Unit 9 Laffey Vocab

Acclamation (noun) - a loud and enthusiastic approval or praise, often expressed by a crowd

Bucolic (adjective) - relating to the idyllic aspects of the countryside and country life

Calumniate (verb) - to make false and malicious statements about someone in order to damage their reputation

Chary (adjective) - cautiously or suspiciously reluctant; wary

Collusion (noun) - secret cooperation for a deceitful or fraudulent purpose

Dilettante (noun) - a person who engages in an art or field superficially, without deep commitment

Imperturbable (adjective) - remaining calm and composed, not easily disturbed or agitated

Increment (noun) - an increase or addition, especially one occurring in small discrete amounts

Mandate (noun) - an official order or commission to do something

Paltry (adjective) - insignificant in amount or quality; meager

Paroxysm (noun) - a sudden and violent outburst of emotion or activity

Pedantry (noun) - an excessive concern with minor details or rules, often to the point of being nitpicky

Peregrination (noun) - a long or meandering journey, especially one taken for exploration

Profane (adjective) - showing disrespect or irreverence toward what is sacred or held in high esteem

Proffer (verb) - to offer or present something for acceptance or consideration

Redolent (adjective) - strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something; having a fragrant odor

Refugent (noun) - one who seeks refuge or takes shelter, especially in times of peril

Shibboleth (noun) - a word or custom that distinguishes one group of people from another, often used as a test of belonging

Tyro (noun) - a beginner or novice in any field or activity

Unremitting (adjective) - never ceasing; persistent or incessant

Vacillate (verb) - to waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive

Vituperative (adjective) - marked by harsh, abusive language; scolding in nature