1. Lesson 1 Using Synonyms
Term 2

2. Ambivalence (n) Indecision, uncertainty
The coexistence of opposing attitudes or feelings toward a person, an object, or an idea.
I think Carla has some ambivalence about getting married.

3. Bemused (adj) Preoccupied, confused, absorbed
Lost in thought, bewildered about something
I was completely bemused by his questions.
a bemused frown

4. Blighted(adj) Spoiled, impaired, ruined, doomed
Something damaged, ruined, or devalued in some way
Our town is blighted by unemployment.

5. Ephemeral (adj) Short-lived, transient, temporary
Something transient or passing
the ephemeral joys of childhood.
ephemeral popularity

6. Incomprehensible (adj.)
perplexing, puzzling
Something not able to be understood
He left the house at three in the morning for incomprehensible reasons.

7. Lament (v.) Mourn, cry, grieve To mourn or express sorrow
Their pitiful laments could be heard throughout the ward.
 We lamented the loss of final game.

8. Nostalgia(n) Homesickness, remembrance, pining
A sentimental yearning to return to the past
Peter has a nostalgia for his college
days.

9. Reminiscent (adj) Suggestive, remindful
Pertaining to past experience, awakening memories of something similar
His style of writing is
reminiscent of Melton's.
An evening reminiscent
of happier times.

10. Serene (adj) Peaceful, calm, sedate, tranquil
Restful, peaceful, and satisfying
She had a serene expression on her face
a serene landscape

11. Vibrant (adj) Lively, energetic Lively and bright
a vibrant personality.
I love the vibrant life of a large city.
vibrant colors
a vibrant performance.

12. Love you