Great Expectations Vocabulary

Explicit Adj. stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

Trenchant Adj. vigorous in expression Miley Cyrus ignored the trenchant criticism of the media after her VMA performance this year.

Apprehension N. anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.

Penitence N. the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong

Supercilious Adj. behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others; sneering

Disconsolate Adj. without consolation or comfort; unhappy

Corroborate V. confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).

Encumber Adj. restrict or burden (someone or something) in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.

Audacious Adj. bold; daring; fearless; risk taker

Provincial Adj. of or concerning the regions outside the capital city of a country, esp. when regarded as unsophisticated or narrow-minded.

Lethargic Adj. sluggish

Disparity N. a great difference

Thwarted V. prevent someone from accomplishing something

Despondent Adj. in low spirits from loss of hope or courage.

Temperate Adj. showing moderation or self-restraint.

Abhorrence N. a feeling of repulsion; disgusted loathing

Incredulous Adj. unwilling or unable to believe something

Tremulous Adj. shaking or quivering slightly http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmHMAmyXiAU

Querulous Adj. complaining in a petulant or whining manner

Relinquished V. voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up.