test vocab Flashcards
compatible
ADJ: Capable of getting along well with other people or things
George and Larry seem to have compatible personalities, as they get along quite well.
accommodate
V: 1) To be agreeable, acceptable, suitable,
2) To adapt.
ADJ: accommodating
1) This table is meant to accommodate six diners.
2) Jose worked to accommodate himself to the difficult economic times.
indifferent
ADJ: Showing no interest or concern
I really don’t care where we go for dinner tonight– I am entirely indifferent.
congenial
ADJ: Friendly, sociable, suited to one’s needs
The college aimed to create a congenial atmosphere for both professors and students.
aloof
ADJ: emotionally distant
The grandfather was generally aloof and uninterested in playing with his grandchildren.
hysterical
ADH: Having excessive and uncontrollable emotion.
N: Hysteria
When she heard the news, Susan reacted with hysterical sobbing.
apathetic
ADJ: showing no interest or concern
N: Apathy
Politicians are wondering why voters are so apathetic this election year.
sentimental
ADJ : Overly emotional
Although he had long outgrown it, Neil felt a sentimental attachment to his baby blanket.
amiable
ADJ: Friendly, kind, likable
Kelly was an amiable hostess, friendly and welcoming to all of her guests.
nonchalant
ADJ: CASUAL, CALM, unconcerned
The mayor’s nonchalant attitude toward the disaster lost him many supporters.
benevolent
ADJ: Kind, generous.
N: Benevolence
Queen Elizabeth was a benevolent ruler, generous and responsive to the needs of her people.
passive
ADJ: Lacking in energy or will, submissive
Tex is a passive group member, preferring to let others take charge and make decisions.
