Monte Vocab 10/30/25

Scrutinizing

To examine something very carefully and in great detail.

Impervious

Cannot be affected or penetrated by outside forces, such as water or emotion.

Quintessence

The purest, most perfect example of something; represents the essence or ideal form.

Adroit

Having skill and cleverness in handling difficult situations.

Extolled

To praise someone or something enthusiastically and publicly.

Meticulous

Paying extreme attention to detail and ensuring everything is done precisely.

Feasible

Possible, practical, or achievable; can realistically be carried out.

Belligerent

Aggressive, hostile, or eager to fight; can describe a nation engaged in war.

Jeopardy

Being in danger or at risk of harm, loss, or failure.

Cursory

Done quickly and without thorough attention; superficial or incomplete.

Benevolent

Kind, generous, and motivated by goodwill; meant to help others.

Impetus

The force or motivation that drives something forward.

Publicity

Public attention or awareness given to a person, product, or event.

Amicable

Friendly and peaceful relationship or agreement, even after disagreement.

Tepid

Lukewarm; lacking enthusiasm or intensity.

Grimace

A facial expression showing discomfort, pain, or disgust.

Holocaust

Large-scale destruction, especially by fire; refers historically to mass murder during WWII.

Averse

Having a strong dislike or opposition toward something.

Retrogress

To move backward or return to an earlier, less developed state.