Monday, September 9, 2013

Vocabulary #4

Accede- to give consent, approval, or adherence.

Brandish- to shake or wave as a weapon.

Comprise- to include or contain.

Deft- dexterous.

Destitute- without means of subsidence.

Explicit- fully and clearly expressed or demonstrated.

Extirpate- to remove or destroy totally.

Inopportune- not opportune or inappropriate.

Ironic- use of words to convey mean but have a opposite meaning.

Musty- having an odor or flavor of moldy,old room.

Officious- objectionable aggressive in. offering ones unrequested or unwanted help.

Ominous- portending evil or harm.

Pinnacle- a lofty peak.

Premeditated- done deliberately.

Rampant- violent in action or spirit.

Solace- comfort in sorrow, misfortune, or trouble.

Stately- majestic.

Supple- bending readily without breaking or becoming disformed.

Suppress- to put to an end of activities of a body or person.

Venal- willing to sell ones influences.

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