English I Chapter 17 Vocabulary Flashcards
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English I Chapter 17 Vocabulary Flashcards

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What does the word 'congenial' mean?

  • Disagreeable
  • Agreeable or pleasant in character (correct)
  • Hostile
  • Unfriendly
  • What is the definition of 'perception'?

    Insight or understanding gained through observations

    What does 'prone' mean?

    Having a tendency; inclined

    Define 'relentless'.

    <p>Persistent: continuous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'rationale'?

    <p>The underlying reasons for something: logical basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'flippant' mean?

    <p>Disrespectful and not serious enough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'prompt'?

    <p>To urge into action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'reprisal' mean?

    <p>The paying back of one injury or bad deed with another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define 'impasse'.

    <p>A situation with no way out; dead end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'rapport' refer to?

    <p>Close, trusting relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary Study Notes

    • Congenial: Describes someone or something that is agreeable, pleasant, and friendly in nature.

    • Perception: Refers to the insight or understanding one gains through observations; it encompasses how one interprets and makes sense of experiences.

    • Prone: Indicates a tendency or inclination towards something; it suggests a likelihood of a specific outcome or behavior.

    • Relentless: Characterizes actions or behaviors that are persistent and continuous; it implies an unwavering commitment or intensity.

    • Rationale: Represents the logical basis or underlying reasons for a particular action, belief, or opinion; it explains the "why" behind decisions.

    • Flippant: Describes a tone or attitude that is disrespectful and decidedly not serious enough, often trivializing important matters.

    • Prompt: To urge or encourage someone into taking action or responding quickly; it can be used to instigate activity or decision-making.

    • Reprisal: Involves retaliating or taking revenge for an injury or wrongdoing; it signifies an act of paying back a previous wrong.

    • Impasse: Refers to a dead end or a situation where no progress can be made; it denotes a standstill in negotiations or reasoning.

    • Rapport: Describes a close, trusting relationship between individuals or groups, highlighting mutual understanding and emotional connection.

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