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Eng. I Vocab. #6
English I Vocabulary Lesson 6
| Vocabulary Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| arrogance | conceit; overbearing pride; a lack of regard for others |
| docile | gentle; easy to manage; obedient; meek |
| frivolous | silly; playful; unimportant; lighthearted; flippant |
| kindle | encourage; fire-up; ignite; inspire; to set on fire |
| seethe | to be excited or disturbed; churn; boil; bubble |
| sinister | threatening trouble or bad luck; menacing; evil |
| smug | overly satisfied with one's own goodness or achievements; superior; arrogant; haughty |
| spurn | to turn down; to reject with scorn and contempt |
| unscrupulous | dishonest; immoral; deceitful; crooked; having no principles of right or wrong |
| yearn | to long for or desire; crave; hunger; covet |