Wordly Wise 3000 Level 7, Lesson 7

beseech
(v) To ask earnestly; to beg.

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TermDefinition
beseech
(v) To ask earnestly; to beg.
consternation
(n) Amazement or fear that makes one feel confused.
delectable
(adj) Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sense of taste; delicious.
garland
(n) A wreath or chain of leaves and flowers.
gratify
(v) 1. To please or satisfy. 2. To give in to what is wanted or requested.
haughty
(adj) Showing too much pride in oneself and scorn or contempt for others.
impetuous
(adj) Likely to act without thinking; hasty.
lavish
(adj) 1. Much more than enough. 2. Very costly. (v) To give freely or generously.
pluck
(v) 1. To pull off or out; to pick. 2. To remove the feathers from. 3. To pull at and let go. (n) Courage; bravery.
ponder
(v) To think about; to consider carefully.
privilege
(n) A special favor, right, or advantage given to a person or group.
prostrate
(adj) 1. Lying flat. 2. Lying facedown, especially to show respect. 3. Completely overcome; weak and helpless.
rapture
(n) A state of great joy, delight, or love.
revelry
(n) Noisy merrymaking.
whim
(n) A sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea.