APLit Vocab. List #2

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Avocation

A hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one’s main job or profession

Callous

Emotionally insensitive or showing a lack of empathy; unfeeling

Capricious

Given to sudden or unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; impulsive

Disparity

A great difference of inequality between two or more things, often in terms of wealth, status, or quality

Efficacy

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness

Epistle

A formal or literacy letter, often used in historical or religious contexts

Hospice

A facility or program that provides care for the terminally ill, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment

Impetus

A force or stimulus that causes something to happen or encourages action; motivation

Moribund

In a state of decline or near death; lacking vitality or vigor

Vacillate

To waver between different opinions or actions; to be indecisive

Akin

Similar or related in nature; having a common origin

Corroborate

To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding; to provide evidence

Inexorable

Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless or unyielding

Insipid

Lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; dull or bland

Nefarious

Wicked or criminal in nature; villainous

Physiognomy

The assessment of a person’s character or personality based on their facial features or expressions

Retinue

A group of advisors, assistants, or others accompanying an important person

Suppliant

A person making a humble plea to someone in power or authority; a supplicant

Tedium

The state of being tedious; monotony or boredom resulting from repetitive or dull tasks

Torrid

To describe passionate or intense emotions