Group 26 Flashcards
(30 cards)
What does ‘apprehension’ mean?
An anxious or fearful feeling.
Example: She felt a sense of apprehension before the exam.
What does ‘ardent’ mean?
Characterized by intense passion or enthusiasm.
What does ‘axiomatic’ mean?
Self-evident or unquestionable.
What does ‘cease’ mean?
To bring or come to an end.
What does ‘conducive’ mean?
Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible.
What does ‘corporeal’ mean?
Relating to a person’s body, especially as opposed to their spirit.
What does ‘doctrinaire’ mean?
Seeking to impose a doctrine in all circumstances without regard to practical considerations.
What does ‘eclectic’ mean?
Deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
What does ‘equanimity’ mean?
Mental calmness, stability, or composure, especially in a difficult situation.
What does ‘exorbitant’ mean?
Unreasonably high or excessive.
What does ‘fickle’ mean?
Changing frequently, especially in regards to one’s loyalties or affections.
What does ‘figurative’ mean?
Departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical.
What does ‘flustered’ mean?
Agitated or confused.
What does ‘gullible’ mean?
Easily deceived or tricked.
What does ‘idiosyncratic’ mean?
Peculiar or individual.
What does ‘incidental’ mean?
Occurring as a minor accompaniment to something more important.
What does ‘ingrained’ mean?
Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
What does ‘insolent’ mean?
Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
What does ‘lampoon’ mean?
Publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.
What does ‘lavish’ mean?
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.
What does ‘lugubrious’ mean?
Looking or sounding sad and dismal.
What does ‘macabre’ mean?
Disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with or depiction of death and injury.
What does ‘morose’ mean?
Sullen and ill-tempered.
What does ‘officious’ mean?
Assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, especially with regard to petty or trivial matters.
