Set 23

intermittent

Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.

profound

The vast depth of the ocean or of the mind.

propagate

Breed specimens of (a plant or animal) by natural processes from the parent stock.

allusive

glib

(of words or the person speaking them) fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow.

curb

Restrain or keep in check.

lull

Calm or send to sleep, typically with soothing sounds or movements.

mettlesome

(of a person or animal) full of spirit and courage.

astute

Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

fawn

A young deer in its first year.

precipitous

Dangerously high or steep.

repercussion

An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.

regress

Return to a former or less developed state.

refute

Prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; disprove.

replenish

Fill (something) up again.

evoke

Bring or recall to the conscious mind.

ire

Anger.

languid

(of a person, manner, or gesture) displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.

mollify

Appease the anger or anxiety of (someone)

pretentious

Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

duress

Threats, violence, constraints, or other action brought to bear on someone to do something against their will or better judgment.

vigilant

Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

headstrong

Self-willed and obstinate.

convalescent

A person who is recovering after an illness or operation.

nonplussed

(of a person) surprised and confused so much that they are unsure how to react.

fret

Be constantly or visibly worried or anxious.

decry

Publicly denounce.

recourse

A source of help in a difficult situation.

commence

Begin; start.

neutralize

Render (something) ineffective or harmless by applying an opposite force or effect.