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ELA Regents Vocab 1
Term | Definition |
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futile | pointless or useless |
hostile | unfriendly or opposition |
skeptical | not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations |
juxtaposition | two things placed side by side with contrasting effect |
understatement | to make something as being less important than it actually is |
bias | in favor of or against someone or something; considered unfair. |
optimistic | hopeful and confident about the future |
pessimistic | tending to see the worst or believe that the worst will happen |
indifferent | having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned |
fragility | delicate or vulnerable |
indulging | allow oneself to enjoy |
inhospitable | unfriendly and unwelcoming toward people |