Peak by Roland Smith Vocab Definitions
Ramshackle
(especially of a house or vehicle) in a state of severe disrepair.
Flourish
A bold gesture to grab the attention of others.
Demoralizing
A cause to lose confidence or hope.
Base Camp
A central setup of tents where food, equipment,and medical supplies are stored; a relay site for climbers.
Pneumonia
A long infection that causes a fever, cough and difficulty breathing.
Disheveled
A person's appearance being untidy or disordered.
Audacious
A show to take bold risks
Claustrophobic
Afraid of small places
Amateur
Beginner
Conjure
Bring to mind or recall.
Covert
Concealed, secret or a suprise
Balaclava
Covering that covers the head, neck, and most of the face.
Garish
Crudely or tastelessly colorful, showy, or eaborate.
Treacherous
Dangerous and not to be relied on.
Intreprid
Fearless
Quarantined
Isolated from others to prevent a disease from spreading
Cairn
Mound of stones built as a memorial.
Precarious
Not securely held in position, or dangerously likely to collapse.
Porter
Someone who carries supplies.
Grist
Something turned to use, story idea, information.
Prosperous
Successful
Denouement
The final part, or conclusion of a play, movie, book, etc.
acclimatization
To become accustomed to a new environment or climate.
Duress
To constraint illegally, or force someone to preform an act.
Auspicious
To show signs of a favorable outcome.
Oblivious
Unaware of a situation
Reluctantly
Unwillingly or begrudgingly
Scrutinize
examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Pristine
in its original condition; clean.
Geriatric
relating to a senior citizen or elderly.
