Group 8 AP Humanities Vocab Quiz

anachronism

belonging to a period other than in that in which it exists

atonement

Reparation for a wrong or injury.

Authenticity

the quality of being genuine

Banal

so lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring

Bespoke

made for a Particular customer or user

buttress

to support or strengthen

disgorging

cause to pour out

Dressing gown

A long loose robe typically worn after getting out of bed

Egregious

outstandingly bad; shocking

Embroiled

involve someone deeply in an argument conflict or difficult situation

Ephemeral

Lasting for a very short time

Fabulating

Relate events as a fable or story

Gregarious

A person fond of company; sociable

Intrinsic

Belonging naturally; essential.

Juxtaposed

Placed close together for contrasting effects

Lattice

A structure consisting of strips of wood or metal fastened together with square spaces left between, used as a support for climbing plants.

Lilt

A characteristic rising and falling of the voice when speaking; a pleasant gentle accent.

Melodious

of, Producing, or having a present tune

Prosaic

Having the style or diction of prose; lacking poetic beauty.

Protracted

Lasting for a long time or for longer than expected, desired, or usual.

Scintillating

Sparkling or shining brightly.

Sublimating

To divert or modify (an instinctual impulse) into a culturally higher or socially more acceptable activity.

Succulent

A cactus-like plant that stores water in its fleshy leaves, stems, or roots to survive in arid environments.

Tousling

Make untidy

Vexation

The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried.