20 Vocab Words Part 13

Question 1

mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

Answer 1

Equanimity

Question 2

having little or no money.

Answer 2

Impecunious

Question 3

the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

Answer 3

Poignancy

Question 4

the state or quality of being serious and dignified.

a formal, dignified rite or ceremony.

Answer 4

Solemnity

Question 5

gaiety and fun.

Answer 5

Meriment

Question 6

complimentary or flattering to an excessive degree.

of large size or quantity; generous or abundant.

Answer 6

Fulsome

Question 7

shining brightly; radiant.

Answer 7

Effulgent

Question 8

(of a person) excessively or ingratiatingly flattering; oily.

(chiefly of minerals) having a greasy or soapy feel.

Answer 8

Unctuous

Question 9

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.

Answer 9

Lassitude

Question 10

the act of spreading something, especially information, widely; circulation.

Answer 10

Dissemination

Question 11

speak or write about (something) with great hostility.

Answer 11

Inveighed

Question 12

assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty.

assume an office or position.

Answer 12

Aceeded

Question 13

contrary to intuition or to common-sense expectation (but often nevertheless true).

Answer 13

Counterintuitive

Question 14

showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.

Answer 14

Punctilious

Question 15

(especially of an old person) active; lively.

Answer 15

Spry

Question 16

showing or having skill, especially with the hands.

Answer 16

Dexterous

Question 17

a person who is from 70 to 79 years old.

Answer 17

Septuagenarium

Question 18

grayish white.

Old and trite

Answer 18

Hoary

Question 19

1.
able to burn or corrode organic tissue by chemical action.

sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.

Answer 19

Caustic

Question 20

unable to be measured or understood; extremely deep.

Answer 20

Fathomless