Weeks 1-3 Vocabulary

Methodical

• A random approach to tasks

• An established system or method of procedure

• A creative and spontaneous process

• A flexible and adaptable strategy

Demoralize

• To inspire confidence and hope

• To lower someone's confidence or spirits

• To encourage and uplift someone

• To confuse or mislead someone

Elicit

• Draw forth; evoke

• Suppress; hide

• Ignore; neglect

• Conceal; cover up

Inclination

• A tendency to act in a particular manner

• A strong dislike for something

• A neutral stance on an issue

• An ability to change one's mind easily

Wary

• Cautious

• Reckless

• Indifferent

• Carefree

Tangible

• Able to be seen or touched; has a solid form

• Existing only in the mind; not real

• Capable of being understood; not physical

• Having a vague or unclear presence

Malign

• Speak negatively or have a negative effect

• To praise or commend

• To remain silent or indifferent

• To analyze or evaluate critically

Dilemma

• Difficult choice or decision

• Easy choice or decision

• A type of fruit

• A form of exercise

Curt

• Brief, rude response

• Polite and friendly interaction

• Detailed explanation

• Formal greeting

Terminate

• To end

• To begin

• To continue

• To pause