ap lang 1st six weeks vocab

Ambivalent (adj)

Having mixed or uncertain feelings about something.

Avant-Garde (adj)

Very new, unusual, or experimental.

Belie (verb)

To give a false idea or impression of something.

Blithe (adj)

Carefree and not worried, sometimes in a careless way.

Crass (adj)

Rude, insensitive, or lacking good manners.

Dichotomy (noun)

A division between two completely different or opposite things.

Disavow (verb)

To deny or reject something.

Discerning (adj)

Good at noticing and understanding differences or judging quality.

Ephemeral (adj)

Lasting for only a short time.

Epigram (noun)

A short, clever statement that expresses an idea or lesson.

Equanimity (noun)

A calm and controlled state of mind, especially during a difficult situation.

Fortuitous (adj)

Happening by chance, especially in a lucky or helpful way.

Magnanimous (adj)

Very generous, forgiving, or kind, especially toward someone you could treat badly.

Pacifist (noun)

A person who believes that war and violence should be avoided.

Paternalistic (adj)

Making decisions for others because you believe you know what is best for them.

Reverent (adj)

Showing deep respect or admiration.

Saccharine (adj)

Excessively sweet or emotional in a way that can seem fake.

Staunch (adj)

Very loyal, committed, or strongly supportive of something.

Substantiate (verb)

To provide evidence or proof that something is true.

Validate (verb)

To prove that something is correct, true, or reasonable.