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Language Arts Vocab7
Wordly Wise Vocab (lesson 7) Quiz date- 11-16-11
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Beseech | To ask earnestly; to beg. |
| Consternation | Amazement or fear that makes one feel confused. |
| Delectable | Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious. |
| Garland | A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers. |
| Gratify Gratifying | 1.To please or satisfy. 2.To give in to what is wanted or requested. -Pleasing. |
| Haughty Haughtiness | Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others. -The state or quality of being haughty. |
| Impetuous | Inclined to act without thinking; hasty. |
| Lavish | 1.Much more than enough. 2.Very costly. 3.To give freely or generously. |
| Pluck Plucky | 1.To pull off or out; to pick. 2.To remove the feathers from. 3.To pull at and let go. N.Courage; bravery. -Brave; courageous. |
| Ponder | To think about; to consider carefully. |
| Privilege Privileged | A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group. -Given favors or advantages denied to others. |
| Prostrate | 1.Lying flat. 2.Lying facedown, especially to show respect. 3.Completely overcome; weak and helpless. |
| Rapture | A state of great joy, delight, or love. |
| Reverly | Noisy merrymaking. |
| Whim | A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea. |