Adjectives, pt. 1
Obvious to the eye or mind; attracting attention
What is the meaning of conspicuous?
Showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly.
What is the meaning of emphatic?
To acknowledge, often grudgingly or hesitantly; to give up a stance on something
What is the meaning of concede?
A confused or chaotic state; a mess; a pickle
What is a snafu?
Joyously unrestrained and enthusiastic
What is the meaning of exuberant?
Lasting for a very short time
What is the meaning of fleeting?
To conclude by reasoning using logic and inference
What is the meaning of deduce?
A pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather.
What is petrichor?
Characterized by skill and competency, especially in a physical task
What is the meaning of deft?
Recklessly bold or rash
What is the meaning of foolhardy?
To spread thin or scatter and eventually vanish
What is the meaning of dissipate?
The sound of an unstressed or "lazy" vowel, often in the middle of a word
What is a schwa?
Blunt in manner or speech to the point of ungracious harshness
What is the meaning of brusque?
Wandering with no fixed course; having a lack of consistency or regularity
What is the meaning of erratic?
To gradually lessen, pull away, or reduce
What is the meaning of ebb?
Noisy, showy, and exciting activity designed to spark interest; sparkle, flair, and excitement.
What is razzamatazz?
Devoid of warmth, comfort, and hope; barren, lifeless
What is the meaning of desolate?
Unshakeable or unyielding, especially in maintaining a position or opinion
What is the meaning of adamant?
Escape or avoid, particularly by cleverness or trickery
What is the meaning of evade?
The final part of a play, movie, or narrative in which the strands of the plot are drawn together and matters are explained or resolved.
What is a denouement?