Charlie Brunkala- Word of the Day Round 3 Vocabulary Review

This set of flashcards covers vocabulary terms from the latest word of the day lecture, providing definitions, synonyms, and sentences to help with understanding.

Wistful

Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.

Languid

Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.

Exculpate

To show or declare that someone is not guilty of wrongdoing.

Irascible

Having or showing a tendency to be easily angered.

Sagacious

Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment.

Propinquity

The state of being close to someone or something; proximity.

Erudition

Knowledge acquired by study, research, etc.; learning; scholarship.

Blithe

Joyous, merry, or gay in disposition; glad; cheerful.

Nascent

Beginning to exist or develop.

Assuage

To make milder or less severe; relieve; ease; mitigate.

Onus

Something that is one's duty or responsibility.

Germane

Relevant to a subject under consideration.

Dichotomy

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

Tawdry

Showy but cheap and of poor quality.

Perfunctory

Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.

Disdain

The feeling that someone is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.

Impugn

To dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of a statement or motive; call into question.

Ubiquitous

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Effusive

Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.

Altruism

The principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others.