AP Lang vocab 2 Flashcards
Apprehension
Apprehension: Fear or worry about something in the future.
Sentence: She felt apprehension before her final exam because she didn’t feel prepared.
Arbitrary
Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
Sentence: The teacher’s decision to cancel class seemed arbitrary since there was no real reason for it.
Archaic
Very old or outdated.
Sentence: The computer at the library was so archaic it could barely load websites.
Arrogance
Having too much pride in oneself and thinking you’re better than others.
Sentence: His arrogance made it hard for him to make friends because no one liked how he acted superior.
Articulate
Able to express ideas clearly and effectively.
Sentence: She is very articulate and can explain complex ideas in a way everyone understands.
Artifact
An object made by a human being, usually of cultural or historical interest.
Sentence: The museum displayed artifacts from ancient Egypt, like pottery and tools.
Artisan
A person skilled in making things by hand.
Sentence: The artisan created beautiful handmade jewelry that was sold at the market.
Ascendency
A position of power or influence over others.
Sentence: The political party gained ascendancy after winning the election.
Ascetic
A person who practices strict self-discipline and avoids pleasure, often for religious reasons.
Sentence: The monk lived an ascetic life, giving up all luxuries to focus on spiritual growth.
Aspire
To aim or hope for something.
Sentence: She aspires to become a doctor and help people in need.
Astute
Having the ability to notice and understand things clearly; sharp or clever.
Sentence: His astute observation of the situation helped solve the problem quickly.
Attribute
A quality or feature of something or someone.
Sentence: Patience is a key attribute of a good teacher.
Augment
To increase or make something larger.
Sentence: She took extra classes to augment her knowledge in biology.
Austere
Strict, serious, and without comfort.
Sentence: The room was austere, with just a bed and a chair.
Authoritarian
Demanding complete obedience, often using strict control.
Sentence: The authoritarian leader didn’t allow people to speak out against the government.
Autonomous
Having the freedom to govern or make decisions independently.
Sentence: After years of being controlled by another country, they finally became an autonomous nation.
Aversion
A strong dislike or disinclination toward something.
Sentence: He had an aversion to spiders and avoided going anywhere near them.
Belie
To give a false impression of something.
Sentence: Her calm face belied the anxiety she was feeling inside.
Benevolent
Kind and wanting to do good for others.
Sentence: The benevolent organization provided free meals to those in need.
Bolster
To support or strengthen.
Sentence: The coach’s encouragement bolstered the team’s confidence.
Braggart
Someone who brags a lot or boasts about their achievements.
Sentence: No one liked talking to him because he was such a braggart, always showing off his successes.
Brevity
The quality of being brief or short in duration.
Sentence: The brevity of his speech made it more powerful and to the point.
Cajole
To persuade someone to do something by flattery or gentle urging.
Sentence: She tried to cajole her friend into going to the party by promising it would be fun.
Calculated
Done with thought and planning, often for a specific outcome.
Sentence: His actions were calculated to ensure he got the best possible deal.
Candor
The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward.
Sentence: Her candor was refreshing because she always told the truth, even when it was hard.
Capricious
Given to sudden changes in mood or behavior.
Sentence: His capricious nature made it difficult to predict how he would react to situations.
Censorious
Highly critical or disapproving.
Sentence: The censorious comments from the critic hurt the artist’s feelings.
Censure
To criticize or express strong disapproval, often in an official way.
Sentence: The politician was censured for his inappropriate behavior during the meeting.
