Chapter 2 Vocabulary Flashcards
Renown
Noun
The state of being known and celebrated by many
Ant. Disgrace, ridiculed
Tangent
Noun
An abrupt change of course
Ant. On-task
Kismet
Noun
Fate, destiny
Ant. Coincidence
Exonerate
Verb
To be free from blame or guilt
Ant. Condemn, convict
Altruism
Noun
A selfless act
Ant. Greed
Myopic
Adjective
So focused on one thing that the whole picture can’t be seen
Ant. Thoughtful, wise
Gregarious
Adjective
Social, outgoing
Ant. Shy, antisocial
Nuance
Noun
A subtle difference, distinction
Ant. Opposite, separation
Covert
Adjective
Secret, hidden
Ant. Open
Tenacious
Adjective
Not letting go of or giving up on something one holds dear, stubborn
Ant. Weak, surrendering
Curmudgeon
Noun
A bad-tempered/unpleasant person
Ant. Angel
Sojourn
Noun
A temporary stay, journey
Ant. Relocation
Solace
Noun
Comfort in a time of stress or sadness
Ant. Agitation, stressor
Pedestrian
Adjective
Ordinary, lacking inspiration
Ant. Unique
Galvanize
Verb
Shock/excite
Ant. Depress, deter