10th Grade Vocabulary - List #6 - Quiz: 11/7/23

Apathy

n. - a lack of interest in things; state of not caring

Enigma

n. - a mystery; something seemingly inexplicable or that baffles understanding

Nuance

n. - a slight or subtle degree of difference in meaning, attitude, or opinion.

Connoisseur

n. - an expert in matters of culture, food, or wine

Cult

n. - an organized group of people with a zealous, obsessive devotion to a person or set of principles

Credence

n. - belief or trust; a mental attitude that something is believable

Dilettante

n. - one who merely dabbles in an art or a science; amateur engaging in activity without serious intent

Officious

adj. - excessively eager to deliver unasked-for or unwanted help; intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner

Jaunty

adj. - having a buoyant, self-confident air; brisk and crisp

Condone

v. - to forgive or overlook an offense