Flashcard 1 - Term: Altruistic
Definition: Definition: Showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others. Example: Her altruistic donation funded scholarships for low-income students. Synonym: Selfless, charitable.
Explanation: Altruistic describes actions motivated by genuine concern for others rather than self-interest. Think of altruism as the opposite of egotism.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 2 - Term: Ambivalent
Definition: Definition: Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something. Example: He felt ambivalent about the job offer—excited by the opportunity but worried about relocating. Synonym: Uncertain, conflicted.
Explanation: Ambivalent comes from Latin: 'ambi' (both) + 'valent' (strong). It describes having two equally strong but opposite feelings simultaneously.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 3 - Term: Candid
Definition: Definition: Truthful and straightforward; frank. Example: She gave a candid assessment of the project's challenges. Synonym: Honest, direct, forthright.
Explanation: Candid speech is open and honest without evasion or pretense. A candid photo is unstaged, capturing a genuine moment.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 4 - Term: Disparity
Definition: Definition: A great difference or inequality. Example: The disparity in wages between executives and workers sparked debate. Synonym: Gap, inequality, discrepancy.
Explanation: Disparity emphasizes significant differences between things that should be similar or equal, often used in discussions of social or economic inequality.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 5 - Term: Eloquent
Definition: Definition: Fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing. Example: Her eloquent speech moved the audience to tears. Synonym: Articulate, expressive, persuasive.
Explanation: Eloquent describes communication that is clear, powerful, and beautiful. It combines effective expression with emotional impact.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 6 - Term: Fastidious
Definition: Definition: Very attentive to detail; meticulous and hard to please. Example: He was fastidious about cleanliness, organizing his desk daily. Synonym: Meticulous, particular, fussy.
Explanation: Fastidious can be positive (showing care for quality) or negative (being overly picky). Context determines the connotation.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 7 - Term: Gregarious
Definition: Definition: Sociable and enjoying the company of others. Example: Her gregarious personality made her popular at parties. Synonym: Outgoing, sociable, friendly.
Explanation: Gregarious comes from Latin 'grex' meaning flock or herd. Gregarious people seek out social situations like animals that live in groups.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 8 - Term: Juxtapose
Definition: Definition: Place side by side for contrasting effect. Example: The film juxtaposed scenes of wealth and poverty. Synonym: Compare, contrast.
Explanation: Juxtaposition is a literary and artistic technique that places contrasting elements together to highlight their differences and create meaning.
Bloom Level: Understand
Flashcard 9 - Term: Nostalgia
Definition: Definition: Sentimental longing for the past. Example: Looking at old photos filled him with nostalgia for his college years. Synonym: Wistfulness, reminiscence.
Explanation: Nostalgia combines Greek 'nostos' (homecoming) + 'algos' (pain). It literally means the pain of wanting to return home or to the past.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 10 - Term: Pensive
Definition: Definition: Engaged in deep or serious thought, often with a tinge of sadness. Example: She stared out the window with a pensive expression. Synonym: Thoughtful, reflective, contemplative.
Explanation: Pensive describes introspective thought that's slightly melancholy. It's more specific than simply 'thinking'—it has an emotional quality.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 11 - Term: Resilient
Definition: Definition: Able to recover quickly from difficulties; adaptable. Example: The resilient community rebuilt after the disaster. Synonym: Strong, adaptable, durable.
Explanation: Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity. It applies to both physical materials and psychological strength.
Bloom Level: Remember
Flashcard 12 - Term: Scrutinize
Definition: Definition: Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly. Example: The detective scrutinized the evidence for clues. Synonym: Examine, inspect, analyze.
Explanation: Scrutinize implies critical, detailed examination—more intense than simply looking or reading. It suggests searching for hidden details or flaws.
Bloom Level: Understand
