ERWC Vocabulary #5&6

bombastic

Pompous or overblown in language; full of high-sounding words intended to conceal a lack of ideas

callow

Without experience; immature, not fully developed; lacking sophistication and poise

epitome

A summary, condensed account; an instance that represents a larger reality

exhort

To urge strongly, advise earnestly

infringe

To violate, trespass, go beyond recognized bounds

ingratiate

To make oneself agreeable and thus gain favor or acceptance by others

interloper

One who moves in where they are not wanted or has no right to be, an intruder

intrinsic

Belonging to someone or something by its very nature, essential, inherent

lassitude

Weariness of body or mind, lack of energy

permeate

To spread through, penetrate, soak through