Wordy Wednesday Senior Year 1

Meticulous

showing great attention to detail

Ambiguous

open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning

Recalcitrant

stubbornly uncooperative, particularly toward authority

Euphemism

mild or indirect word substituted for a harsh or embarrassing word or concept

Gregarious

(of a person) fond of company; sociable

Satiate

to satisfy to the full

Insatiable

unable to be satisfied

Incandescent

emitting light; full of passion or strong emotion

Laconic

(of a person, speech, or style of writing) using very few words

Flippant

not showing a serious or respectful attitude

Motif

a recurring word, phrase, image, object, symbol, or action that creates unity throughout a text and may also reinforce its theme

Discerning

having or showing good judgment

Acrimonious

(typically of a speech or debate) angry and bitter