adoration: The movie star enjoyed the adoration of his millions of fans, but he also missed the days when he could just go to a neighborhood spot and get a burger without being encircled by a mob.

proud: Janine was proud when the teacher used Janine's project as an example for other classes.

vermin: The abandoned house was infested with vermin, including rats, fleas, and cockroaches.

adept: The magician is adept at hiding what he does because I can never figure out his magic tricks.

ambivalent: Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew she’d enjoy the music, but she didn’t really want to go out in the rainy weather.

contemplate: I am disappointed, but I have nothing more to say. I will leave you to contemplate how your mother will react to this news.

plethora: Regina remembered when she had just two pairs of shoes. Now, her closet holds a plethora of shoes in almost every color and every style.

vex: John felt bad about hitting his little sister, but he was so vexed when he saw her playing with his only Lance Power action figure that he lost his temper.

uncivil: Ladies, please stop the name calling. There is no reason to act uncivil. Let's discuss the problem.

incredulous: I wanted to give the new kid a chance, but when he started telling me that he could ride his skateboard on top of the telephone wires, all I could do was be incredulous of his comment..

disdain: She gives me this look of disdain ever since I donated her dolls to charity.

felines: I love all kinds of felines, including tigers, lions, and even my kitty, Fluffy.