Vocabulary Unit 5
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Definition: shy; lacking self-confidence; reserved Synonyms: timid, bashful, withdrawn Antonyms: blod, audacious, jaunty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