Group 7 Flashcards
Frivolous
Not having any serious purpose or value
Taciturn
(Of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech, saying little
Infamous
Well known for some bad quality or deed
Redundant
Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous
Authoritarian
Favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority
Exhaustive
Examining, including, or considering all elements or aspects; fully comprehensive
Profuse
Exuberantly plentiful; abundant
Expedient
Convenient or practical although possibly improper or immoral
Fastidious
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
Prosaic
Lacking poetic beauty
Languid
Displaying or having disinclination for physical exertion, slow and relaxed
Philanthropy
Desire to promote welfare of others, generous donations
Astute
Showing ability to assess situations and turn this to one’s advantage
Authentic
Genuine
Brevity
Concise or exact use of words in writing or speech