Vocabulary Words American Literature Week 10 Pragmatic Pragmatic Definition adj concerned with practical matters Synonym realistic logical rational Antonym impractical naïve Pretentious ID: 772836
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Vocabulary Words American Literature Week #10
Pragmatic
Pragmatic Definition: ( adj ) concerned with practical matters Synonym: realistic, logical, rational Antonym: impractical, naïve
Pretentious
Pretentious Definition: (adj) making a claim to importance or distinction Synonym : showy, pompous, exaggerated Antonym : down-to-earth, sensible
Querulous
Querulous Definition: (adj) habitually complaining Synonym : critical, fussy, negative Antonym : easy-going, calm
Reclusive
Reclusive Definition: (adj) withdrawn from society; seeking solitude Synonym: isolated, secluded, anti-social Antonym: friendly, out-going
Renovation
Renovation Definition: (n) the act improving by renewing and restoringSynonym : make-over, repair Antonym : damage, decline, worsening
Spontaneous
Spontaneous Definition: (adj) happening or arising without apparent cause Synonym: impulsive, spur-of-the-moment Antonym: planned, intentional, deliberate
Superfluous
Superfluous Definition: (adj) serving no useful purpose; extra; unneededSynonym: unnecessary, excessive Antonym : essential
Tenacious
Tenacious Definition: (adj) holding fast or tending to hold fastSynonym: stubborn, persistent, determined Antonym : weak, unsure, indecisive
Volition
Volition Definition: (n) act of willing or choosingSynonym: wish, choice, decisionAntonym : intimidation, coercion, force
Voracious
Voracious Definition: (adj) having a huge appetite Synonym: hungry, greedy, ravenous Antonym: satisfied, full, satiated