Unit 5-B Vocab Review

indomitable  (adj) unconquerable, unbeatable  The political activist, Mahatma Ghandi, had indomitable courage in his non-violent protest against the British.

infallible  (adj.) free from error; certain  Even though the science professor had advanced degrees, he was not infallible.

plod  (v.) to walk heavily or slowly, to lumber  The troops knew they had to plod through the intense jungle.

pungent  (adj.) stinging, sharp, spicy  The pungent aroma of stale cheddar cheese filled the room.

remiss  (adj.) careless, negligent  If you are remiss in completing your assignments, your grades will fall drastically.

repose  (v.) to rest, lie (n.) relaxation, peace of mind  Many war veterans repose in Arlington National Cemetery.  After spending all day repairing the roof I needed a period of repose before dinner.

temerity  (n.) rashness, boldness, recklessness  Few of the soldiers had the temerity to contradict the general.

truculant  (adj.) fierce, cruel, aggressive, savage  Some people with a truculant attitude make life miserable for others.

unfeigned  (adj.) sincere, real, genuine  The author of the bestselling book was praised for his unfeigned story of human rights violations in the Sudan.

virulent  (adj.) spiteful, extremely poisonous, hateful  The First Amendment protects the right of free speech for even those who have virulent views toward the government.