King Lear Vocab (4)

Unkempt

Messy, untidy, or poorly cared for in appearance

Stalwart

Loyal, dependable, and strong, especially during difficult situations

Prudent

Careful and sensible, especially when making decisions or avoiding risks

Philandering

Repeatedly being unfaithful or having romantic relationships with multiple people

Depraved

Having very bad (extreme kinda) morals or behaving in a way that is morally corrupt

Base

Lacking good morals, honor, or decent qualities; dishonorable (just low, not extreme)

Pious

Strongly religious and showing great devotion to religious beliefs or practices

Irreverent

Showing little or no respect for something that is considered important, sacred, or serious

Churlish

Rude, unfriendly, or bad-tempered, especially toward other people

Affable

Friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to or get along with

Ribald

Making jokes or comments that are humorous but also rude or inappropriate

Austere

Very plain, simple, or strict, often without comfort, decoration, or luxury

Taciturn

Naturally quiet and unwilling to talk much about yourself or your thoughts

Obsequious

Overly eager to please or obey someone, especially someone who has more power or authority

Garrulous

Extremely talkative, especially about unimportant or unnecessary things