AP Lang vocab flashcard

Front

This word means bitter or spiteful.

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acrimony

Front

Strong contrast between two things is a

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dichotomy

Front

Tone of superiority:

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condescending

Front

Someone who double checks their math homework is very...

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diligent

Front

He took the long way around. Also known as the __________ route.

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circuitous

Front

Her ______ remarks were reported as nasty and highly inappropriate.

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caustic

Front

Someone who persuades through emotion rather than reason is...

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a demagogue

Front

Synonym for arrogant:

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haughty

Front

The argument was strong and well-articulated. It could be considered...

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cogent

Front

abrupt or off-handed manner

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brusque