21-40 Flashcards
21-Misanthrope
person who dislikes or distrusts people in general
22-Philanthropy
love of mankind, act of generosity
23-Pejorative
having a disparaging, derogatory, or belittling effect or force; insult or putdown
24-Moratorium
a sanctioned period where payments are delayed; any negotiated delay in an action
25-Parsimonious
too economical; stingy; miserly
26-Aversion
a dislike or distaste for something
27-Inadvertent
lax, careless; without intention
28-Indifferent
not caring either way; neutral
29-Objective
without bias
30-Discriminate
to differentiate; to see the difference
31-Denounce
to speak out against; to condemn
32-Innovate
to be creative; to think of something new
33-Novel
new, original
34-Disdain
arrogant scorn; contempt; to think unworthy of your notice
35-Discernment
insight; ability to see things clearly; acute judgement
36-Abstract
theoretical; lacking substance
37-Pragmatic
of or relating to a practical point of view or practical considerations
38-Eccentric
irregular; peculiar; odd
39-Idiosyncrasy
a trait or behavior unique to an individual
40-Benevolent
kind; good hearted; generous
