Vocab Unit 29
By Jewel

DESPONDENT

• Sad, without hope, discouraged
• S: low
• A: cheerful
• The man who was stranded on the island was despondent.

Leisurely

• Unhurried, taking plenty of time
• S: relaxed
• A: hurried
• We strolled leisurely along the beach.

Nomadic

• Wandering, moving about from place to place.
• S: migrant
• A: settled
• The nomadic homeless man had saw and experienced a lot of his life.

Piecemeal

• One piece at a time, gradually
• S: little by little
• A: completely
• My mother had sewn the quilt piecemeal.

Concerted

• Planned or performed in cooperation with others
• S: agreed upon
• A: uncoordinated
• Our fundraiser was a success, thanks to the concerted efforts of everyone involved.

Lithe

• Bending easily, limber
• S: fexlible
• A: stiff
• The gymnast was very lithe.