Vocabulary - Page 8
Copacetic DefinitionCopacetic is an adjective that means “fine,” “OK,” or “satisfactory.” It is pronounced [koh-puh-seh-tik]. Copasetic is the most...August 21, 2016- Amicable: Definition and ExamplesAmicable is an adjective that means “friendly” or “peaceable.” Amicable is best used to describe situations that could have...August 21, 2016
- Disdain: Definition and ExamplesAs a noun, disdain is a feeling of dislike of something because it’s regarded as unworthy. As a verb, to disdain something is to...August 18, 2016
- What Does Demeanor Mean?Demeanor is a noun that refers to someone’s outward behaviour and appearance. Demeanor is spelled demeanour everywhere except the...August 17, 2016
Loquacious—What Does It Mean?Loquacious is an adjective we use to describe someone who talks easily, fluently, and a lot. If you’re afraid of awkward silences...August 17, 2016
Albeit Meaning and UsageAlbeit is a conjunction that means “even though” or “although.” It can sometimes be used instead of although, even though, or...August 14, 2016- Schadenfreude–What Does It Mean?Even if you don’t know what schadenfreude means, chances are you’ve experienced it at least once in your life. Maybe when your...August 14, 2016
- What Does Quid Pro Quo Mean?If you’re a fan of police or legal procedural TV shows, you’ve probably noticed how suspects in these shows are sometimes offered...August 13, 2016
Thrusted? The Past Tense of ThrustThrust is the standard past tense form of the verb thrust. Thrusted exists, but it is rare. Have you ever flown in an airplane?...August 9, 2016- Faux Pas: Definition and ExamplesAs far as writing it is concerned, you don’t have to worry about the plural of faux pas—it’s written the same as the singular. If...August 4, 2016