LOF Ch. 12 Vocabulary

What does the word "inimical" mean?

• Friendly and helpful

• Tending to obstruct or cause harm

• Full of energy and enthusiasm

• Quiet and reserved

What is the meaning of "antiphonal"?

• Containing or using responses; alternating

• Silent and unresponsive

• Harmonious and melodic

• Chaotic and disorganized

What does "ululation" refer to?

• A soft whisper

• A long, loud, emotional howl or cry

• A gentle hum

• A quiet murmur

What does "ensconce" mean?

• To hide away secretly

• To fix firmly

• To move quickly

• To release gently

What is a "cordon"?

• A decorative ribbon

• A series of sentinels or posts enclosing some place or thing

• A type of musical instrument

• A small group of people

What does "elephantine" mean?

• Small and delicate

• Of great mass; huge and bulky

• Quick and agile

• Light and airy

What is "crepitation"?

• The sound of gentle rain

• The sharp sound of snapping noises

• The rustling of leaves

• The hum of a bee

What does "obscurity" refer to?

• The state of being well-known

• The state of being indistinct due to lack of light

• The state of being colorful and bright

• The state of being loud and clear

What is an "epaulette"?

• A type of hat

• An ornamental cloth pad worn on the shoulder

• A kind of shoe

• A decorative belt

What does "distend" mean?

• To shrink or contract

• To cause to expand as if by internal pressure

• To twist or turn

• To flatten or smooth