Vocab 2 Flashcards


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Banal

Lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring

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Terse

Sparing in the use of words; abrupt; to the point

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Raconteur

A person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way

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Euphemism

A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. Passed away --> Died

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Succinct

Especially of something written or spoken, briefly and clearly expressed

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Hackneyed

Of a prose or idea, lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and annoying, (Guy meets girl) ("I hope you're well" email)

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Articulate

Of a person's words, having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently

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Laconic

Of a person, speech, or writing style, using very few words

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Lampoon

Publicly criticize by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm

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Platitude

Remark or statement with moral content that has been used too often to be interesting or helpful, (Good things come to those who wait)