Vocab 3

Question 1

the force that makes something happen or happen more quickly.

Answer 1

Impetus

Question 2

a formal statement testifying to someone’s character and qualifications.

Answer 2

Testimonial

Question 3

(of a remark, opinion, or idea) overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality or freshness.

Answer 3

Trite

Question 4

a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.

Answer 4

Cliche

Question 5

stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

Answer 5

Explicit

Question 6

implied though not plainly expressed.

Answer 6

Implicit

Question 7

unwilling or unable to believe something.

Answer 7

Incredulous

Question 8

publicly declare to be wrong or evil.

Answer 8

Denounce

Question 9

reduce (something) in quality or value.

Answer 9

Debase

Question 10

(especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright.

Answer 10

Acerbic

Question 11

having or seeming to have no end

Answer 11

Interminable

Question 12

too extreme to bear; intolerable.

Answer 12

Insufferable

Question 13

relating to or dealing with existence (especially with human existence)

Answer 13

Existential

Question 14

marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions

Answer 14

Vehement

Question 15

to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)

Answer 15

Juxtapose