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Give a synonym for 'implausible'.
Give a synonym for 'implausible'.
Ridiculous
What does 'acrimonious' mean?
What does 'acrimonious' mean?
Angry
Define 'apathetic'.
Define 'apathetic'.
Indifferent
What is the meaning of 'arrogant'?
What is the meaning of 'arrogant'?
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Give a synonym for 'compassionate'.
Give a synonym for 'compassionate'.
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What does 'cynical' mean?
What does 'cynical' mean?
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Define 'defensive'.
Define 'defensive'.
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What is the meaning of 'disparaging'?
What is the meaning of 'disparaging'?
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Give a synonym for 'facetious'.
Give a synonym for 'facetious'.
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What does 'gullible' mean?
What does 'gullible' mean?
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Define 'grim'.
Define 'grim'.
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What is the meaning of 'macabre'?
What is the meaning of 'macabre'?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Definitions and Synonyms
- Implausible: A synonym is "unlikely."
- Acrimonious: Refers to speech or behavior characterized by bitterness or sharpness of words and feelings.
- Apathetic: Describes a state of indifference or lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
- Arrogant: Means having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.
- Compassionate: A synonym is "empathetic," indicating a deep awareness and sympathy for others' suffering.
- Cynical: Describes a mindset characterized by distrust of others' motives, believing people are motivated purely by self-interest.
- Defensive: Refers to a protective or resistant attitude, often as a response to criticism or threat.
- Disparaging: Describes remarks or attitudes that belittle or criticize someone or something in a way that diminishes their value or reputation.
- Facetious: A synonym is "flippant," indicating a lighthearted or joking manner, often inappropriate to the situation.
- Gullible: Refers to being easily deceived or tricked due to a lack of critical thinking or skepticism.
- Grim: Describes a situation or expression that is stern, forbidding, or uninviting, often conveying a sense of seriousness or despair.
- Macabre: Involves the quality of having a grim or ghastly atmosphere, often associated with the portrayal of death and horror.
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Test your knowledge of vocabulary related to emotions and attitudes with this quiz. Identify the correct synonyms for the given words.
