recompense

Make amends to someone for loss or harm suffered; compensate.

Supercilious

Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.

Dwindle

Diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength.

Indignant

Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Famished

Extremely hungry.

Inconspicuous

Not clearly visible or attracting attention; not conspicuous.

Concealment

The action of hiding something or preventing it from being known.

Sagacious

Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise or shrewd.

Disconcerting

Causing one to feel unsettled.

Voracious

Wanting or devouring great quantities of food.

Inadvertently

Without intention; accidentally.

Perilous

Full of danger or risk.

Entreat

Ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something.