Deck 5 Flashcards
What is the primary meaning of ‘Ritual’?
A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Ritual’?
A series of actions or type of behavior regularly and invariably followed by someone.
What are some synonyms for ‘Ritual’?
Ceremony, Rite, Custom, Practice, Tradition.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Itinerant’?
Traveling from place to place.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Itinerant’?
A person who travels from place to place.
What are some synonyms for ‘Itinerant’?
Nomadic, Roaming, Wandering, Traveling, Migrant.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Idyllic’?
Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.
What are some synonyms for ‘Idyllic’?
Perfect, Blissful, Peaceful, Ideal, Serene.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Inquisitive’?
Curious or inquiring.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Inquisitive’?
Unduly curious about the affairs of others; prying.
What are some synonyms for ‘Inquisitive’?
Curious, Inquiring, Nosy, Questioning, Investigative.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Cathartic’?
Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Cathartic’?
(In medicine) purgative.
What are some synonyms for ‘Cathartic’?
Purifying, Cleansing, Emotional, Therapeutic, Laxative.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Elusive’?
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Elusive’?
Difficult to remember or recall.
What are some synonyms for ‘Elusive’?
Evasive, Slippery, Unattainable, Hard to catch, Fleeting.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Calibrate’?
Mark (a gauge or instrument) with a standard scale of readings.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Calibrate’?
Carefully assess, set, or adjust (something abstract).
What are some synonyms for ‘Calibrate’?
Adjust, Tune, Align, Standardize, Measure.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Slovenly’?
(Especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Slovenly’?
Careless; excessively casual.
What are some synonyms for ‘Slovenly’?
Untidy, Messy, Slipshod, Disheveled, Negligent.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Daunt’?
Make (someone) feel intimidated, anxious, or fearful
What are some synonyms for ‘Daunt’?
Intimidate, Discourage, Deter, Unnerve, Frighten.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Assertive’?
Having or showing a confident and forceful personality.
What are some synonyms for ‘Assertive’?
Confident, Decisive, Self-assured, Bold, Forceful.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Indictment’?
A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Indictment’?
A thing that serves to illustrate that a system or situation is bad and deserves to be condemned.
What are some synonyms for ‘Indictment’?
Accusation, Charge, Allegation, Complaint, Impeachment.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Amorphous’?
Without a clearly defined shape or form.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Amorphous’?
Lacking a clear structure or focus.
What are some synonyms for ‘Amorphous’?
Shapeless, Formless, Unstructured, Indefinite, Nebulous.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Expatiate’?
Speak or write at length or in detail.
What are some synonyms for ‘Expatiate’?
Elaborate, Expand, Enlarge, Dwell, Embellish.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Buttress’?
A projecting support of stone or brick built against a wall.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Buttress’?
A source of defense or support.
What is the tertiary meaning of ‘Buttress’?
Strengthen or reinforce.
What are some synonyms for ‘Buttress’?
Support, Reinforce, Strengthen, Prop up, Shore up.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Sadistic’?
Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others.
What are some synonyms for ‘Sadistic’?
Cruel, Brutal, Vicious, Inhumane, Barbaric.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Wily’?
Skilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.
What are some synonyms for ‘Wily’?
Cunning, Crafty, Sly, Shrewd, Clever.
What are some synonyms for ‘Mordant’?
Caustic, Sarcastic, Acidic, Sharp, Biting.
What are some synonyms for ‘Rational’?
Logical, Reasonable, Sensible, Sound, Prudent.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Jeopardize’?
Put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure.
What are some synonyms for ‘Jeopardize’?
Endanger, Risk, Threaten, Imperil, Menace.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Overuse’?
Use (something) too much or too often.
What are some synonyms for ‘Overuse’?
Excessive use, Overexploitation, Overexertion, Abuse, Misuse.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Slight’?
Small in degree; inconsiderable.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Slight’?
Insult through disregard or disrespect; snub.
What is the tertiary meaning of ‘Slight’?
Thin, slender, or delicate in build or structure.
What are some synonyms for ‘Slight’?
Minor, Trivial, Negligible, Insult, Disparage.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Staple’?
A basic or essential food item.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Staple’?
A main or important element of something, especially of a diet.
What are some synonyms for ‘Staple’?
Mainstay, Basic, Essential, Fundamental, Key.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Buoyant’?
Able to stay afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Buoyant’?
Cheerful and optimistic.
What is the tertiary meaning of ‘Buoyant’?
(Economics) Showing a tendency to increase or remain at a high level, as in economic markets.
What are some synonyms for ‘Buoyant’?
Floatable, Resilient, Upbeat, Positive, Spirited.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Stint’?
A person’s fixed or allotted period of work.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Stint’?
To restrict or limit in quantity or extent.
What are some synonyms for ‘Stint’?
Term, Spell, Assignment, Skimp, Economize.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Camaraderie’?
Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
What are some synonyms for ‘Camaraderie’?
Friendship, Fellowship, Comradeship, Solidarity, Brotherhood.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Parsimonious’?
Unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal.
What are some synonyms for ‘Parsimonious’?
Miserly, Stingy, Tightfisted, Mean, Thrifty.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Enviable’?
Arousing or likely to arouse envy.
What are some synonyms for ‘Enviable’?
Desirable, Covetable, Admirable, Jealousy-inducing, Fortunate.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Deprecate’?
Express disapproval of.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Deprecate’?
Play down; make little of.
What are some synonyms for ‘Deprecate’?
Disapprove, Deplore, Oppose, Belittle, Criticize.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Rigor’?
The quality of being extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Rigor’?
Severity or strictness.
What is the tertiary meaning of ‘Rigor’?
(Medicine) A sudden feeling of cold with shivering accompanied by a rise in temperature, often with copious sweating, especially at the onset or height of a fever.
What are some synonyms for ‘Rigor’?
Thoroughness, Strictness, Precision, Rigidity, Harshness.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Showy’?
Making a great or impressive display.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Showy’?
(of a plant or flower) Having a striking appearance or conspicuous beauty.
What are some synonyms for ‘Showy’?
Flashy, Ostentatious, Flamboyant, Splashy, Extravagant.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Circumscribe’?
Restrict (something) within limits.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Circumscribe’?
Draw a figure around another, touching it at points but not cutting it.
What are some synonyms for ‘Circumscribe’?
Limit, Confine, Restrict, Bound, Constrain.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Improvise’?
Create and perform (music, drama, or verse) spontaneously or without preparation.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Improvise’?
Produce or make (something) from whatever is available.
What are some synonyms for ‘Improvise’?
Ad-lib, Invent, Concoct, Devise, Extemporize.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Resolute’?
Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
What are some synonyms for ‘Resolute’?
Determined, Steadfast, Firm, Unyielding, Unwavering.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Unmistakable’?
Clear; cannot be misunderstood or misinterpreted.
What are some synonyms for ‘Unmistakable’?
Clear, Obvious, Evident, Undeniable, Indisputable.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Paragon’?
A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Paragon’?
A perfect diamond of 100 carats or more.
What are the synonyms for ‘Paragon’?
Exemplar, Ideal, Model, Quintessence, Epitome.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Consequential’?
Following as a result or effect.
Example: “The storm had serious consequential damage.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Consequential’?
Important or significant.
Example: “She was a consequential figure in the art world.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Consequential’?
Significant, Important, Major, Momentous, Substantial.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Delineate’?
Describe or portray (something) precisely.
Example: “His book delineates the complex series of events leading up to the war.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Delineate’?
Indicate the exact position of (a border or boundary).
Example: “Maps delineate the boundary of each electoral district.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Delineate’?
Describe, Outline, Define, Depict, Demarcate.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Onerous’?
(Of a task, duty, or responsibility) involving an amount of effort and difficulty that is oppressively burdensome.
Example: “The onerous task of finding a solution fell to her.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Onerous’?
Burdensome, Heavy, Laborious, Arduous, Difficult.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Tactless’?
Having or showing a lack of skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.
Example: “His tactless comment upset everyone at the meeting.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Tactless’?
Insensitive, Inconsiderate, Indiscreet, Thoughtless, Undiplomatic.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Competent’?
Having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully.
Example: “She is highly competent in her field of research.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Competent’?
Efficient and capable.
Example: “A competent mechanic fixed the car.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Competent’?
Capable, Skilled, Proficient, Able, Qualified.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Wheedle’?
Employ endearments or flattery to persuade someone to do something or give one something.
Example: “He managed to wheedle extra dessert out of his mother with his charming smile.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Wheedle’?
Coax, Cajole, Persuade, Inveigle, Flatter.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Unappreciated’?
Not fully recognized, valued, or understood.
Example: “Her contributions to the project were largely unappreciated.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Unappreciated’?
Not given thanks or acknowledgment.
Example: “He felt unappreciated despite all his hard work.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Unappreciated’?
Undervalued, Overlooked, Unrecognized, Underestimated, Neglected.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Redoubtable’?
Formidable, especially as an opponent.
Example: “The team faced a redoubtable challenger in the finals.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Redoubtable’?
Commanding respect.
Example: “Her redoubtable achievements in science earned her many awards.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Redoubtable’?
Formidable, Respected, Fearsome, Daunting, Impressive.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Unobjectionable’?
Not objectionable; unlikely to cause offense or disagreement.
Example: “His proposal was unobjectionable to the committee.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Unobjectionable’?
Acceptable, Agreeable, Pleasant, Unoffensive, Palatable.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Prudent’?
Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Example: “It is prudent to save for retirement.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Prudent’?
Wise, Careful, Cautious, Sensible, Judicious.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Coin’?
Invent or devise (a new word or phrase).
Example: “She coined the term ‘blogosphere.’”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Coin’?
Make (metal) into coins.
Example: “The mint coined new currency.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Coin’?
Invent, Create, Devise, Fabricate, Mint.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Admonish’?
Warn or reprimand someone firmly.
Example: “She was admonished for her unauthorized use of company resources.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Admonish’?
Advise or urge (someone) earnestly.
Example: “He was admonished to act more responsibly.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Admonish’?
Reprimand, Scold, Rebuke, Chide, Caution.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Sycophant’?
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage; a servile flatterer.
Example: “The celebrity was surrounded by sycophants who wanted to be seen with him.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Sycophant’?
Flatterer, Toady, Yes-man, Brownnoser, Bootlicker.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Celebrated’?
Greatly admired; renowned; famous.
Example: “She was a celebrated author, known for her novels.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Celebrated’?
Famous, Renowned, Distinguished, Noted, Acclaimed.
What is the primary meaning of ‘Unsound’?
Not solid or firm; in poor condition.
Example: “The bridge was found to be unsound and needed repairs.”
What is the secondary meaning of ‘Unsound’?
Not based on sound evidence or reasoning; faulty.
Example: “His argument is unsound and easily refuted.”
What are the synonyms for ‘Unsound’?
Flawed, Faulty, Invalid, Weak, Unstable.
