meanings
to make something better or improve it
What is ameliorate?
After the argument, the mediator stepped in to help both sides reach a compromise.
👉 What is arbitrate?
Showing a cruel disregard for others’ feelings
What is callous?
Something that is unclear or open to multiple interpretations
What is ambiguous?
Something temporary or short-lived
What is transitory?
Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
What is apathetic?
Her remarks were intentionally harmful and designed to damage his reputation.
👉 What is malign?
Feeling or showing deep disrespect
What is contemptuous?
Logical flow and clarity of ideas in writing
What is coherence?
Occurring at irregular intervals
What is intermittent?
Deeply religious or devoted
👉 What is pious?
He spoke to the teacher in a way that suggested he felt superior.
What is condescend?
Distrustful of human motives; believes people act selfishly
What is cynical?
A violation of religious beliefs or sacred ideas
What is blasphemy?
The unintended consequences or ripple effects of an action
What are ramifications?
A strong dislike or tendency toward something
👉 What is predilection?
The novel’s ending was emotionally touching and stayed with readers long after.
What is poignant?
A belief system that spreads throughout an entire society
What is pervading?
Well-known for something negative
What is notoriety?
Mentally unstable or irrational
What is deranged?
The state of being the same throughout
👉 What is homogeneity?
The protest was marked by intense passion and forceful language.
What is vehement?
Generous and forgiving, especially toward a rival
What is magnanimous?
A pleasing or artistic appearance or effect
What is aesthetic?
Gave something up voluntarily
What is relinquished?