Mrs. Hoffman's 23-24 Vocab 2

What does the word "perpetrator" mean?

• A person who expresses approval

• A person who commits an evil, illegal, or criminal act

• A person who is sleepy or drowsy

• A person who is cheerful and lively

What is the meaning of "prosaic"?

• Dangerous and unstable

• Cheerful readiness

• Straightforward; dull

• Containing or expressing praise

Which word describes something that is not essential and can be replaced?

• Laudatory

• Expendable

• Precarious

• Sundry

What does "alacrity" refer to?

• A separation

• A preference or partiality

• Cheerful readiness; liveliness

• An opinion formed without sufficient evidence

What does "sundry" mean?

• Various or diverse

• Sleepy or drowsy

• To calm or satisfy

• Dangerous, unstable

What is the meaning of "demarcation"?

• Separation

• Sympathize, share suffering

• To seize without legal right

• Having foreknowledge

What does "benevolent" mean?

• Carefree

• Guessed

• Wicked, corrupt

• Kind, charitable, generous

What does the word 'stringent' mean?

• Flexible

• Strict, severe

• Joyful

• Weak

What is the meaning of 'insurgents'?

• Peacemakers

• Rebels

• Followers

• Leaders

The term 'maldictions' refers to what?

• Blessings

• Curses

• Greetings

• Praises