Vocabulary Flashcards Quiz

Study Notes

Collaborate: Refers to working cohesively in a team setting on a project; emphasizes the concept of cooperation.
Despondent: Characterizes a state of deep sadness or hopelessness, reflecting feelings of being downhearted or overwhelmed.
Instigate: Means to initiate or provoke actions by encouraging others to take part; often associated with stirring up events or discussions.
Resilient: Describes the ability to quickly bounce back from difficulties, such as harm, illness, or misfortune; highlights strength and adaptability.
Retrospect: Involves reviewing and reflecting on past events or experiences; promotes understanding gained from looking back.
Rudimentary: Indicates basic or fundamental knowledge that is essential for foundational learning; typically used for initial stages of education.
Scoff: Means to mock or make fun of something; implies a lack of seriousness and often relates to disbelief or derision.
Squelch: Refers to the act of suppressing or silencing something; conveys a sense of crushing dissent or opposition.
Venerate: Represents a deep respect or reverence for someone or something; often associated with honoring important figures or traditions.
Zealot: Describes someone who is fervently devoted to a cause or purpose, often to an extreme or fanatical degree.