Vocabulary Quizs

Notoriety

• The state of being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed.

• The quality of being unknown or unnoticed.

• A state of being celebrated for good deeds and achievements.

• A term used to describe a peaceful and quiet life.

Apathetic

• Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

• Exhibiting strong emotions and enthusiasm.

• Demonstrating a high level of interest and engagement.

• Being overly excited and energetic.

Coherence

• The quality of being logical and consistent.

• A state of confusion and disorder.

• The ability to communicate without clarity.

• A method of organizing thoughts randomly.

Contemptuous

• Showing admiration; respectful.

• Showing contempt; scornful.

• Displaying indifference; apathetic.

• Exhibiting joy; cheerful.

Homogeneous

• Of the same kind; alike.

• Diverse and varied.

• Completely different; unlike.

• A mixture of different substances.

Condescend

• Show feelings of superiority; be patronizing.

• To act in a humble manner; be modest.

• To express agreement or approval; to endorse.

• To criticize or belittle someone; to mock.

Poignant

• Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

• Causing laughter or amusement.

• Indifferent or apathetic.

• Bright and cheerful.

Ambiguous

• Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

• Clear and straightforward in meaning.

• Having a single, definite interpretation.

• Easily understood without confusion.

Cynical

• Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

• Having a positive outlook on life and trusting others.

• Believing in the goodness of human nature and the sincerity of others.

• Being indifferent to the feelings and opinions of others.

Vehement

• Showing mild interest; not strong or intense.

• Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense.

• Showing indifference; lacking emotion or concern.

• Showing a calm demeanor; peaceful and relaxed.