English List 6 Flashcards
Altruistic
Thoughtful of the welfare of others; self-sacrificing
Despot
One with unlimited power; dictator; tyrant
Emulate
To try to equal or exceed
Hedonist
One who lives solely for pleasure
Latent
Lying hidden and undeveloped; present but invisible or inactive
Dignified
Possessing or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect; someone who is noble, majestic, or distinguished
Pompous
Self-important; magnificent; stately
Rancor
Strong hate or bitter feeling
Raze
To tear down completely; to destroy
Apathetic
Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Choleric
Extremely irritable or easily angered
Foreboding
A strong inner feeling or notion of a future misfortune, evil, etc.
Sentimental
Expressive of or appealing to sentiment, especially the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia.
Somber
Gloomy, depressing, dismal
Straightforward
Direct; honest; clear-cut; blunt; candid