Unit 1-7 vocab H hum

Genesis

An origin, creation, or beginning (Noun)

extraneous

Not relevant or not essential (Adjective)

Extrapolate

to guess or estimate ( Verb)

Commensurate

Equal in measure, time, or proportion (Adjective)

Plethora

An overabundance or too many (noun)

Augment

Make larger; increase (Verb)

Diction

The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing (noun)

Assuage

Soothe or console (Verb)

Quandary

Predicament, dilemma, or state of uncertainty (Noun)

Infrastructure

The basic framework of a structure or organization (Noun)

Fathom

Penetrate the truth of, comprehend, understand (Verb)

Hierarchy

The rankings of order within a group from top to bottom (Noun)

Recalcitrant

Resistance and defiance of authority or guidance (Adjective)

Mundane

Lacking interest or excitement; earthly (Adjective)

Decorum

Proper behavior and/or good taste (Noun)

Prodigious

Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree (Adj)

Capricious

Impulsive or unpredictable (Adj)

Scrutinize

Examine or observe with great care (verb)

Coerce

Compel or force (Verb)

Insatiable

Incapable of being satisfied (Adj)

Solace

Comfort in times of grief or stress (Noun)

Relegate

Assign an obscure/lower place, position, or category (Verv)

Teem

to swarm; be prolific, or fertile (Verb)

Incursion

A raid or hostile entrance (Noun)

Itinerant

Passing or traveling from place to place; wandering

Stalwart

Strong, sturdy and robust; firm and steadfast (Adj)

Penchant

Strong liking or inclination (Noun)

Hiatus

A break or interruption in work or an action (Noun)

Blithe

Without thought; carefree, glad, cheerful

Infallible

Absolutely trustworthy or sure; certain (Adj)

Festoon

Decorate with hanging strands of material (Verb)

Synopsis

a brief statement giving a general view of some subject (Noun)

Envoy

A representative or messenger (as of Gov.) ( Noun)

Niche

A job or activity that is just right for a particular person (Noun)

Tantalize

Torment or tease with things out of reach (Verb)

crass

Lacking refinement, delicacy, or sensitivity (Adj)

Cogent

Logical, convincing, or believable; relevant (Adj)

Impalpable

Unable to be touched physically; difficult to hold onto mentally (Adj)

Gregarious

Seeking and enjoying the company of others, sociable (Adj)

Officious

Aggressive in offering ones help without asking; meddlesome (Adj)

Leviathan

Enormous sea monster or anything huge/powerful (Noun)

Myriad

Countless or extremely great in number (Noun or Adj)

Derisive

Expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking (Adj)

Tenacious

Not easily letting go or giving up (Adj)

Bastion

A stronghold; fortified area or position (Noun)

Talisman

An object thought to have magical powers or bring some luck (Noun)

Effigy

An image or model of a person (sometimes disliked) Noun

Exult

Showing joy or rejoicing, especially after seccuess

Exonerate

To clear (from accusation) free of guilt

truculent

quick or eager to argue or fight

Endemic

Natural to or a characteristic of a specific person or place

perfunctory

Performing a routine task, lacking interest or care

acquise

Submit/ comply silently or without protest

precipitous

Extremely/impressively steep or done suddenly without careful consideration

inscrutable

not easily understood; mysterious

magnanimous

Generous or forgiving especially towards a rival or someone of lesser power

Tacit

Carried out or expressed without words; silent

Audacitty

Bold or daring (involving risk)

Contrite

Guilt or remorse for ones sins or behavior

forlorn

Sad, lonely, unhappy, or miserable

Inarticulate

Lacking the ability to express oneself clearly

Implacable

Unbending, inflexible, unable to be pacified

Bamboozle

Decieve or get the better of someone by trickery