Chapter 2 Word List Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary List: Terms A – B

• Advocate

  • Parts of Speech & Definitions:

  • Noun ($n.$): A person who argues in favor of a position.

  • Verb ($v.$): To argue in favor of a position.

  • Related Form:

  • Advocacy ($n.$): Support of or agreement with a position.

• Ambiguous

  • Part of Speech: Adjective ($adj.$)

  • Definition: Unclear in meaning; confusing.

• Ambivalent

  • Part of Speech: Adjective ($adj.$)

  • Definition: Undecided; having opposing feelings simultaneously.

• Benediction

  • Part of Speech: Noun ($n.$)

  • Definition: A blessing; an utterance of good wishes.

  • Antonym:

  • Malediction ($n.$): Curse or slander.

• Benefactor

  • Part of Speech: Noun ($n.$)

  • Definition: One who provides help.

• Benevolent

  • Part of Speech: Adjective ($adj.$)

  • Definition: Generous; kind.

  • Antonym:

  • Malevolent ($adj.$): Evil; wishing harm.

• Benign

  • Part of Speech: Adjective ($adj.$)

  • Definition: Gentle; not harmful.

• Burgeon

  • Part of Speech: Verb ($v.$)

  • Definition: To expand; to flourish.

Vocabulary List: Terms C – E

• Complacent

  • Part of Speech: Adjective ($adj.$)

  • Definition: Self-satisfied; overly pleased with oneself.