Sadlier C unit 15

abyss (n)

a deep bottomless pit

befall (v)

to happen, occur, to happen to

crucial (adj.)

of supreme importance, decisive, critical

dregs (n)

the last remaining part; the part of least worth

embody (v)

to give form to; to incorporate, include, to personify

exasperate (v)

to irritate, annoy, or anger

fiasco (n)

the complete collapse or failure of a project

garnish (v)

to adorn or decorate, especially food

garnish (n)

an ornament or decoration, especially for food

heritage (n)

an inheritance; a birthright

inert (adj.)

lifeless, unable to move or act

mercenary (adj.)

acting or working for self-gain only

mercenary (n)

a hired soldier

negligent (adj.)

marked by carelessness or indifference; failing to do what should be done

oblivion (n)

forgetfulness, disregard; a state of being forgotten

opus (n)

an impressive piece of work, especially a musical composition