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Block 2 Vocabulary
Vocabulary stack made in second block.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ambivalent | Definition: Having mixed feelings about someone or something Synonyms: Unsure, Undecided, Uncertain Antonyms: Certain, Clear, Decided |
| Caustic | Definition: Secretly critical or sarcastic Synonyms: Biting, Abrasive, Mordant Antonyms: Sweet, Mild, Kind |
| Conversational | Definition: Able or ready to converse Synonyms: Casual, Chatty, Blabby Antonyms: Formal, Proper, Solemn |
| Didactic | Definition: Intended for construction Synonyms: Academic, Advisory, Preachy Antonyms: Ignorant, Practical, Untaught |
| Disdainful | Definition: Showing contempt, lack of respect Synonyms: Scornful, Derisive, Haughty Antonyms: Humble, Shy, Meek |
| Earnest | Definition: Resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction Synonyms: Serious, Solemn, Grave Antonyms: Ardent, Diligent, Fervent |
| Emphatic | Definition: Showing or giving emphasis; expressing forcibly and clearly Synonyms: Firm, Forcible, Vigorous Antonyms: Ambiguous, Equivocal, Idle |
| Even-handed | Definition: Fair and impartial in treatment or judgement Synonyms: Fair, Just, Equitable Antonyms: Biased, Deceitful, Devious |
| Exhilerated | Definition: Enlivened, Invigorated Synonyms: Animated, Cheerful, Intoxicated Antonyms: Depressed, Bored, Dull |
| Exuberant | Definition: Extremely joyful and vigorous Synonyms: Spirited, Brash, Buoyant Antonyms: Apathetic, Dispirited, Down |
| Fervent | Definition: Having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit Synonyms: Ecstatic, Devout, Earnest Antonyms: Calm, Cold, Frigid |
| Flippant | Definition: Frivolously, disrespectful, shallow, or lacking in seriousness Synonyms: Cocky, Cheeky, Disrespectful Antonyms: Mannerly, Nice, Respectful |
| Indifferent | Definition: Unconcerned Synonyms: Uncaring, Uninterested, Unenthusiastic Antonyms: Concerned, Caring, Biased |
| Indignant | Definition: Feeling or expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust Synonyms: Resentful, Disgruntled, Cross Antonyms: Calm, Cheerful, Peaceful |
| Jovial | Definition: Cheerful and friendly Synonyms: Happy, Cheery, Genial Antonyms: Depressed, Unhappy, Gloomy |
| Light-Hearted | Definition: Amusing and entertaining Synonyms: Carefree, Cheerful, Jovial Antonyms: Sad, Depressed, Down |
| Measured (adj.) | Definition: Accurately regulated or proportioned Synonyms: Consistent, Deliberate, Systematic Antonyms: Unmethodical, Unsystematic, Inconsistent |
| Nonchalant | Definition: Coolly Unconcerned Synonyms: Aloof, Apathetic, Casual Antonyms: Biased, Careful, Caring |
| Objective | Definition: Being the object or goal of one's efforts or actions Synonyms: Detached, Disinterested, Dispassionate Antonyms: Biased, Interested, Involved |
| Pompous | Definition: Ostentatiously lofty or high-flown Synonyms: Boastful, Bombastic, Selfish Antonyms: Humble, Kind, Modest |