1. Vocabulary Words American Literature
Week #2

2. Abdicate Wallis Simpson & Edward VIII
Representative Gabrielle Giffords
Wallis Simpson & Edward VIII

3. Abdicate Definition: (v.) to give up power, duties or obligations
Synonym: resign, relinquish,
step down
Antonym: accept, receive

4. Aberration

5. Aberration
Definition: (n.) state or condition different from the norm.
Synonym: deviation, abnormality
Antonym: normality

6. Bias

7. Bias
Definition: (n.) partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.
Synonym: prejudice, favoritism
Antonym: impartiality, fairness

8. Capacious

9. Capacious Definition: (adj.) large in capacity
Synonym: roomy, spacious
Antonym: small, cramped

10. Digression

11. Digression
Definition: (n.) message that departs from the main subject.
Synonym: aside, detour
Antonym: focus, concentration

12. Ephemeral

13. Ephemeral Definition: (adj.) lasting a very short time.
Synonym: brief, momentary, fleeting
Antonym: permanent, lasting

14. Fortitude

15. Fortitude Definition: (n.) strength of mind, courage
Synonym: determination, resilience
Antonym: weakness

16. Inconsequential

17. Inconsequential Definition: (adj.) lacking worth or importance.
Synonym: insignificant, petty, trivial
Antonym: important, essential

18. Opulent

19. Opulent Definition: (adj.) rich and superior in quality.
Synonym: wealthy, lavish, luxurious
Antonym: meager, bare, poor

20. Superficial

21. Superficial Definition: (adj.) shallow; not deep or penetrating.
Synonym: insincere, trivial
Antonym: deep, thoughtful