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Vocal Unit 12
Vocal
Term | Definition |
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Abound | (v) to be plentiful, be filled |
Braggart | (n)a boaster; (adj) boastful in a loud, annoying way |
Cache | (n) a hiding place; something hidden or stored |
Clarification | (n) the act of making clear or understandable, an explanation |
Despondent | (adj) sad, without hope, discouraged |
Embezzle | (v) to steal property entrusted to one's care |
Heartrending | (adj) causing mental pain or grief |
Leisurely | (adj) unhurried,taking plenty of time; (adv) in an easygoing or unhurried way |
Lethargic | (adj) unnaturally sleepy; dull, slow moving; indifferent |
Malady | (n) a sickness, illness, disease disorder |
Mellow | (adj) ripe, well-matured; soft, sweet, and rich; gentle, pleasant; (v) to become gentle and sweet. |
Nomadic | (adj) wandering, moving about from place to place |
Piecemeal | (adj) one piece at a time;(adv.) gradually |
Quest | (n) a search, hunt; (v) to search, seek, ask |
Random | (adj) by chance, not planned or prearranged; irregular. |
Rant | (v) to speak wildly and noisily; (n) loud, violent talk |
Reinforce | (v) to make stronger with new materials or support |
Seclusion | (n) isolation from others, solitude |
Status | (n) a person's condition or position in the eyes of the law; relative rank or standing, especially in society; prestige |
Turmoil | (n) a state of great confusion or disorder; mental strain or agitation |