Unit Three Vocabulary Week Four
abortive (adjective) unsuccessful My first attempt to climb the mountain was abortive. .
acidulous (adjective) slightly sour in taste and/or manner The acidulous lime adds a refreshing zing to guacamole.
brackish (adjective) salty River deltas contain brackish water.
buffoon (noun) clown/foolish person Spongebob is a bit of a buffoon.
Divest (verb) strip/separate from rid oneself of something no longer necessary I have never regretted my decision to divest my television habit.
effeminate (adjective) having female characteristics Little boys should not be considered effeminate simply for playing with dolls.
ensconced (verb) to settle securely or comfortably The kitten was safely ensconced in my shoe.
ferret (verb) Search out/rummage through
Salmonella (noun) food poisoning I got a bad case of salmonella after eating unpasteurized cheese.
ursine (adjective) bear-like