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D.S Buzz Words

For the Dramatically Speaking Packet's Buzz Words.

Term Definition/synonym
Ingenuity (N) The quality of being clever, original, and inventive. (synonyms: (N) creativity)
Intrigue (V) Arouse the curiosity or interest of. (N) The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental to someone. (synonyms: (V) fascinate, (N) plot)
Kindred (N) One's family and relations. (ADJ) Similar in kind (synonyms: (N) family, (ADJ) related)
Languish (V) Lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble. (synonyms: (V) weaken)
Momentous (ADJ) Of great importance or significance, especially in its bearing on the future. (synonyms: (ADJ) Important)
Monologue (N) A long speech by one actor in a play or movie, or as part of a theatrical or broadcast program. (synonyms: (N) address)
Precarious (ADJ) Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse; dependent on chance. (synonyms: uncertain)
Quandary (N) A state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation. (synonyms: (N) predicament)
Rebuke (V) Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions. (N) An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism. (synonyms: (V) reprimand, (N) scolding)
Transaction (N) An Exchange of transfer of goods, services, or funds. (synonyms: (N) trade)
Abolish (V) Formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution) .(synonyms: (V) end)
Apprehend (V) Arrest (someone) for a crime. (synonyms: (V) arrest)
Audacious (ADJ) Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risk; showing an impudent lack of respect. (synonyms: (ADJ) daring, rude)
Defer (V) Put off to a later time. (synonyms: (V) Postpone)
Emanate (V) Originate from; be produced by. (synonyms: (V) Derive)
Explicit (ADJ) Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. (synonyms: (ADJ) Straightforward)
Fester (N) Become infected with bacteria. (synonyms: (N) Discharge)
Frantic (ADJ) Wild or distraught with dear, anxiety, or other emotion. (synonyms: (ADJ) Distraught)
Fundamental (ADJ) Forming a necessary base or core; of central importance. (N) A central or primary rule or principle on which something is based. (synonyms: (ADJ) underlying, (N) Basic)
Hysterical (ADJ) Deriving from or affected by uncontrollable extreme emotion. (synonyms: (ADJ) Overwrought)
Created by: 21vergara
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