Vocabulary Flashcards 184-200

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Vocabulary Study Notes

Ineptitude: Refers to a lack of skill or competence in a task, highlighting an individual's inability to perform adequately.
Ingenuous: Describes someone who is innocent and naive, often characterized by a trusting nature.
Lithe: Indicates flexibility and agility, often used to describe graceful movement or physical suppleness.
Neophyte: Represents a beginner or novice in a particular field or activity, emphasizing inexperience.
Oversight: A term for an unintentional mistake or error, often arising from a moment of forgetfulness or lack of attention.
Painstaking: Describes a meticulous approach to tasks, emphasizing careful and diligent attention to detail.
Pedant: Refers to an individual who is overly concerned with minor details or rules, often showcasing their knowledge in a pretentious manner.
Precocious: Pertains to an individual exhibiting advanced maturity or intelligence at an early age, surpassing typical developmental milestones.
Provincial: Characterizes a narrow-minded or limited perspective, often associated with provincial attitudes that resist broader viewpoints.
Pundit: A knowledgeable commentator or expert in a specific field, often providing insights and analysis on various subjects.
Quixotic: Refers to ideas or actions that are foolishly idealistic, often detached from practical realities.
Sage: Denotes a person recognized for their wisdom and profound understanding, often sought for advice and guidance.
Scrupulous: Describes a rigorous sense of ethics and a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
Shrewd: Highlights a person’s astute or sharp-witted nature, capable of making sound decisions based on keen insight.
Slipshod: Indicates a careless or haphazard approach to tasks, often resulting in a lack of organization or attention to detail.
Stupefy: Means to bewilder or confuse someone, typically through surprising or shocking information or situations.

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Test your knowledge with these vocabulary flashcards covering words 184 to 200. Each card features a word accompanied by its definition to help enhance your understanding and usage. Perfect for students looking to improve their vocabulary skills.