Transformation Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Transformation

necromantic (adjective)

Relating to the supposed practice of communicating with the dead or using dark magic.

impious (adjective)

Showing a lack of reverence for God or sacred things; irreverent and sinful.

odious (adjective)

Extremely unpleasant or repulsive; deserving hatred.

imperious (adjective)

Assuming power or authority without justification; domineering and overbearing.

capricious (adjective)

Given to sudden, unpredictable changes of mood or behavior.

impetuosity (noun)

The quality of acting quickly and without thought or care; rash impulsiveness.

prodigality (noun)

Reckless extravagance or wastefulness in spending money or resources.

bourne (noun)

A destination or goal; the limit or boundary of a journey.

dissolute (adjective)

Indulging excessively in sensual pleasures; morally unrestrained and debauched.

caparisons (noun)

Ornamental coverings and trappings placed over a horse, especially for display.

arras (noun)

A rich tapestry or wall hanging, typically made of wool.

rankling (adjective)

Causing persistent irritation, bitterness, or resentment.

demerit (noun)

A quality or action deserving blame or censure; a fault or disadvantage.

supine (adjective)

Lying face upward; also, showing a passive lack of resistance or effort.

sophistry (noun)

The use of clever but false arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving.

obduracy (noun)

Stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or course of action despite reason or persuasion.

sylph-like (adjective)

Resembling a sylph: gracefully slender and delicate in appearance.

hoar (adjective)

Gray or white with age; ancient and weathered in appearance.

azure (adjective)

Bright blue in color, like a cloudless sky.

adjured (verb)

Urged or requested someone solemnly, as if under oath.

credulity (noun)

A tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true without sufficient evidence.

spurned (verb)

Rejected with disdain or contempt; refused scornfully.

embosomed (adjective)

Enclosed or sheltered closely, as if held in the bosom; nestled within.

machinations (noun)

Clever schemes or plots, especially ones devised to do harm.

celestial (adjective)

Belonging to or resembling heaven; supremely good or beautiful.