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ISEE Core 75 (1-52)
Relationships and Emotions
Term | Definition |
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colleague | a co-worker or fellow classmate |
compatible | capable of getting along well with other people or things |
accommodate | (1) to be agreeable, acceptable, suitable, (2) to adapt |
amiable | friendly, kind, likeable |
congenial | friendly, sociable, suited to one's needs |
aloof | emotionally distant |
nonchalant | casual, calm, unconcerned |
apathetic | showing no interest or concern |
indifferent | showing no interest or concern |
sentimental | overly emotional |
hysterical | having excessive and uncontrollable emotion |
benevolent | kind, generous |
compassionate | kind, sympathetic |
empathy | understanding another's feelings |
charistmatic | charming |
engaging | interesting, charming, attractive |
gracious | charming, generous, polite |
courteous | polite |
cordial | polite, friendly |
tact | consideration and sensitivity in dealing with others |
emulate | to copy or imitate, to look up to |
flatter | to praise excessively or dishonestly |
fidelity | faithfulness, loyalty |
steadfast | determined, loyal, steady |
fickle | not reliable or dependable, changing opinions frequently |
headstrong | stubborn, disobedient |
obstinate | stubborn, disobedient |
exasperate | to annoy, irritate |
infuriate | to anger or enrage |
indignant | outraged, angry at something unjust |
mock | to ridicule or make fun of |
malicious | intending harm or cause suffering |
exploit | (1) to take advantage of, (2) a bold action or deed |
belittle | to put someone down, to express a negative opinion |
jeer | to laugh at with scorn |
snub | to behave coldly towards, to ignore |
condescend | to look down on, to display ignorance |
disdain | arrogance, scorn |
hypocrite | someone who says one thing and does another |
admonish | to scold or warn strongly |
reprimand | to scold or warn strongly |
vivacious | lively, spirited |
animated | lively, spirited |
extrovert | a sociable, outgoing person |
introvert | a person who has a quiet, reserved personality |
reserved | quiet, shy, not showing one's feelings |
timid | shy, lacking confidence |
meek | humble, tame |
docile | obedient, tame |
subdued | quiet, low-key, hushed |
submissive | giving in to orders, obedient |
passive | lacking in energy or will |