Vocabulary List 9

He was intrigued by the ancient mysteries of the old ruins.

Very fascinated or interested

The distraught mother couldn’t find her toddler.

Deeply upset or worried

He seems to have an aptitude for solving criminal cases

Natural ability/talent to do something

The little girl was chastised for her inappropriate language.

To scold or punish/discipline

He shows remorse for his actions.

Sorrow for doing something wrong; show regret

It is my conviction that people should participate in sports as a hobby (for the fun of it) rather than for money.

Deeply held belief

People with the same interests usually gravitate towards each other.

To move toward something or someone

She knew she could confide in her parents when she had relationship troubles.

To tell or share with; trust

The serene atmosphere in the room helped her to relax.

Calm and peaceful

The kids were exuberant when the last bell rang indicating summer break.

Very joyful and excited

You have to be able to distinguish between food that is healthful and food that is not.

To identify the difference

One’s usual mood or attitude

The increased workload infringed on his personal life; he had no time for his family.

To go over the limit of what is good; cut into/barge in

The victim gave a precise description of the suspect.

exact; accurate; specific

He made a studious attempt to fix the television set.

Marked by effort

The Giver’s face took on a solemn look.

Not cheerful; serious

John winced when he thought of getting a shot at the doctor’s.

Flinch; (Grimace or shrinking movement of the body out of or in anticipation of pain or distress)

He had an ominous feeling about the weather.

A very bad feeling that something is going to happen.

The woman’s anguished expression revealed her pain.

Severe mental pain or suffering.

His voice faltered and trailed off.

Losing strength