Word of the day (English) Flashcards
Adamant
Refusing to be persuaded or to change one’s mind
Blasé
Unimpressed or indifferent to something because one has experienced or seen it so often before
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior
Discombobulate
State of confusion, disoriented
Haggard
Looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering
Egocentric
Thinking only of oneself, without regard for the feelings or desires of others, self-centered.
Frugal
Sparing or economical with regard to money or food
Gregarious
Fond of company, social. Or a very extroverted person
Heinous
Utterly odious (repulsive) or wicked/evil. A person or wrongful act, especially a crime
Impetuous
Acting or done quickly without thought or care
Ambivalent
having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.
Enigma
a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. (Unicorn)
Garner
gather or collect (something , information, approval)
Imperative
of vital importance, crucial
Pretentious
attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, or culture that is actually possessed. People who are arrogant.
Sedentary
tending to spend much time seated, somewhat inactive.
Taciturn
reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little. Grumpy, don’t want to talk to people. Angry silence
Esoteric
intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.
Copious
abundant in supply or quantity.
Precarious
not securely held or in position, dangerously likely to fall or collapse.
Procure
obtain something, especially with care or effort.
Synchronize
cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
Veritable
true, not fake, definitely true
Affluence
the state of having a great deal of money, wealth.
Exonerate
Absolve (set or declare someone free from blame, guilt or responsibility) someone from blame for a fault or wrongdoing.
Impede
delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them/ hinder.
Writhe
make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body. Bad thing
Ingratiating
intended to gain approval or favor. Kissing up to a higher up.
Stupefied
make Someone unable to think or feel properly.
Scrutinize
examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
