set 1 Flashcards
What does ‘abate’ mean?
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity.
What is the definition of ‘benevolent’?
Well-meaning and kindly.
What does ‘candid’ refer to?
Truthful and straightforward; frank.
Define ‘deferential’.
Showing respect and esteem due to a superior or elder.
What is the meaning of ‘emulate’?
To strive to equal or match, especially by imitating.
What does ‘frugal’ mean?
Economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing.
Define ‘gregarious’.
Fond of company; sociable.
What does ‘hasten’ mean?
To move or act quickly; to speed up.
What is the definition of ‘imminent’?
About to happen; impending.
What does ‘juxtapose’ mean?
To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect.
Define ‘kinetic’.
Relating to or resulting from motion.
What does ‘lucid’ mean?
Expressed clearly; easy to understand.
What is the meaning of ‘meticulous’?
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Define ‘novel’ in the context of ideas.
New or unusual in an interesting way.
What does ‘obscure’ mean?
Not discovered or known about; uncertain.
What is the definition of ‘paradox’?
A statement that contradicts itself but may still be true.
What does ‘quintessential’ mean?
Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Define ‘resilient’.
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
What does ‘sanguine’ mean?
Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.
What is the meaning of ‘tenacious’?
Holding firm to a purpose or course of action; persistent.
What does ‘ubiquitous’ mean?
Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
Define ‘vicarious’.
Experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person.
What does ‘wary’ mean?
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
What is the definition of ‘zealous’?
Having or showing zeal; passionate.
