Vocab. Definition
unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others
altruistic
shy, lacking self-confidence
modest, reserved
diffident
easily done or attained
superficial
ready, fluent
easily shown, but not sincerely felt
facile
free from error
absolutely dependable
infallible
The bully's _____ remarks crushed my self-esteem.
pungent
a difference, a lack of agreement
discrepancy
to express agreement
assent
neglectful in performance of one's duty, careless
remiss
sincere, real, without pretense
unfeigned
I enjoy an hour of ________ after a busy day.
repose
unconquerable, refusing to yield
indomitable
marked by honor, courtesy and courage
knightly
chivalrous
extremely poisonous
full of malice
spiteful
virulent
fierce & cruel
aggressive
deadly, destructive
scathingly harsh
truculent
You are about to _________ on an exciting path to your future career.
embark
one who does good to others
benefactor
a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply
a famine
dearth
rashness, boldness
temerity
to rest
to lie (lie down)
relaxation, peace of mind, calmness
repose
The citizens of Moville, IA expressed _______ to construct an aquatic center in their town.
assent
mercy, humaneness
mildness, moderateness
clemency
to go aboard
to make a start
to invest
embark
causing a sharp sensation(smells & tastes)
stinging or biting
pungent
to walk heavily or slowly
to work slowly
plod
Your _________ sympathy during the passing of our mayor is appreciated.
unfeigned