Smart Words list 4

Ambivalence (noun)

simultaneous and contradictory attitudes of feelings toward something

brusque (adjective)

markedly short and abrupt; blunt

dearth (noun)

inadequate supply

eclectic (adjective)

composed of elements drawn from a variety of sources; various

fastidious (adjective)

extremely or excessively careful or detailed

incredulity (noun)

being unwilling to accept what is true; disbelief

leviathan (noun)

something large or formidable

nebulous (adjective)

indistinct, vague

penultimate (adjective)

the next to last

sardonic (adjective)

showing disrespect of scorn for someone of something

vainglory (noun)

excessive or ostentatious pride, especially in ones achievements