TRI 2 WOD

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    What does vociferate mean?

    To shout loudly and forcefully.

    What is the meaning of obfuscate?

    Deliberately making something unclear.

    How does intransigent differ from flexible?

    Unwilling to compromise or change views.

    What characterizes reticence?

    Quality of being reserved in speech.

    What does candor imply in communication?

    Honesty and openness in speech.

    What is a consequence of pernicious actions?

    They cause gradual harm.

    What does esoteric mean?

    Intended for a small, specialized group.

    What is a reverie?

    A state of pleasant daydreaming.

    What does contravene mean?

    To violate a rule or law.

    How does tepid differ from hot?

    Lukewarm or lacking enthusiasm.

    What does belligerent describe?

    Hostile or aggressive behavior.

    What is the act of amelioration?

    Making something better.

    What does cajolery involve?

    Persuasion through flattery.

    What does prodigious refer to?

    Remarkably large or impressive.

    What is euphony?

    Pleasing or harmonious sound.

    What does vitriolic mean?

    Filled with harsh criticism.

    What does impetuous behavior indicate?

    Acting quickly without thought.

    What characterizes convivial gatherings?

    Friendly and sociable atmosphere.

    What does malevolent imply?

    Having harmful intentions.

    What does veracity mean?

    Truthfulness or accuracy.

    What is a harangue?

    A long, aggressive speech.

    What defines a demagogue?

    A leader appealing to emotions.

    What does penury refer to?

    Extreme poverty.

    What does astute mean?

    Sharp and perceptive.

    What does auspicious indicate?

    Favorable or promising signs.

    What does indolent mean?

    Lazy or avoiding effort.

    What does furtive behavior suggest?

    Sneaky or secretive actions.

    What does placate mean?

    To calm someone who is upset.

    How is analogous used in comparison?

    Comparable in certain ways.

    What does morose describe?

    Gloomy or sullen demeanor.

    What does intrepid mean?

    Fearless and adventurous.

    What does copious mean?

    Abundant or plentiful.

    What does polemical refer to?

    Involving strong arguments.

    What does debilitate mean?

    To weaken or impair.

    What does sardonic imply?

    Grimly mocking or cynical.

    What does ineffable mean?

    Too great to be described.

    What does avaricious mean?

    Extremely greedy for wealth.

    What does reproach mean?

    To criticize or express disappointment.

    What does oblique mean?

    Indirect or unclear.

    What does supercilious describe?

    Arrogantly superior attitude.

    What does vindicate mean?

    To clear from blame.

    What does refractory mean?

    Stubborn or difficult to manage.

    What does portentous suggest?

    Indicates something ominous.

    What does tenuous mean?

    Weak or flimsy connection.

    What does mendacity refer to?

    Dishonesty or lying.

    What does indignant mean?

    Angry over unfair treatment.

    What does repudiate mean?

    To reject or deny.

    What does aestheticism emphasize?

    Focus on beauty and art.

    What does cursory mean?

    Quick and lacking detail.

    What does banal mean?

    Overused and lacking originality.

    What does erudition indicate?

    Deep knowledge from study.

    What does credulous mean?

    Too willing to believe.

    What does hapless mean?

    Unfortunate or unlucky.

    What does mercurial describe?

    Changing moods rapidly.

    What does intonation refer to?

    Rise and fall of voice pitch.