Level 7: Lesson 7

prostrate

(adj.) 1. Lying flat. 2. Lying facedown, especially to show respect. 3. Completely overcome; weak and helpless.

lavish

(adj.) 1. Much more than enough. 2. Very costly. (v.) To give freely or generously.

impetuous

(adj.) Inclined to act without thinking; hasty.

delectable

(adj.) Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious.

haughty

(adj.) Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others. haughtiness (n). The state or quality of being haughty.

privilege

(n.) A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group. privileged (adj.) Given favors or advantages denied to others.

rapture

(n.) A state of great joy, delight, or love.

whim

(n.) A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea.

garland

(n.) A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers.

consternation

(n.) Amazement or fear that makes one feel confused.

revelry

(n.) Noisy merrymaking.

gratify

(v.) 1. To please or satisfy. 2. To give in to what is wanted or requested. gratifying (adj.) Pleasing.

pluck

(v.) 1. To pull off or out; to pick. 2. To remove the feathers from. 3. To pull at and let go. (n.) Courage; bravery. plucky (adj.) Brave; courageous.

beseech

(v.) To ask earnestly; to beg.

ponder

(v.) To think about; to consider carefully.