Wordly Wise 3000: Book 7, Lesson 7

Gratify

v. 1. To please or satisfy. 2. To give in to what is wanted or requested.

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.

Beseech

v. To ask earnestly; to beg.

Ponder

v. To think about; to consider carefully.

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.

Privilege

n. A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group.

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.