APLit Vocab, S2L6

ambivalent (adj.)

having mixed feelings; unable to choose between two options

conflicting, equivocal, ANT: unequivocal

amorphous (adj.)

lacking definite form or shape

undefined, nebulous

aubade (n.)

a poem or piece of music greeting the dawn or performed at sunrise

overture

circumspect (adj.)

watchful and cautious

vigilant, guarded, indiscreet

convivial (adj.)

friendly, agreeable

jovial, genial, sociable, ANT: aloof

desultory (adj.)

lacking consistency or connection; occurring in a random way

erratic, chaotic, inconsistent

efficacy (n.)

the capability for producing a desired effect or result

effectiveness

epigram (n.)

a short, often satirical or witty saying or remark

quip, aphorism

liturgy (n.)

the form or official arrangement of the rituals of religious worship

ritual

repartee (n.)

a conversation full of quick, witty replies (or having the skill to make such replies)

banter