Vocab 4 2017

Front

Management is not likely to ______ to union demands for raises due to declining profits.

Back

acquiesce

Front

World Series is a ____________ due to only North American teams participating.

Back

misnomer

Front

Difficult to deflate the _____________ optimism of the young.

Back

blithe

Front

Those who _________ the good fortune of others are likely to be unhappy with their own lot.

Back

covet

Front

A vacation provides a ______ from everyday worries.

Back

respite

Front

Dreams of stardom _______ many gifted young performers to Broadway.

Back

allure

Front

Most people look a bit ______ in the morning.

Back

disheveled

Front

Despite losing a key labor endorsement, the candidate seemed _______________.

Back

crestfallen

Front

The online discussion group was annoyed by the newcomer's ___________ and rude remarks.

Back

contentious

Front

Plans for a beach picnic went suddenly _______ when it rained.

Back

askew