AP Lang Vocab

profound

Having depth of insight or knowledge; insightful.

enhance

To improve or augment something.

phenomenon

An observable fact or occurrence.

enduring

Something that lasts.

advocate

To speak in favor of or support something.

solitude

The state of being alone.

tentative

Temporary or not final.

contemporary

Living at the same time; modern.

provocative

Exciting or attracting attention.

adversary

An opponent or enemy.

gravity

Seriousness (secondary meaning).

banal

Common, dull, or ordinary.

depravity

Moral corruption.

temper

To moderate or soften something.

censure

To blame or criticize.

extol

To praise.

indulgent

Pampering oneself; satisfying one's own desires.

erratic

Irregular or without direction.

insipid

Bland, boring, or tasteless.

euphony

Pleasant sound.