2-8 Flashcards
hard to do; strenuous.
arduous
able to put one’s thoughts into words easily and clearly.
articulate
calmness
composure
tending to soothe or reconcile.
conciliatory
direct opposite. .
antithesis
gradually disappearing; fleeting.
evanescent
to sympathize with; to feel sorrow for another’s suffering.
commiserate
a feeling of contempt for anything that is regarded as unworthy.
disdain
to make oneself acceptable.
ingratiate
to cancel; to repeal; to set aside.
rescind
tranquil; unclouded.
serene
frayed or shabby.
threadbare
courteous suave; polished.
urbane
extremely biting or caustic; sharp and bitter.
vitriolic
of doubtful authenticity; counterfeit.
apocryphal
agreeing.
compatible
to pull down; to take apart.
dismantle
one interested in the pursuit of knowledge
virtuous
to make a situation worse; to irritate.
exacerbate
that which cannot be maintained or occupied; incapable of being defended or held.
untenable
