Nouns
Define "asset."
An asset is anything of value.
Provide a synonym and an antonym for "yield."
Synonym examples: Surrender, Submit, Relinquish, Produce, Generate.
Antonym examples: Resist, Defend, Withhold, Retain, Oppose.
Define "lucid"
Clear and easy to understand.
Use "taciturn" in a sentence.
Example: "He was usually taciturn, speaking only when absolutely necessary."
Define "dissonance."
A lack of harmony among musical notes, or conflict or incongruity within other elements.
Give 2 synonyms for "cacophony"
examples: discord, din, clamor, racket, ruckus.
Define "exploit."
To exploit means to make full use of and derive benefit from a resource, often in a way that could be seen as unfair or unethical.
Use "mundane" in a sentence.
Example: "He found his daily tasks mundane and unchallenging."
Define "benevolent."
Well-meaning and kindly; serving a charitable purpose.
Provide 2 synonyms for "obfuscate."
Examples: Confuse, Conceal, Obscure, Cloud, Mystify.
Define "precedent."
A precedent is an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.
Use "bolster" in a sentence.
example: She used strong arguments to bolster her case during the debate.
Define "vociferous."
A person or statement that is loud and vehement
Provide one synonym and one antonym for "cogent."
Synonym examples: Convincing, Persuasive, Compelling. Forceful, Valid
Antonym examples: Weak, Unconvincing, Ineffective, Illogical, Flimsy
Define "reticent."
Someone who is not readily willing to share their thoughts or feelings.
Use "ambivalence" in a sentence. Remember the part of speech!
Example: She felt ambivalence about her decision to take the new job, as it offered a higher salary but also required more travel.
Define "scrutinize."
To scrutinize means to examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Provide 2 synonyms for "invidious"
Examples: Discriminatory, Unjust, Prejudicial, Inequitable, Partial
Define "entrenched"
Entrenched means firmly established and difficult to change
Provide one synonym and one antonym for "esoteric."
Synonyms examples: Arcane, Cryptic, Abstruse, Obscure, Recondite, Specialized
Antonyms examples: Clear, Obvious, Plain, Accessible, Understandable
Define "idiosyncrasy."
An idiosyncrasy is a mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual. It can also refer to a distinctive or peculiar feature or characteristic of a place or thing.
Provide two antonyms for "capitulate."
Example: Resist, Defy, Oppose, Withstand, Contest.
Define "quixotic"
Ideas, actions, or people that are imaginative, unrealistic, and impractically idealistic. Pertaining to Don Quixote.
Provide 2 antonyms for "pernicious."
Examples: Beneficial, Harmless, Salutary, Healthful, Wholesome
Define "incontrovertible."
Incontrovertible refers to something that cannot be denied or disputed, often because the evidence is too clear.