Advanced Vocabulary Expansion Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering advanced words, definitions, and usage from the Advanced Vocabulary Expansion guide.

Dichotomy

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

Superfluous

Unnecessary, especially through being more than enough; redundant.

Equivocate

To use ambiguous language to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.

Taciturn

Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

Anachronism

A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a thing that is old-fashioned.

Enervate

To cause someone to feel drained of energy or vitality; to weaken.

Recalcitrant

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline.

Fastidious

Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail; meticulous.