10 more difficult Emotional/Personality descriptors

Question 1

Mellifluous

Answer 1

Word: Mellifluous
Definition: Sweet or pleasant-sounding, usually referring to a voice or sound.
Sentence Example: Her mellifluous voice captivated the audience during the recital.
Synonyms: Smooth, harmonious, melodious, sweet
Antonyms: Harsh, grating, discordant, jarring

Question 2

Lugubrious

Answer 2

Word: Lugubrious
Definition: Looking or sounding sad and dismal.
Sentence Example: His lugubrious expression at the party made everyone feel uncomfortable.
Synonyms: Sorrowful, mournful, gloomy, doleful
Antonyms: Cheerful, happy, joyful, light-hearted

Question 3

Impassive

Answer 3

Word: Impassive
Definition: Not showing any emotion or feeling; calm and unaffected.
Sentence Example: She remained impassive even when she received the disappointing news.
Synonyms: Emotionless, indifferent, stoic, unfeeling
Antonyms: Emotional, expressive, passionate, sympathetic

Question 4

Pernicious

Answer 4

Word: Pernicious
Definition: Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
Sentence Example: The pernicious effects of the toxic chemicals were not immediately apparent.
Synonyms: Harmful, damaging, destructive, deleterious
Antonyms: Beneficial, helpful, constructive, advantageous

Question 5

Sycophantic

Answer 5

Word: Sycophantic
Definition: Behaving in an excessively flattering or obedient way to gain favor.
Sentence Example: His sycophantic behavior towards the boss made everyone else uncomfortable.
Synonyms: Obsequious, servile, fawning, submissive
Antonyms: Independent, assertive, straightforward, rebellious

Question 6

Vociferous

Answer 6

Word: Vociferous
Definition: Expressing feelings or opinions in a very loud or forceful way.
Sentence Example: The vociferous protests filled the streets as the crowd demanded justice.
Synonyms: Noisy, loud, clamorous, outspoken
Antonyms: Quiet, silent, soft-spoken, mute

Question 7

Perfunctory

Answer 7

Word: Perfunctory
Definition: Done in a routine or mechanical way, lacking enthusiasm or effort.
Sentence Example: His perfunctory response to the question showed he wasn’t really engaged.
Synonyms: Superficial, cursory, careless, indifferent
Antonyms: Thorough, detailed, attentive, engaged

Question 8

Esoteric

Answer 8

Word: Esoteric
Definition: Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge.
Sentence Example: The professor’s esoteric lecture on quantum mechanics was hard for most of the students to follow.
Synonyms: Cryptic, obscure, arcane, abstruse
Antonyms: Clear, simple, accessible, straightforward

Question 9

Irascible

Answer 9

Word: Irascible
Definition: Easily angered or prone to outbursts of anger.
Sentence Example: His irascible nature made it difficult to have a calm conversation with him.
Synonyms: Irritable, short-tempered, hot-headed, cranky
Antonyms: Calm, patient, composed, tolerant

Question 10

Obsequious

Answer 10

Word: Obsequious
Definition: Excessively eager to please or obey; overly submissive.
Sentence Example: The obsequious assistant always agreed with the manager, even when he knew it was wrong.
Synonyms: Servile, fawning, sycophantic, ingratiating
Antonyms: Independent, assertive, rebellious, authoritative