Core vocabulary set two Flashcards
hysterical
(adj.) having excessive and uncontrollable emotion
Ex: When she heard the news, Susan reacted with hysterical sobbing.
(n.) hysteria
Ex: Susan responded with hysteria.
benevolent
(adj.) kind, generous
Ex: Queen Elizabeth was a benevolent ruler, generous and responsive to the needs of her people.
(n.) benevolence
compassionate
(adj.) kind, sympathetic
Ex: Mrs. White was a firm instructor but also compassionate towards her students.
(n.) compassion
Ex: Mrs. White had a lot of compassion for her students.
empathy
(n.) understanding another’s feelings
Ex: Caring and considerate, Liam always expressed deep empathy towards others.
(adj) empathetic
Ex: Liam was empathetic towards others.
charismatic
(adj.) charming
Ex: With his naturally magnetic and charming personality, he was a charismatic leader.
(n.) charisma
Ex: He had charisma.
engaging
(adj.) interesting, charming, attractive
Ex: The students found the hands-on activity more engaging than simply reading a textbook.
gracious
(adj.) charming, generous, polite
Ex: Always a good sport, the losing player was still gracious in defeat
courteous
(adj.) polite
Ex: The staff was courteous and helpful when asked for advice.
(n.) courtesy
Ex: The staff treated others with courtesy.
cordial
(adj.) polite, friendly
Ex: The president extended a cordial invitation to the Chinese and Korean ambassadors.
tact
(n.) consideration and sensitivity in dealing with others
Ex: Diplomats must display tact when dealing with sensitive issues between nations.
(adj.) tactful
Ex: Diplomats must be tactful.