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Unit 5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| annul (verb) | void; declare invalid |
| blase (adjective) | boring |
| bolster (verb) | provide support for |
| deplore (verb) | dislike strongly |
| frivolous (adjective) | not important |
| muster (verb) | to gather together |
| nonentity (noun) | the thing that is not important |
| obsess (verb) | fill your mind |
| ornate (adjective) | decorate fancily |
| oust (verb) | remove, drive out |
| peruse (verb) | read carefully |
| porous (adjective) | full of tiny holes |
| promontory (noun) | higher level cliff |
| prone (adjective) | laying position, subject to |
| qualm (noun) | feeling of doubt |
| recourse (noun) | act of seeking help/protection |
| residue (noun) | remainder |
| solicitous (adjective) | showing concern/care |
| solicitous (adjective) | showing concern/care |
| staid (adjective) | serious, dignified |
| sustain (verb) | nourish, support |