Vocabulary Unit 5

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Indomitable (adj)

Definition: unconquerable; refusing to yield Synonyms: unbeatable, invincible Antonyms: surrendering, submissive

Altruistic (adj)

Definition: unselfish; concerned with the welfare of others Synonym: selfless Antonym: selfish, self-centered

Remiss (adj)

Definition> neglectful in performance of one's duty Synonyms: negligent, lax, slack Antonyms: scrupulous, punctilious, dutiful

Chivalrous (adj)

Definitions: marked by honors, courtesy, and courage; knightly Synonyms: gallant, civil, valiant Antonyms: crude, encouth, churlish, loutish

Assent (v/n)

Definition: (v) to express agreement; (n) agreement Synonyms: (v) concur, consent, accede Antonyms: (v) disagree, dissent, differ

Repose (v/n)

Definition: (v) to rest; lie (n) relaxation; peace of mind; calmness Synonyms: (v) sleep (n) tranquility; respite Antonyms: (n) exertion, tumult, bustle, ado

Discrepancy (n)

Definition: a difference; a lack of agreement Synonyms: divergence, inconsistency Antonyms: agreement, consistency

Dearth (n)

Definition: a lack; scarcity inadequate supply; a famine Synonyms: insufficiency, want, paucity Antonyms: surplus, glut, abundance

PUngent (adj)

Definition: causing a sharp sensation; stinging; biting Synonyms: sharp, spicy, piquant, caustic Antonyms: bland, insipid, unappetizing

Facile (adj)

Definition: easily done or attained; superficial; fluent Synonyms: effortless, poised, specious Antonyms: labored, awkward, halting

Virulent (adj)

Definition: extremely poisonous; full of malice; spiteful Synonyms: venomous, noxious, baneful Antonyms: innocuous, harmless, benign

Truculent (adj)

Definition: fierce and cruel; aggressive; deadly Synonyms: brutal, savage, belligerent Antonyms: mild, meek, unthreatening

Infallible (adj)

Definition: free from error; absolutely dependable Synonyms: unerring, certain Antonyms: imperfect

Clemency (n)

Definition: mercy; humaneness; mildness; moderateness Synonyms: leniency, forbearance Antonyms: harshness, severity, cruelty

Benefactor (n)

Definition: one who does good to others Synonyms: patron, humanitarian Antonyms misanthrope, malefactor

Temerity (n)

Definition: rashness; boldness Synonyms: recklessness. effrontery Antonyms: diffidence, humility, fearfulness

Diffident (adj)

Definition: shy; lacking self-confidence; reserved Synonyms: timid, bashful, withdrawn Antonyms: blod, audacious, jaunty

Unfeigned (adj)

Definition: sincere, real; without pretense Synonyms: genuine, heartfelt Antonyms: simulated, phony, insincere

Embark (v)

Definition: to go aboard; to make a start; to invest Synonyms: commence, launch, board

Plod (v)

Definition: to walk heavily or slowly; to work slowly Synonyms: lumber, trudge Antonyms: scamper, skip, prance


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