click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Hoot Sec.1 Vocab
Chapters 1-9
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| malicious | characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm |
| heedlessly | without care or concern |
| consternation | feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected |
| methodically | orderly and systematically, following a systematical order. |
| juvenile | (adj.) - young or immature |
| deciphered | to make out the meaning of |
| involuntary | not done of one's own free will; automatic; unintentional; spontaneous |
| despondently | in low spirits from loss of hope or courage |
| formidable | inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable |
| seething | overflowing with anger or in a state of agitation |
| ominously | in a way that suggests that something bad is going to happen |
| commendable | deserving praise |
| caustically | severely critical or sarcastic |
| amiably | in a friendly manner |
| nonchalantly | in a casually calm and relaxed manner |
| stupendous | extremely impressive |
| travesty | A bad imitation of; a perversion of |
| pungently | with a sharp smell or taste |