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English 11 Vocab #1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abhor (v. | to regard with disgust and hatred. Synonyms: detest, loathe, despise |
| Aesthetic (adj.) | concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. Synonyms: artistic, beautiful, pleasing |
| Candid (adj. | truthful and straightforward; frank. Synonyms: frank, direct, honest |
| Cynical (adj.) | believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity. Synonyms: pessimistic, skeptical, jaded |
| Diligent (adj. | having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. Synonyms: assiduous, industrious, hardworking |
| Eclectic (adj.) | deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. Synonyms: diverse, varied, wide-ranging |