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English Vocab #7
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Candor | – N. – sincerity in expression; frankness |
| Compassion | – N. – the feeling of sharing another’s suffering |
| Crestfallen | – ADJ. – disappointed; discouraged |
| Diffidence | – N. – state of being unassertive or lacking self confidence |
| Distraught | – ADJ. – extremely upset; agitated by doubt |
| Equanimity | – N. – the state of being balanced and calm; composure |
| Fortitude | – N. – a strong determination to endure difficulties |
| Frenzied | – ADJ. – marked by a wild, frantic, or violent agitation |
| Geniality | – N. – friendliness; a pleasant manner |
| Loathe | – V. – to despise; to dislike in the extreme |
| Morose | – ADJ. – marked by a gloomy or sullen manner |
| Mortification | – N. – embarrassment; a feeling of extreme shame |
| Paranoia | – N. – a psychotic condition characterized by delusions of persecution or of grandeur |
| Pensive | – ADJ. – deeply or sadly thoughtful |
| Probity | – N. – devotion to the highest standards of integrity |
| Repugnance | – N. – a feeling of strong distaste or antagonism |
| Solace | – N. – a source of consolation |
| Temperance | – N. – self-restraint; moderation |
| Tenacity | – N. – a tough-minded determination to stick to or to hold onto something |
| Vigilance | – N. – being attentively watchful; guarding from danger |