English 4 Flashcards
Revere
Feel deep respect or admiration for something or someone
Lethargic
Sluggish, Apathetic, Worn out
Ubiquitous
Present, Appearing, or found everywhere
equanimity
mental calmness,composure,and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation
trepidatious
apprehensive or nervous; a feeling of fear or agitation
Negligent
Failing to take proper care in something
Facade
an outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant or creditable reality
permeate
spread throughout
perfunctory
carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection
punitive
inflicting or intended as punishment; extremely high
feasible
possible to do easily or conveniently; likely, probable
congenial
pleasant because of a personality, qualities, or interests that are similar to one’s own
confidant
a person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them to not repeat it to others
reclusive
avoiding the company of other people solitary
advocate
a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy; to publicly recommend or support