Lukey Vocab List 7

virulent (adj.)

full of hate/anger; extremely harsh/strong; extremely dangerous/deadly and spreading quickly

eccentric (adj.)

out of the ordinary; behaving unusually

acuity (noun)

the ability to see, hear, or understand something easily (sharpness of perception or mind)

pontificate (verb)

to speak in a way that shows you think you are always right

disparage (verb)

to speak poorly of or describe something as unimportant

squander (verb)

to use in a foolish or wasteful way

credulous (adj.)

too ready to believe something; easily fooled

zeal (noun)

a strong feeling of interest that makes one eager or determined to do something

philanthropist (noun)

a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for others

affable (adj.)

being pleasant, at ease, and/or friendly