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English vocbulary
vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| contempt-N | hatred, disgust |
| rivulet-N | a tiny little trickly stream |
| hospitable-ADJ | a welcoming manner |
| console-V | to soothe |
| ominous-ADJ | a dark foreshadowing |
| Faltering | to move unsteadily, stumble, stagger |
| Pallid | pale or lacking color |
| Spasm | sudden movement of muscles |
| Cumbersome | bulky or heavy |
| Semblance | appearance, likeness |
| penchant | a strong desire or wish to accomplish something |
| Pilgrimage | a spiritual journey, a lengthy journey |
| Convulsions | small seizures, mini violent motions |
| Enamored | deeply in love with, infatuated |
| Raucous | raw cuss (noun, adj.) out of control, mischievous, chaos, out of control situation |
| Minutiae | tiny little details of life… trivial details magazine, insignificant details MIN- oo--SH |
| Dignitaries | important people, people with dignity |
| Prowess | courage and skill(emphasis on skill) |
| Errant | random ----off topic ----out of time |
| Tranquil | peaceful |
| Junket | like an errand |
| Gallantry | a member of the elite, special people, like royalty |
| Adulation | praise |
| Retribution | payback or punishment |