Definitions
This word means to give in or surrender after resisting something.
What is capitulate?
After months of arguing with the opposing team, the negotiators finally agreed to the other side's demands because they realized they could not win the dispute.
What is capitulate?
True or False: Someone who is indefatigable is easily discouraged and quickly gives up when faced with a difficult task.
What is False?
This word describes an idea or opinion that is formed by guessing because there is not enough evidence to know for certain.
What is conjecture?
During a college interview, Marcus remains calm, speaks respectfully, and maintains confident body language even though he is nervous. What word best describes the way Marcus presents himself?
What is demeanor?
True or False: If a person publicly embarrasses and disgraces himself through dishonest behavior, he may experience ignominy.
What is True?
This word describes a calm and peaceful appearance or personality.
What is placid?
A student secretly convinces several classmates to vote against her opponent by spreading misleading information about him. What word best describes her secret and unfair strategy?
What is machination?
This word means to overcome a difficulty, obstacle, or challenge.
What is surmount?
After years of studying and practicing, a musician finally performs at Carnegie Hall. The performance represents the completion and fulfillment of years of work toward that goal. What word best describes this achievement?
What is consummation?
This word describes someone or something respected because of age, experience, or accomplishments.
What is venerable?
A company's careless decision to dump harmful waste into a river damages the environment and affects nearby communities. The company showed no concern for the consequences of its actions. What word best describes the way the company acted?
What is wantonly?