T3C Vocab

Paradox (no page)

A seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true.

Elusive (1)

Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.

Volition (14)

The faculty or power of using one’s will.

Inertia (14)

A tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged.

Ambiguity (15)

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

Encyst (19)

Enclose or become enclosed in a cyst (a cavity containing a liquid secretion).

Intangible (20)

Unable to be touched or grasped; not having physical presence.

Laxity (24)

Lack of strictness or care.

Monotony (32)

Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.

Convictions (39)

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Deferment (41)

The action or fact of putting something off to a later time; postponement.

Cryptic (47)

Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure.

Reticence (49)

Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily.

Impassive (57)

Not feeling or showing emotion.

Skittish (60)

(of an animal, especially of a horse) excitable or easily scared.

Rectitude (65)

Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness.

Obscenity (66)

(of the portrayal or description of sexual matters) offensive or disgusting by accepted standards of morality and decency.

Surreal (68)

Having the qualities of the bizarre or the unusual.

Generalize (74)

Make a general or simple statement by inferring from specific cases.

Proximity (77)

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Bedlam (85)

A scene of uproar and confusion.

Mundane (85)

Lacking interest or excitement; dull.

Serene (93)

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

Eccentricity (111)

Unconventional and slightly strange.

Talisman (111)

An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.

Valor (135)

Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.

Quaint (140)

Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.

Reproached (150)

Address (someone) in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment.

Catharsis (151)

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions.

Smugness (151)

Having and showing an excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements.

Skeptics (193)

Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.

Clichés (197)

A phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.

Atrocity (199)

An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury.

Sentiment (200)

A view of or attitude toward a situation or event; an opinion.

Blatant (226)

(of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly.