Vocabulary Quiz

beseech: (v) To ask earnestly; to beg.

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

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

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

gratify: (v) 1. To please or satisfy. 2. To give in to what is wanted or requested.

haughty: (adj) Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others.

impetuous: (adj) Likely to act without thinking; hasty.

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

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.

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