Definitions
playful or humorous
Jocose
My parents finally _____________ when I promised to take good care of the puppy.
acceded
DAILY DOUBLE
synonym of drub (WM WORD)
browbeat
professional : specializes :: _________ : dabbles
dilettante
__________ : blame :: martyr : sacrifice
scapegoat
DAILY DOUBLE
one who roams from place to place making attacks and raids in search of plunder
marauder
____________________ is a deceptive tactic used to cast blame where it does not belong.
Scapegoating
synonym of flaw (WM WORD)
foible
____________ : procrastination :: obstinate : defiance
dilatory
___________ : mischievous child :: black sheep : family outcast
scapegrace
intimidate (someone) typically into doing something, with stern manner or abusive words
browbeat
DAILY DOUBLE
The coach _____________ his player for missing the tackle.
drubbed
implacable
_________ : courtroom :: volatile : battlefield
contentious
__________ : trickery :: treachery : betrayal
chicanery
causing, involving, or characterized by argument or controversy
contentious
Stop _____________ with all this he said-she said and take responsibility!
disavowing
synonym of criticism (WM WORD)
cavil
____________ : agree :: concede : surrender
accede
DAILY DOUBLE
___________ : city street :: chaotic : war zone
frenetic
intended to cause delay, gain time, or defer decision
dilatory
Superman's _______________ makes him one of the most powerful superheroes.
invincibility
synonym of maraud (WM word)
pillage
__________ : rainy day :: despondent : endless night
morose
swindle : investor :: _______ :tourist
gull