Ap Lit Test #2

Endurance

The ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort.

Epidemic

A sudden outbreak of a disease that spreads rapidly within a specific area or population.

Pandemic

A global outbreak of a disease affecting a large number of people across multiple countries or continents.

Penance

A form of self-punishment or atonement for wrongdoing, often associated with religious or moral contexts.

Penitent

Feeling or showing remorse or regret for one's misdeeds or actions.

Obdurate

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action.

Luxurious

Characterized by opulence, elegance, and extreme comfort, often associated with wealth.

Mundane

Referring to the ordinary, routine aspects of life; lacking interest or excitement.

Notoriety

The state of being famous or well-known, typically for a negative reason or bad deed.

Cajole

To persuade someone to do something through flattery or coaxing.

Despondent

Feeling hopeless, disheartened, or gloomy, often as a result of prolonged adversity.

Complacent

Self-satisfied to the point of being unaware of potential dangers or deficiencies.

Demagogue

A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than rational argument.

Demographic

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Duress

Compulsion or constraint brought to bear on someone by threat or force.

Endemic

Native or restricted to a particular area, region, or population.

Supplant

To supersede and take the place of something or someone.

Hamper

To hinder, obstruct, or impede the progress of something.