Use LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate between flashcards;
Use UP and DOWN arrow keys to flip the card;
H to show hint;
A reads text to speech;
5 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
|
Languor |
Noun--- : a state of feeling tired and relaxed
Full Definition---1 : weakness or weariness of body or mind2 : listless indolence or inertia((synonyms see lethargy)) Examples -They enjoyed the languor brought on by a hot summer afternoon.They felt an indefinable languor. #Synonyms: hebetude, lethargy, lassitude, listlessness, stupor, torpor #Antonyms: vigor, vim, vitality, vivacity |
|
|
Lanky |
Adjective -- : tall and thin with usually an awkward quality
Full Definition: ungracefully tall and thin(synonyms see lean) Other forms: lank·i·er; lank·i·estlank·i·ly \-kə-lē\ adverblank·i·ness \-kē-nəs\ noun Examples--the lanky basketball star was great at slam-dunking #Synonyms: gangling, gangly, rangy, spindling, spindly |
|
|
Latent |
Adj —used to describe something (such as a disease) that exists but is not active or cannot be seen Full Definition-: present and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic <a latent infection>la·tent·ly adverb Examples--he has a latent ( Gupt) talent for acting that he hasn't had a chance to express yet ..anto...synn Origin: Middle English, from Latin latent-, latens, from present participle of latēre to lie hidden; akin to Greek lanthanein to escape notice.First use: 15th century #Synonyms:. dead, dormant, fallow, free, idle, inert, inoperative, inactive, off, unused, vacant #Antonyms: active, alive, busy, employed, functioning, going, living, on, operating, operative, running, working |
|
|
Laud |
Verb: to praise (someone or something) Full Definition---transitive verb: praise, extol Examples----He was much lauded as a successful businessman. the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel Synonyms: accredit, applaud, cheer, crack up, hail, acclaim, praise, salute, toutAntonyms: knock, pan, slam |
|
|
Laurels |
Noun :an evergreen tree or bush with shiny pointed leaves:( honor or fame given for some achievement) Examples--They enjoyed the laurels of their military victory. The player earned his laurels from years of hard work. transitive( verb): to deck or crown with laurel. Other forms: laureled or laurelled; laurel·ing or laurel·ling |
