Vocabulary 7

Discordant

adj.

disagreeing

We played out of tune, creating a discordant sound that filled the room.

Obscure

1) v.

keep from being seen; conceal

2) adj.

hard to see or recognize

The fog obscured my vision of the sign in front of the building, and I couldn’t see what it said.

Subdued

adj.

quiet and rather reflective or depressed

I was subdued after the funeral, reflecting on the life lost.

Censure

n.

harsh criticism or disapproval

The criminal avoided censure, not having to serve any time in jail or prison.

Raucous

adj.

disagreeably harsh-sounding; disorderly

The raucous kindergartners splashed around in the pool, making such ridiculous noises that I didn’t event want to stay in the water anymore.