Untitled Flashcard Set

wan

Pale or sickly in appearance.

languish

To become weak, lose vitality, or suffer neglect.

descry

To catch sight of, to perceive.

deem

To consider or judge in a particular way.

scorn

Contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt.

nativity

The birth of a person, especially of Christ.

transfix

To make motionless with amazement, awe, or fear.

delve

To dig deeply into a subject or physically into something.

scythe

A tool with a curved blade for cutting grass or crops; to cut with a scythe.

pander

To gratify or indulge someone’s desires, often unethically.

querulous

Complaining in a petulant or whining manner.

propinquity

Nearness in place, time, or relationship.

didactic

Intended to instruct or teach; often morally instructive.

opulence

Great wealth or luxuriousness.

Mecca / mecca

A place regarded as a center for a particular activity.

malediction

A curse or slander.

upbraid

To scold or reproach severely.

abate

To lessen, reduce, or diminish.

gall

Bold, impudent behavior; bitterness; to irritate or vex.

sovereign

A supreme ruler; having supreme power.

dotard

An old person, especially one who has become weak or senile.

breach

A gap, violation, or break; to break through.

wont

A habit or custom; accustomed; to be accustomed to.

couture

Fashion design and creation of custom, high-end clothing.

renege

To go back on a promise or agreement.

naught

Nothing; worthless; zero.

antipathy

A strong feeling of dislike.

fickle

Changeable in loyalty, interest, or affection.

coy

Shy, modest, or pretending to be reserved in a playful manner.

baseness

Lack of moral principles; lowness of character.

ruffian

A violent or lawless person.

malice

Desire to cause harm or suffering.

depravity

Moral corruption or wickedness.

credulous

Too ready to believe; gullible.

impetuous

Acting quickly without thought; impulsive.

servile

Overly submissive or eager to serve.