60 words & definitions
| assuage |
To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense
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| coddle |
To treat in an indulgent or overprotective way
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| cower |
To crouch down in fear
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| eke |
To manage to support oneself or make a living with difficulty
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| flick |
To hit or move something/ someone with a quick movement of the thumb and fore-finger.
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| munch |
To eat something with a continuous and often audible action of the jaws
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| mutter |
To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation
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| shuffle |
To move similar things from one position or place to another.
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| shush |
To tell or signal (someone) to be silent
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| slake |
To quench or satisfy one's thirst
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| trammel |
To hinder or impede in moving, progressing, or acting; to prevent freedom of action
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| writhe |
To make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body
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| slur |
An insinuation or allegation about someone that is likely to insult them or damage their reputation
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| sprawl |
Sit, lie, or fall with one's arms and legs spread out in an ungainly or awkward way
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| clad |
Clothed
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| doddering |
Tremble or totter, typically because of old age
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| squat |
To crouch or sit with one's knees bent and one's heels close to or touching one's buttocks or the back of one's thighs
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| tedium |
The state of being tedious
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| hefty |
Large, heavy, and powerful
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| resilient |
To withstand adversity; show a quick recovery following adversity.
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| cunning |
Skill in achieving one's ends by deceit
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| superb |
Excellent
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| commotion |
A state of confused and noisy disturbance
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| defiant |
refusing to obey authority, sometimes even to the point of refusing to accept criticism.
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| hypocrite |
Someone who acts in a way that contradicts what they say they believe in
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| noxious |
Poisonous or very harmful.
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| risqué |
Somewhat indecent and liable to shock, especially by being sexually suggestive.
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| muted |
Less loud or strong compared to what is usual.
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| intimidating |
Causing fear, hesitancy, and anxiety
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| bumble |
To act or speak in a confused manner.
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| flop |
A failure
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| muddle |
An untidy and disorganized state or collection
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| rant |
A spell of ranting; a tirade
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| fumble |
An act of using the hands clumsily while doing or handling something
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| sprinkle |
A small quantity or amount of something scattered over an object or surface
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| grin |
A broad smile
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| guffaw |
A very loud and hearty laugh
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| slander |
A false spoken statement about someone that damages their reputation
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| purge |
The act of getting rid of undesirable things
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| belittle |
To speak about someone or something in a way that shows little respect.
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| blend |
To combine different elements, styles, or ideas harmoniously.
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| cavalier |
Showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or careless.
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| crybaby |
Someone who overreacts emotionally to minor issues.
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| deceitful |
Intentionally misleading or dishonest.
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| humility |
The quality of having a modest or low view of one's own importance; lack of arrogance.
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| imposition |
An unfair or unwelcome demand or requirement placed on someone.
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| mindset |
An established set of beliefs or assumptions that influences behavior and decisions.
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| enthralled |
To be totally fascinated and filled with delight and wonder about something.
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| relinquish |
To voluntarily let go of something, such as a right, possession, or responsibility.
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| retreat |
To pull back or leave a position, often due to pressure, danger, or the need for rest.
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| sober |
Serious and thoughtful in mood or behavior, not playful or exaggerated; or not under the influence of alcohol or drugs; clear-minded.
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| tardy |
Delaying or delayed beyond the expected or proper time; late.
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| ridiculous |
Deserving or inviting mockery or laughter due to being absurd or unreasonable; outrageously unreasonable or exaggerated in a way that provokes disbelief.
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| sarcastic |
Describing a tone or remark that is intended to mock, criticize, or convey disdain in a humorous or cutting manner.
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| traumatized |
Being severely shocked, disturbed, and upset in a way that causes lasting emotional pain.
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| conformist |
A person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs, rather than doing things that are different or original.
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| fragmented |
Froken or separated into distinct parts
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| inconceivable |
Not capable of being imagined or grasped mentally; unbelievable
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| skew |
To cause something to be not straight or exact; to twist or distort.
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| fidelity |
Faithfulness and loyalty by observing one's promises and duties.
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