Vocab #3

Question 1

Impetus (noun)

Answer 1

The force or energy with which the body moves; the force that makes something happen or happen more quickly.

Question 2

Testimonial (noun)

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Trite (adj.)

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Cliche (noun)

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Explicit (adj.)

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Implicit (adj.)

Answer 6

Implied though not plainly expressed.

Question 7

Incredulous (adj.)

Answer 7

(Of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something.

Question 8

Denounce (verb)

Answer 8

Publicly declare to be wrong or evil.

Question 9

Debase (verb)

Answer 9

Reduce (something) in quality or value; degrade.

Question 10

Acerbic (adj.)

Answer 10

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

Question 11

Interminable (adj.)

Answer 11

Endless (often used hyperbolically)

Question 12

Insufferable (adj.)

Answer 12

Too extreme to bear; intolerable.

Question 13

Existential (adj.)

Answer 13

Relating to existence.

Question 14

Vehement (adj.)

Answer 14

Showing strong feeling; feeling, passionate, or intense.

Question 15

Juxtapose (verb)

Answer 15

Place or deal with close together for contrasting effect.