List 10

Falter -- verb

To hesitate or move unsteadily

The team lost the game because their confidence faltered in the ninth inning.

Despondent – adj.

Feeling hopeless; low in spirit

The wife was despondent after the death of her husband.

Oppressive – adj.

Weighing heavily on the senses or spirit

The 102 degree heat became oppressive after being outside for two hours.

Awe -- noun

An extreme feeling of admiration or wonder

The crowd stood in awe of the fireworks display.

Elaborate – adj (not the verb!)

Detailed and complicated in design

The team played an elaborate hoax on their coach that required the whole school to take part.

poise -- noun

A dignified, self-confident manner

The President must always present himself with poise even when being criticized.

commence -- verb

To begin

As soon as everyone arrives, we will commence the meeting.

Tangible -- adj.

able to be touched or felt; having substance

The defendant was convicted because of the tangible evidence presented in court.