Vocabulary Words American Literature

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Vocabulary Words American Literature Week #9

Asylum

Asylum Definition: (n) a shelter from danger or hardship Synonym: refuge, sanctuary, safety Antonym: danger, exposure

Conditional You may not apply for or keep a driver’s permit or license if you withdraw from school (if you are under age 18), have a total of 10 unexcused absences or have any conduct infractions.

Conditional Definition: (adj) qualified by reservations Synonym: provisional, restricted Antonym: unlimited, open

Conformist

Conformist Definition: (n) someone who follows established standards of conduct Synonym: follower, traditionalist, sheep Antonym: rebel, radical, renegade

Haughty

Haughty Definition: (adj) having or showing arrogant superiority and disdain Synonym: stuck-up, condescending Antonym: humble, unassuming

Intuitive

Intuitive Definition: (adj) spontaneously derived from natural tendency Synonym: instinctive, perceptive, natural Antonym: insensitive, thick-headed

Precocious

Precocious Definition: (adj) characterized by exceptionally early development and maturity Synonym: bright, gifted, advanced Antonym: immature, slow

Submissive

Submissive Definition: (adj) willingness to serve or submit to orders of others Synonym: obedient, meek Antonym: assertive, aggressive

Tactful

Tactful Definition: (adj) having or showing a sense of what is fitting or appropriate Synonym: polite, diplomatic, careful Antonym: rude, careless, insensitive

Transient

Transient Definition: (adj) fleeting; temporary Synonym: brief, passing Antonym: permanent, stable

Wary

Wary Definition: (adj) marked by keen caution and watchful prudence Synonym: suspicious, guarded Antonym: careless, unsuspecting, naive