vocab 2

1. Mirth: Gladness and merriment, especially as expressed by laughter.

2. Precarious: not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

3. Confound: Cause surprise or confusion in (someone), especially by acting against their expectations.

4. Venerable: Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

5. Discreet: Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid offending or to gain an advantage.

6. Audacious: Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.

7. Furtive: Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.

8. Recompense: Make amends to (someone) for loss or harm suffered; compensate.

9. Supercilious: Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.

10. Dwindle: Diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength.

11. Indignant: Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

12. Famished: Extremely hungry.

13. Inconspicuous: Not clearly visible or attracting attention; not conspicuous.

14. Concealment: The action of hiding something or preventing it from being known.

15. Sagacious: Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise or shrewd.

16. Disconcerting: Causing one to feel unsettled.

17. Voracious: Wanting or devouring great quantities of food.

18. Inadvertently: Without intention; accidentally.

19. Perilous: Full of danger or risk.

20. Entreat: Ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something.