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Ch 12&13 Voc
Reading Ch 12&13 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| conversely | in opposite manner |
| charisma | charm |
| quest | a search |
| contemporary | common |
| contend | claim |
| prevalent | up-to-date |
| proponent | someone who supports a cause |
| poignant | touching |
| traumatic | causing painful emotions, with possible long-lasting psychological effects |
| extrovert | an outgoing, sociable person |
| perception | impression |
| prone | having a tendency |
| relentless | persistent |
| rationale | logical bases |
| flippant | disrespectful and not serious enough |
| congenial | friendly; sociable |
| prompt | motivate |
| reprisal | revenge |
| impasses | dead end |
| rapport | relationship, esp. one that is close, trusting, or sympathetic |