Week 11 Flashcards
inundate
The author was inundated with fan mail after the release of her bestselling novel.
to flood or overwhelm with a large amount of something, often to the point of excess or saturation
fruitless
The detective’s search for clues proved fruitless, leaving him no closer to solving the mystery.
unsuccessful or unproductive; not yielding the desired result
poignant
The poignant scene in the novel brought tears to the reader’s eyes, moving her with its raw emotional power.
evoking a strong sense of emotion or nostalgia; deeply affecting or touching
garbled
The message was garbled and filled with static, making it impossible to discern what the speaker was saying.
distorted or confused, often making it difficult to understand or follow.
sanguine
The protagonist remained sanguine even in the midst of great danger, believing that she would emerge victorious in the end.
optimistic or positive, often in the face of adversity or uncertainty
phlegmatic
The character of Mr. Darcy in “Pride and Prejudice” was often phlegmatic, concealing his true feelings behind a cool and reserved exterior.
calm or composed, often to the point of being unemotional or indifferent
corroborate
The witness’s testimony corroborated the victim’s story, helping to build a stronger case against the accused.
to confirm or support with evidence or testimony
comprehensive
The encyclopedia provided a comprehensive overview of world history, detailing the major events and movements that had shaped human civilization.
complete or thorough, covering all aspects or details of a subject
zealous
The volunteer was zealous in her efforts to help those in need, working tirelessly to make a difference in the community.
passionate or enthusiastic, often to an excessive or extreme degree
coerce
The bully tried to coerce the younger children into giving him their lunch money, using threats and intimidation to get what he wanted.
to force or compel someone to do something, often against their will
elapse
Several hours had elapsed since the start of the party, with guests coming and going throughout the evening.
to pass or go by, often in reference to time or a period of time
meticulous
The chef was meticulous in his preparation of the meal, ensuring that every ingredient was measured and cooked to perfection.
careful or precise, paying close attention to detail and accuracy
domicile
The wealthy businessman’s luxurious domicile was the envy of all his peers, with its sprawling gardens and opulent furnishings.
a person’s home or place of residence; to reside or live in a particular place
lax
The teacher’s lax grading policy made it easy for students to pass with minimal effort, leading to complaints from parents and administrators.
relaxed or lenient, often in reference to rules or standards
sporadic
The rain showers were sporadic throughout the day, with periods of sunshine and clouds in between.
occurring irregularly or infrequently, often without a predictable pattern or schedule
rash
The hero’s rash decision to charge into battle nearly cost him his life, putting himself and his companions in grave danger.
impulsive or hasty, often without proper consideration or forethought
conjecture
The detective’s conjecture about the suspect’s motive turned out to be correct, leading to a breakthrough in the case.
to speculate or guess without conclusive evidence; a hypothesis or assumption based on incomplete information
obviate
The new security measures were designed to obviate any potential threats to the building, ensuring the safety of all who entered.
to prevent or avoid something, often by taking action in advance or removing the underlying cause
lurid
The tabloid’s lurid headlines and salacious stories were a constant source of scandal and controversy.
shocking or sensational, often in a graphic or explicit manner
quip
The comedian’s quips and jokes kept the audience laughing and entertained, providing a much-needed break from the stresses of everyday life.
a witty or humorous remark, often made in a casual or offhand manner
