Caught Ya Vocab 1
Order by
30 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 dormant | (adj) not active but capable of becoming active, not active but capable of becoming active |
| trek | (v)make a long and difficult journey |
| eerie | (adj) so strange as to inspire a feeling of fear, weird; mysterious; strange and frightening |
| ablaze | (adj) resembling flame in brilliance or color |
| adept | (n)someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field |
| punctilious | (adj) marked by precise accordance with details |
| portal | (n) a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically) |
| amble | walking at an easy unhurried pace; (V) walk slowly and aimlessly |
| myriad | (n) a large indefinite number |
| gaggle | (n)a flock of geese |
| otiose | (adj) disinclined to work or exertion |
| ingenuous | (adj) characterized by an inability to mask your feelings, innocent, simple; frank, sincere |
| puerile | (adj) childish; immature |
| evoke | (v) evoke or call forth, with or as if by magic |
| clamor | (n) a loud harsh or strident noise; (v)utter or proclaim insistently and noisily |
| trudge | (v) walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud |
| harass | (v) to disturb, worry; to trouble by repeated attacks |
| loom | (v) appear very large or occupy a commanding position |
| fey | (adj) Magical |
| sagacious | (adj) wise |
| tedious | (adj) boring, long and tiresome |
| nestled | (adj) Settled snugly and comfortably |
| verdant | (adj) green with vegetation |
| shrilled | (v) to utter an loud piercing sound |
| insipid | (adj) lacking flavor; dull; not at all stimulating |
| waggish | (adj) humorous; mischievous; tricky |
| retort | (n; v)a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) |
| meager | (adj) lacking in amount or quality |
| awry | (adv; adj) turned or twisted to one side |
| mane | (n) long hair, usually about horses |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.