Vocab Flashcards
(24 cards)
Acquiesce
Accept something reluctantly but without protest
Altruism
An unselfish person whose actions show concern for the welfare of others
Ambiguous
Open to multiple interpretations; having more than one possible meaning
Ambitious
Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed
Anomaly
Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
Brevity
Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech
Contentious
Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial
Devise
Plan or invent (a complex procedure, system, or mechanism) by careful thought
Disparage
To criticize someone or something in a way that shows a lack of respect
Enigma
Refers to something that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand
Epitome
A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type
Erratic
Describes something that is unpredictable or inconsistent in behavior or action
Excessive
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate
Extravagant
Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources
Inept
Having or showing no skill; clumsy
Introspection
The examination or observation of one’s own mental and emotional processes
Lucrative
Producing a great deal of profit
Persistent
Continuing to do something despite difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement
Refute
Prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; disprove
Succinct
Describes something that is brief, clear, and to the point
Tenacious
Having or showing a strong and determined persistence in achieving a goal, despite obstacles and difficulties
Torrential
Characterized by heavy, fast-flowing streams of water or rain
Ubiquitous
Present, appearing, or found everywhere
Polyglot
Knowing or using several languages
