5th box -Flashcards

(n.; v.) a driving impulse; to push into action; His goad urged him to pursue the object of his affection. Thinking about money will goad him into getting a job.

(v.) to speak in a loud, pompous manner; rave; He disputed the bill with the shipper, ranting that he was dealing with thieves.

(adj.) inconvenient; The incommodious illness caused her to miss an important interview.

(adj.) of the worst or lowest degree; The Haldemans lived in abject poverty, with barely a roof over their heads.