Lesson 1 Using Synonyms Term 2 Ambivalence n

Lesson 1 Using Synonyms Term 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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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