Set 21

abject

(of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree.

amicable

(of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.

animosity

Strong hostility.

aver

State or assert to be the case.

barrage

Bombard (someone) with something.

cathartic

A purgative drug.

decipher

Convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language.

delusion

An idiosyncratic belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality or rational argument, typically a symptom of mental disorder.

dispense

Distribute or provide (a service or information) to a number of people.

eloquent

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

enthrall

Capture the fascinated attention of.

eradicate

Destroy completely; put an end to.

fledgling

A young bird that has just fledged.

fortitude

Courage in pain or adversity.

fortuitous

Happening by accident or chance rather than design.

goad

Provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction.

imminent

About to happen.

incontrovertible

Not able to be denied or disputed.

itinerant

A person who travels from place to place.

magnanimous

Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.

meritorious

Deserving reward or praise.

mutiny

An open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.

paradoxical

Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.

perseverance

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

render

Provide or give (a service, help, etc.)

repertoire

A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.

resilient

(of a person or animal) able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

resolute

Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.

supple

Make more flexible.

valor

Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.