SAT Ch. 6 Vocab.Test (13-25)

Front

What is a self-serving flatterer called?

Back

A sycophant is a self-serving flatterer.

Front

What term describes humor, frivolity, or flippancy?

Back

Levity refers to humor, frivolity, or flippancy.

Front

What does it mean if something is described as paradoxical?

Back

Paradoxical means appearing contradictory but is not.

Front

What is the term for someone who is verbose or talkative?

Back

Garrulous describes someone who is verbose or talkative.

Front

What does infamous mean?

Back

Infamous means disgraceful or notoriously bad.

Front

What is the definition of a sycophant in a social context?

Back

A sycophant is someone who acts obsequiously to gain advantage; a self-serving flatterer.

Front

How can levity be perceived in serious situations?

Back

Levity can be perceived as inappropriate or disrespectful in serious situations.

Front

What is an example of a paradoxical statement?

Back

An example of a paradoxical statement is 'This statement is false.'

Front

What are the implications of being garrulous in a professional setting?

Back

Being garrulous in a professional setting can lead to misunderstandings and loss of focus.

Front

What is the historical context of the term infamous?

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Infamous often refers to individuals or actions that are widely known for negative reasons.