Vocabulary Words American Literature

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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Reclusive Definition: (adj) withdrawn from society; seeking solitude Synonym: isolated, secluded, anti-social Antonym: friendly, out-going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 of improving by renewing and restoring Synonym: 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; unneeded Synonym: unnecessary, excessive Antonym: essential

Tenacious

Tenacious Definition: (adj) holding fast or tending to hold fast Synonym: stubborn, persistent, determined Antonym: weak, unsure, indecisive

Volition

Volition Definition: (n) act of willing or choosing Synonym: wish, choice, decision Antonym: intimidation, coercion, force

Voracious

Voracious Definition: (adj) having a huge appetite Synonym: hungry, greedy, ravenous Antonym: satisfied, full, satiated