AVID Vocabulary 2

DEFINE: Abstract

• Abstract is a physical object that can be touched.
• Abstract refers to a specific, detailed description of an item.
• Abstract refers to ideas or concepts that are not tangible or concrete.
• Abstract is a synonym for concrete or tangible items.

DEFINE: Coherent

• Ambiguous and confusing; lacking coherence.
• Random and inconsistent; poorly structured.
• Logical and consistent; well-organized.
• Chaotic and disorganized; lacking clarity.

DEFINE: Enigmatic

• Clear and straightforward.
• Mysterious or puzzling.
• Easily understandable.
• Simple and obvious.

DEFINE: Inscrutable

• Completely transparent; obvious.
• Difficult to understand or interpret; mysterious.
• Easy to understand; clear.
• Simple and straightforward; clear-cut.

DEFINE: Redundant

• Unnecessary or superfluous; often due to repetition.
• A synonym for important or significant.
• A term used to describe something that is unique.
• Essential or crucial; necessary for function.

DEFINE: Ostentatious

• Designed to impress or attract notice.

• Subtle and understated in style.
• Intended to be practical and functional.
• Marked by simplicity and minimalism.

DEFINE: Incendiary

• Incendiary means capable of causing fire or provoking conflict.
• Incendiary means a person who is very calm and peaceful.
• Incendiary refers to a type of explosive device.
• Incendiary is a term used for a type of cold weather.

DEFINE: Incidental

• Essential and necessary; always present.
• A planned event or occurrence.
• A rare and significant event.
• Secondary or not essential; occurring by chance.

DEFINE: Latency

• Latency is the speed of data processing.
• Latency is the time delay in data transmission.
• Latency refers to the amount of data transmitted.
• Latency is the total bandwidth of a network.

DEFINE: Cantankerous

• Joyful and cheerful.
• Calm and composed.
• Bad-tempered and uncooperative.
• Friendly and agreeable.