AP Language Exam Vocabulary Development

Front

What is the meaning of 'innuendo'?

Back

A hint or insinuation, often of a derogatory nature.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Define 'exasperated'.

Back

Marked by an excessive outpouring of emotion, often indicating frustration.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'earnest' mean?

Back

Showing depth in sincerity; serious in intention.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

Explain the term 'wry'.

Back

Twisted, devious, or disdainfully ironic.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What does it mean to be 'ambivalent'?

Back

Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is a synonym for 'innuendo'?

Back

Insinuation.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

How can 'exasperation' be expressed in writing?

Back

Through exaggerated emotional responses or frustrated dialogue.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Front

What is the opposite of 'earnest'?

Back

Insincere or frivolous.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

Provide an example of a 'wry' comment.

Back

A sarcastic remark that highlights the irony of a situation.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Front

What are the implications of being 'ambivalent' in decision-making?

Back

It can lead to indecision or conflict in choices.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F