Vocab list 3 & 4

Apathetic

Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

(adj.) “The apathetic man ignored the slim dog that was begging for his food.”

Berate

To scold or condemn. (v.) “She was berated by her parents after they found out she snuck out late at night.”

Cordial

showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval. (adj.) “The grandmother gave her grandson a cordial hug, making the boy feel comforted and loved.”

Detrimental

And undesirable or harmful person or thing. (adj.) “After gambling for eight hours, the amount of debt he collected was detrimental.”

Devious

Willing to lie or trick people in order to get what is wanted. (adj.) “The devious politician tricked their citizens into believing the lie that he would lower prices.”

Listless

Characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit. (adj.) “The cat was listless towards the toy, paying it no attention.”

Malicious

Having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone. (adj.) “The rumors about her had malicious intent, causing the whole school to hate her.”

Precarious

Dependent on chance, circumstances, and unknown conditions. (adj.) “The precarious man did not have a plan for his future, he thought he would just go where the wind would take him.”

Relegated

To be exiled. (v.) “the king was relegated to prince.”

Stagnant

(adj.) to stay still or not advance. “The river water was stagnant from the cold.”