Words (6) Flashcards
(41 cards)
What does ‘vacillate’ mean?
To physically sway or be indecisive; waver in one’s mind or opinions.
Example: ‘He tends to vacillate when making decisions.’
What does ‘sanguine’ mean?
Cheerfully optimistic and hopeful; ruddy.
Example: ‘She remained sanguine despite the challenges ahead.’
What does ‘reticent’ mean?
Not talking much; reserved or reluctant to express thoughts and feelings.
Example: ‘He was reticent about his plans for the future.’
What does ‘repudiate’ mean?
To reject the validity of something; refuse to acknowledge.
Example: ‘She decided to repudiate the allegations against her.’
What does ‘prevaricate’ mean?
To lie or deviate from the truth; to speak or act evasively.
Example: ‘He tends to prevaricate when asked direct questions.’
What does ‘pragmatic’ mean?
Practical; dealing with actual facts and reality.
Example: ‘She took a pragmatic approach to solving the problem.’
What does ‘phlegmatic’ mean?
Calm and unemotional in temperament; sluggish.
Example: ‘His phlegmatic demeanor made him an excellent mediator.’
What does ‘perspicacious’ mean?
Having penetrating insight or good discernment; shrewd.
Example: ‘Her perspicacious observations impressed everyone.’
What does ‘perfunctory’ mean?
Done in a routine way; indifferent; superficial.
Example: ‘His perfunctory response showed a lack of interest.’
What does ‘obsequious’ mean?
Overly submissive and eager to please; servile.
Example: ‘The obsequious assistant always agreed with the boss.’
What does ‘nadir’ mean?
The lowest point.
Example: ‘The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.’
What does ‘meticulous’ mean?
Extremely careful; precise and attentive to detail.
Example: ‘Her meticulous nature ensured that nothing was overlooked.’
What does ‘malleable’ mean?
Capable of being shaped or bent.
Example: ‘Gold is a malleable metal that can be easily shaped.’
What does ‘laconic’ mean?
Using few words; concise.
Example: ‘His laconic reply left everyone wanting more information.’
What does ‘irascible’ mean?
Easily made angry; irritable.
Example: ‘Her irascible nature made her difficult to work with.’
What does ‘intrepid’ mean?
Fearless; resolutely courageous.
Example: ‘The intrepid explorer ventured into uncharted territories.’
What does ‘innocuous’ mean?
Harmless; inoffensive.
Example: ‘The innocuous comment did not offend anyone.’
What does ‘inchoate’ mean?
Not fully formed; disorganized.
Example: ‘The project was still inchoate and needed more planning.’
What does ‘iconoclast’ mean?
One who opposes established beliefs, customs, and institutions.
Example: ‘As an iconoclast, he challenged traditional views.’
What does ‘hyperbole’ mean?
Purposeful exaggeration for effect.
Example: ‘His use of hyperbole made the story more entertaining.’
What does ‘gregarious’ mean?
Outgoing; sociable; fond of the company of others.
Example: ‘She was gregarious and loved to host parties.’
What does ‘glib’ mean?
Fluent in an insincere manner; superficial.
Example: ‘His glib remarks did not convince anyone of his sincerity.’
What does ‘garrulous’ mean?
Tending to talk a lot; talkative.
Example: ‘The garrulous neighbor often shared stories for hours.’
What does ‘furtive’ mean?
Secret; stealthy; done secretly.
Example: ‘He cast a furtive glance at the forbidden area.’
