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Signe #10
The Midas Touch
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| beseech | v. To ask earnestly; to beg |
| consternation | n. Amazement or fear that makes one confused |
| delectable | adj. Pleasing to the senses; delicious |
| garland | n. A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers |
| gratify | v. 1) To please or satisfy 2) To give in to what is wanted or requested |
| haughty | adj. Showing too much pride in oneself |
| impetuous | adj. Inclined to act without thinking; hasty |
| lavish | adj. Much more than enough; very costly v. To give freely or generously |
| pluck | v. 1) to pull off or out 2) To remove the feathers from 3) To pull at and let go n. Courage or bravery |
| ponder | v. To think about; consider carefully |
| privilege | n. A special favor or advantage given to a person or group |
| prostrate | adj. 1) Lying flat; lying facedown; completely overcome |
| rapture | n. A state of great joy, delight, or love |
| revelry | n. Noisy merrymaking |
| whim | n. A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason |