Vocabulary - Lesson 1 Dictionary Definitions

pensive

-Synonyms: deep-thinking, brooding, reflective, contemplate -Definition: thoughtful, often in a melancholy way

diligently

-Synonyms: industriously, busily, carefully -Definition: diligently, painstakingly

parry

-Synonyms: avoid, escape, evade -Definition: to deflect or ward off

gallant

-Synonyms: courageous, chivalrous, daring -Definition: courteously and elaborately attentive, showy in dress or bearing

nullify

-Synonyms: counteract, neutralize, invalidate -Definition: to reduce to nothing

respite

-Synonyms: relief, break, time off, time away -Definition: period of temporary delay

lurid

-Synonyms: shocking, sensational, gruesome -Definition: causing horror

adversary

-Synonyms: opposing side, other side, foe, rival -Definition: adversary, opponent

burgeoning

-Synonyms: sprouting, blooming, flourishing -Definition: growing rapidly

furtive

-Synonyms: secret, sneaky, underhanded -Definition: done by stealth