ap lit chapter 2 vocab

Misanthrope

A person who dislikes or distrusts humankind and avoids human society.

Progeny

A descendant or offspring of a person, animal, or plant.

Effervescent

Vivacious, enthusiastic, and high-spirited.

Stoic

A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing feelings or complaining.

Brusque

Abrupt, blunt, or offhand in speech or manner.

Nonchalance

A feeling or display of casual calmness, indifference, or unconcern.

Indefatigable

Persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued.

Dispassionate

Not influenced by strong emotion; rational and impartial.

Voracious

Having a huge appetite or an excessively eager approach to an activity.

Morose

Sullen, gloomy, and ill-tempered.