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ACT/SAT Quiz 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Eccentric | Odd, unusual, quirky |
| Provincial | Narrow-Minded, unsophisticated |
| Futile | Hopeless, without effect |
| Diverse | Varied |
| Benevolent | Kind, good-hearted, generous |
| Pious | Deeply religious |
| Concilliate | To soothe, to end a dispute, to reconcile |
| Resignation | Acceptance of a situation |
| Resolution | Determination (Also the solution of a problem) |
| Servile | Overly submissive, cringing like a servant |
| Acute | (Acuity) sharp, intelligent |
| Reticent | Restrained, uncommunicative |
| Anarchy | Lack of government, chaos |
| Virulent | Very harmful (like a virus) |
| Scrutinize | To examine closely |
| Discord | Disagreement |
| Repudiate | To reject, to deny |
| Diligent | Hard-working |
| Superficial | On the surface, shallow |
| Contempt | Reproachful disdain |