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Vocab E Unit 5
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2. Altruistic (Adj.) unselfish, concerned with the welfare of others
Synonyms: charitable, benevolent, generous
Antonyms: stingy, selfish
The volunteers who deliver food to homeless every weekend are truly altruistic.

3. Assent (Verb & Noun) (v) to express agreement; (n) agreement
Synonyms: consent, acceptance
Antonyms: disagreement, veto
He gave me his assent, politely agreeing to everything I suggested.

4. Benefactor (Noun) one who does good to others
Synonyms: contributor, supporter, sponsor
Antonyms: opponent
There are many benefactors who help support the Red Cross.

5. Chivalrous (Adj.) marked by honor, courtesy, and courage; knightly
Synonyms: courteous, polite, manly
Antonyms: afraid, cowardly
Sir Galahad was the most chivalrous of the Knights of the Round Table.

6. Clemency (Noun) mercy, humaneness; mildness, moderateness
Synonyms: compassion, charity, grace
Antonyms: cruelty, no mercy
The appearance of a dove is typically seen as a sign of clemency or mercy.

7. Dearth (Noun) a lack, scarcity, inadequate supply; a famine
Synonyms: absence, shortage
Antonyms: abundance, plenty
A dearth of rainfall left the ground cracked and brittle.

8. Diffident (Adj.) shy, lacking self-confidence; modest, reserved
Synonyms: bashful, meek, timid
Antonyms: aggressive, brave
The diffident little girl hid behind the door so she would not be seen.

9. Discrepancy (Noun) a difference; a lack of agreement
Synonyms: error, inconsistency
Antonyms: agreement, likeness
These skates were specifically made for a child with a discrepancy in leg length.

10. Embark (Verb) to go aboard; to make a start; to invest
Synonyms: commence, enter, launch
Antonyms: cease, end
Make arrangements for your pets before you embark on a long journey.

11. Facile (Adj.)
easily done or attained; superficial; ready, fluent; easily shown but not sincerely felt
Synonyms: effortless, obvious, “child’s play”
Antonyms: difficult, laborious
The problem needs more than just a facile solution.

12. Indomitable (Adj.) unconquerable, refusing to yield
Synonyms: invincible, stubborn
Antonyms: flexible, willing
Gandhi’s indomitable spirit inspired millions of people worldwide.

13. Infallible (Adj.) free from error, absolutely dependable
Synonyms: flawless, foolproof, exact
Antonyms: faulty, imperfect
The gymnast received tens for her infallible routine.

14. Plod (Verb) to walk heavily or slowly; to work slowly
Synonyms: slog, trudge, drag
Antonyms: tiptoe, breeze
Elephants are so big and heavy, they usually only manage to plod along.

15. Pungent (Adj.) causing a sharp sensation; stinging or biting
Synonyms: bitter, sharp, sour
Antonyms: dull, bland, pleasant
The skunk emitted a pungent odor.

16. Remiss (Adj.) neglectful in performance of one’s duty; careless
Synonyms: lazy, sloppy, tardy
Antonyms: careful, thoughtful
I would be remiss if I did not check your progress in vocabulary at least once a week.

17. Repose (Verb & Noun)
(v) to rest; lie; place; (n) relaxation, peace of mind, calmness
Synonyms: inactivity, peace
Antonyms: agitation, disturbance
Dogs should have their own pet bed; they should not lie in repose on my pillow!

18. Temerity (Noun) rashness, boldness Synonyms: impulsiveness, daring
Antonyms: carefulness, caution
After a long, harsh winter with very little to eat, the tiny field mouse had the temerity to venture outside of his burrow.

19. Truculent (Adj.)
fierce and cruel; aggressive; deadly, destructive; scathingly harsh
Synonyms: abusive, fierce
Antonyms: gentle, tame
Hockey is a rough sport, and some of the players are known for their truculent attitude.

20. Unfeigned (Adj.) sincere, real, without pretense
Synonyms: genuine, heartfelt, honest
Antonyms: insincere, pretended
It isn’t very often a politician delivers an unfeigned speech.

21. Virulent (Adj.) extremely poisonous; full of malice; spiteful
Synonyms: deadly, destructive, harmful
Antonyms: helpful, gentle, wholesome
One of the few things in life that are more virulent than a cobra is a woman scorned.