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Vocab Grade 8
Chap 4-RTHMC - Vocabulary
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Expounding(v) | To set forth or state in detail; explaining |
| Haughtily(adv) | proud and vain to the point of arrogance |
| Mercantile(adj) | relating to merchants or trade |
| Patronize(v) | to treat in a condescending way; talk down to |
| Admonished(v) | to criticize in a kind but serious way |
| Feigned(v) | to give a false appearance of; pretend; fake |
| Ploy(n) | a cunning tactic to obtain an advantage |
| Guttural(adj) | of or pertaining to the throat |
| Discourse(n) | communication of thought by words in speech or writing |
| Discreetly(adv) | showing or having restraint; not obtrusive or showy |