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Vocab Info2
Second 3 week vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Languid | Lacking in energy, interest or spirit |
| Captivate | To attract and hold the attention of |
| Betrothal | Engagement to marry |
| Blithe | Joyous |
| Shiftless | Lazy; lacking ambition |
| Dissolution | The breaking of a bond |
| Saunter | To walk in a leisurely way |
| Belie | Misinterpret |
| Candid | Outspoken; straightforward |
| Eschew | Avoid |
| Disconsolate | Hopelessly unhappy |
| Denizen | Dweller |
| Acquiesce | Submit |
| Broach | To initiate (a topic) for discussion |
| Temerity | Boldness; rashness |
| Dejection | Depression |
| Portly | Rather heavy |
| Brazen | Shameless |
| Mesmerize | Hypnotize, fascinate |
| Rejuvenate | Make young again |
| Torrid | Burning, passionate |
| Fetid | Having an offensive odor |
| Distended | Increased; expanded; bloated |
| Discomfiture | Confusion; embarrassment; frustration of hopes |
| Impede | Obstruct; hinder |
| Beseech | To beg or plead |
| Chasten | Discipline; punish |
| Disrepute | Low regard; disfavour |
| Aboveboard | Without concealment, fraud or trickery |
| Pugnacious | Inclined to fight |