Chapter 1-6 Vocab Quiz (TFA)

Harmattan

A hot, dry wind that blows from the northeast or east in the western sahara

Plaintive

(adj.) Expressive of sorrow or woe, melancholy

Idemili title

The god associated with the sacred python; it also refers to one of the titles a man may have

Imperious

(adj.) Overbearing, arrogant; seeking to dominate; pressing, compeling

Emissary

One sent on a special mission to represent others

Capricious

Impulsive and unpredictable

Incipient

Beginning to come into being or to become apparent

Tendrils

A threadlike, clinging part of a climbing vine

Torrents

A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid

Brusqueness

An abrupt discourteous manner

Plait

Braid

Repentant

Feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds

Valediction

A bidding farewell; a leave-taking; a farewell speech

Dynamism

The quality of being characterized by vigorous activity and progress

Arduous

hard to do, requiring much effort

Poignant

Envoking a keen sense of sadness or regret

Prowess

(n,) distinguished bravery; superior skill or ability

Taut

(adj.) tightly drawn, tense; neat in good order