Day 38 Vocabulary

Acting with or showing care and thought for the future; cautious and wise.

" A prudent investor diversifies their portfolio, as it helps to reduce the risk of losing money."

Making little or no noise; silent.

" The library was a quiet place, perfect for studying and reading without any distractions."

Long, winding, and often confused speech or writing that lacks a clear point.

" The presentation devolved into incoherent ramblings, causing the audience to lose interest and grow restless."

A preliminary survey or observation of an area or situation, often in preparation for a larger action.

" The special ops team conducted a quiet reconnaissance of the building before deciding how to proceed with the rescue mission."

Unwilling to speak or share one's thoughts and feelings; reserved in manner.

" Despite the team's victory, the star player remained reticent during the post-game interview, offering only brief answers."

To make false spoken statements that are damaging to a person’s reputation.

" The politician sued the newspaper for damages, claiming that they had slandered his good name with their false accusations."

To be in a state of sleep; to be inactive or dormant.

" The volcano had been slumbering for centuries, but scientists were concerned that it might soon erupt again."

Flavored with or fragrant because of spices; hot and pungent.

" The spicy curry was so hot that it made his eyes water and his nose run uncontrollably."

The quality of acting on sudden impulse rather than careful planning.

" To break the monotony of the week, they decided to embrace spontaneity and took an unplanned trip to the beach."

Perceptible by touch; able to be felt or seen.

" There was no tangible evidence to prove that the suspect was guilty of the crime, so he was set free."

Teasing or tormenting with the sight or promise of something desirable but unobtainable.

" The smell of freshly baked bread was tantalizing, making him incredibly hungry for a slice."

Equivalent in seriousness to; virtually the same as.

" His silence on the issue was tantamount to an admission of guilt, as he refused to give a clear answer."

An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically by a young child.

" The young toddler threw a tantrum in the middle of the grocery store, crying and screaming until he got his way."

A piece of thick textile fabric with pictures or designs woven into it; a complex and intricate mix of events.

" The museum had a beautiful tapestry that depicted a scene from an ancient legend."

A small amount of a color, emotion, or quality; a trace.

" A single tinge of sadness in her voice was all that was needed for him to realize something was terribly wrong."

Treated someone or something without seriousness or respect; to deal with in a casual way.

" He had trifled with her emotions for too long, and she finally decided that she would not be treated that way anymore."