Elude-Beesech

• Def (v.): evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way.

  • “I ___ my mother’s pesky lecture on respecting my elders.”

  Elude
• Def (v.): (of an idea or fact) fail to be grasped or remembered by (someone).

  • “My teacher’s complicated teachings ___ my classmates.”

  Elude
• Def (v.): (of an achievement, or something desired or pursued) fail to be attained by (someone).

  • “Peace ___ their toxic household.”

  Elude
• Def (adj.): providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions; causing catharsis; purifying, cleansing, relieving. 

  • “The argument between me and my sister was ___: I spewed all my bottled-up emotions.

  Cathartic
• Def (adj.): changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection.

  • “James is a ___ man: constantly changing careers–and women. 

  Fickle
• Def (adj.): curt or sharp, especially in a condescending way.

  • “She responded in a ___ manner, clearly expressing her annoyance.”

  Snippy
• Def (adj.): a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.

  • “Sometimes I wonder if Edna experiences emotions; she is such a ___ woman.”

  Stoic
• Def (n.): a person who acts in a grossly obsequious way.

  • “The doctor–a man with several connections–is surrounded by several ___ residents.”

  Brownnose
• Def (adj.): obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.

  • Annie acts in an ___ manner towards her husband.”

  Obsequious
• Def (adj.): having or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.

  • “I believe people are meant to be ___–to live a life dedicated to helping others.”

  Servile
• Def (adj.):  so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing; ridiculous.

  • “His outfit was ___; I couldn’t believe my eyes.”

  Ludicrous
• Def (adj.):  producing a great deal of profit

  • “His job made him a ____ man, never will he have to worry about financial problems.”

  Lucrative
• Def (adj.): derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.

  • “He made a ___ comment after seeing her outfit.”

  Snide
• Def (adj.): showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others; heartless, cold.

  • “I noticed Kim’s ___ nature after hearing her comment about emancipated children.”

  Callous
• Def (adj.):  dishonest or unreliable.

  • “I began to believe that Gina is ___ because of her exaggerated stories.”

  Dodgy
• Def (adj.):  (of an animal, especially of a horse) excitable or easily scared.

  • “He is ___: mundane topics frighten him.”

  Skittish
• Def (n.): severe mental or physical pain or suffering.

  • “I suffered severe ___ last night.”

  Anguish
• Def (adj.): suffering from anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

  • “After discovering his death, Jane was ___ for weeks.”

  Distressed
• Def (v.): squat or crouch down low.

  • “He ___ down to hide from her.”

  Hunker
• Def (v.): pay attention to; take notice of.

  • “He ___ her every move.”

  Heed
• Def (v.):  ask (someone) urgently and fervently to do something; implore; entreat.

  • “My mom ___ her to read to her sister.”

  Beseech