Vocab List #1

Admonish

to warn or to reprimand someone firmly

verb

Obdurate

stubborn; hardhearted; inflexible

adj

Compunction

a feeling of guilt or moral scruple that follows a wrong act

noun

Germane

closely or significant related; relevant; pertinent

adj

Indiscretion

behavior or speech that is indiscreet or displays a lack of good judgment.

noun

lassitude

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy

noun

elucidate

to make clear; explain

verb

pecuniary

of, relating to, or consisting of money

adj

Scurrilous

coarsely abusive; vulgar; indecent.

adj

Suppliant

a person who presents a humble plea to someone in power or authority

noun