High Stakes Words 13, 14, 15 Flashcards
Strong dislike
antipathy
sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
compassion
behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety.
decorum
filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.
exuberant
unable to be placated.
implacable
not harmful or offensive.
innocuous
required by law or rules; compulsory.
mandatory
calm, dignified, and unhurried.
sedate
demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of a bargain or agreement.
stipulate
brisk and cheerful readiness.
alacrity
a person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.
antithesis
regard or represent as being of little worth.
disparage
curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement.
a jester or entertainer; a buffoon.
droll
very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.
magnanimous
revoke, cancel, or repeal (a law, order, or agreement).
rescind
(especially of a woman) attractively lively and animated.
vivacious
become accustomed to a new climate or to new conditions.
acclimate
showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one’s achievements.
complacent
be of the same opinion; agree.
concur
the action of damaging the good reputation of someone; slander or libel.
defamation
comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.
a very ugly or comically distorted figure, creature, or image.
grotesque
formally declare one’s abandonment of (a claim, right, or possession).
renounce
eager, keen
zealous
