Word bag 358 words

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

a person without moral scruples

reluctant to draw attention to yourself

the act of admiring strongly

(of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear

characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air

open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead

wilfully obstinate; stubbornly disobedient

extremely wicked, deeply criminal

full of anxiety and concern

a person who claims that they cannot have true knowledge about the existence of God (but does not deny that God might exist)

a state or condition markedly different from the norm

present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development

intended to attract notice and impress others

occurring by happy chance

being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses

a servile or fawning dependant

ask for or request earnestly

equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.

mentally acute or penetratingly discerning

fearless daring

sad beyond comforting; incapable of being consoled

an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept

appropriate to a purpose; practical

the trait of being intransigent; stubbornly refusing to compromise

incapable of being placated

reflect deeply on a subject

a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue

failing in what duty requires

inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy

quickly aroused to anger

a preceding occurrence or cause or event

anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day in its winged form

something causing misery or death

cause to be confused emotionally

being on the point of death; breathing your last

greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation

believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others

having an agreeably pungent taste

a trite or obvious remark

having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity

choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans

extravagant exaggeration

with little or no preparation or forethought

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

pleasing and appropriate manner or style (especially manner or style of expression)

belonging to some prior time

not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

remote in manner

servile flattery; exaggerated and hypocritical praise

a natural inclination

hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists

instinctively or temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others

be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information

a stubborn person of arbitrary or arrogant opinions

an act or expression of criticism and censure

defying imitation; matchless

hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough

evident without proof or argument

extremely wicked

make subservient; force to submit or subdue

a foreboding about what is about to happen

of or relating to marriage or to the relationship between a wife and husband

giving careful attention to detail; hard to please; excessively concerned with cleanliness

marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another

impervious to correction by punishment

shrewdness shown by keen insight

occurring or coming into existence after a person's death

gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts

hurl or throw violently

very generous

heedful of potential consequences

relevant and appropriate

lacking spirit or liveliness

inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy

a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible

an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time

abstaining from sexual relations (as because of religious vows)

study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)

assume sponsorship of

disinclined to work or exertion

acting in bad faith; deception by pretending to entertain one set of intentions while acting under the influence of another

showing little emotion

selecting what seems best of various styles or ideas

a variation in circumstances or fortune at different times in your life or in the development of something

leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

lacking in sophistication or worldliness

unrestrained by convention or morality

praise, glorify, or honor

showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others

to feel or express sympathy or compassion

a mythical bird said to breed at the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea and to have the power of calming the winds and waves

a solemn pledge of fidelity

an artificial or inferior substitute or imitation

an indication that something has been present

avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of

a feeling of alarm or dread

confined to and understandable by only an enlightened inner circle

distinctive and stylish elegance

lacking interest or significance or impact

seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession

(law) a formal accusation against somebody (often in a court of law)

a strong liking

characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin

promoting health; healthful

be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action

(logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident

foul and run-down and repulsive

make clear and (more) comprehensible

inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits

capacity or power to produce a desired effect

determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason

living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey

emit or reflect light in a flickering manner

humorously vulgar

overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval

concise and full of meaning

unnecessary and unwarranted

act of depriving someone of food or money or rights

characterized by extreme care and great effort

being born or beginning

become feeble

carefree and happy and lighthearted

invulnerable to fear or intimidation

righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest

abstaining from unlawful sexual intercourse

a formal ecclesiastical curse accompanied by excommunication

behave in a patronizing and condescending manner

purported; commonly put forth or accepted as true on inconclusive grounds

acceptable to the taste or mind

make obscure or unclear

someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field

the act of correcting for your wrongdoing

secret and sly or sordid

a feeling of lack of interest or energy

excessively unwilling to spend

lacking moral discipline; especially sexually unrestrained

add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

having or showing profound knowledge

inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life

unequivocally detestable

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

devoid of feeling and consciousness and animation

the cheerful feeling you have when nothing is troubling you

tastelessly showy

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

adhering to what is commonly accepted

bitter or scornful

having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy

adroitness and cleverness in reply

a predisposition in favor of something

a feeling of intense dislike

stubbornly resistant to authority or control

not having enough money to pay for necessities

a standard or typical example

a relation of affinity or harmony between people; whatever affects one correspondingly affects the other

plausible but false

satisfy (thirst)

all the knowledge and values shared by a society

the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

characterized by anger

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another

relating to or dealing with existence (especially with human existence)

disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking

marked by precise accordance with details

unrestrained by convention or morality

influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution; contemptibly fearful

be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information

an indirect (and usually malicious) implication

destroy completely

not politic

demanding attention

marked by blithe unconcern

lacking wit or imagination

steadiness of mind under stress

complain bitterly

existing outside of or not in accordance with nature

malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty

suggesting human characteristics for animals or inanimate things

for or concerned with one specific purpose

official approval

talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions

a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way

displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity

sleep inducing

cleverly amusing in tone

shockingly brutal or cruel

understanding and entering into another's feelings

containing or based on a fallacy

inspiring fear

artfully persuasive in speech

the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light

strong feelings of embarrassment

curse or declare to be evil or anathema or threaten with divine punishment

request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection

native to or confined to a certain region

audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to

run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along

a state of extreme dishonor

brief and to the point; effectively cut short

a person who is rejected (from society or home)

compensation received by virtue of holding an office or having employment (usually in the form of wages or fees)

unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech

a divine manifestation

add details to

arrived at without due care or effort; lacking depth

a gallant or courtly gentleman

too old to be useful

in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation

full of trivial conversation

(of persons) so unrefined as to be lacking in discrimination and sensibility

repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse

a woman who cohabits with an important man

consider carefully and deeply; reflect upon; turn over in one's mind

marked by care and persistent effort

attempting to win favor by flattery

marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters

involving deductive reasoning from a general principle to a necessary effect; not supported by fact

describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of

having material or physical form or substance

liveliness and eagerness

a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one

a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease)

suitable to your needs

relating to or containing bile

an insufficient quantity or number

give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause

the environmental condition

plausible but false

giving strong encouragement

thunderous verbal attack

a state of deep-seated ill-will

overbearing pride or presumption

an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers

someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms

a sudden uncontrollable attack

an intricate and confusing interpersonal or political situation

having or showing a ready disposition to fight

a state or atmosphere of harmony or mutual civility and respect

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)

an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose

the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something

ostentatiously lofty in style

provide with choice or abundant food or drink

generally incompetent and ineffectual

lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest

abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will

characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination

enthusiastic and assured vigor and liveliness

destroy completely, as if down to the roots

defying expression or description

a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

advertize in strongly positive terms

good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries

so thin as to transmit light

assign to a lower position; reduce in rank

inflict severe punishment on

difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge

tending to find and call attention to faults

free from provincial prejudices or attachments

excessively mournful

overtaken by night or darkness

containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice

the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)

incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs

an indirect way of expressing something

causing or able to cause nausea

of an angle; between 90 and 180 degrees

impossible to avoid or evade:"inescapable conclusion"

providing carefully for the future

serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being

a descendent or heir

release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities