If you argue about small, unimportant details, you…
quibble
A negative, distrustful attitude toward life is called…
cynicism
If you remove fear, stress, or doubt from your mind, you…
banish them
Something essential or naturally part of something is…
inherent
“Don’t ______ over small details, just answer the question.”
quibble
If someone spends resources foolishly, they…
squander
To survive on a very tight budget means you have to…
make ends meet
Which word means “to be extremely focused on something, especially unhealthily”?
obsess
Removing negative thoughts from your mind means you…
banish them
If something gives you a sudden increase of energy or confidence, it gives you a…
boost
“He insulted me, and took my lunch ______.” (meaning: as an extra negative action)
into the bargain
Which word means extreme physical or emotional pain?
agony
Someone who gives their time or resources to help others with no reward is…
altruistic
A synonym for inner peace and satisfaction is…
contentment
A person who constantly criticises humanity is a…
misanthrope
Which word describes a person who dislikes or distrusts other people?
misanthrope
“That surprise party was a total ______!”
blast
Another word for deep satisfaction and peace is…
contentment
“I’m ______ to believe him; he always keeps his word.”
inclined
A “hardened criminal” means someone who is…
emotionally toughened, no longer sensitive
“Even though he hurt my feelings, he criticised my cooking ______.”
into the bargain
The tiny sensory organs on the tongue are…
taste buds
To copy someone’s behaviour in order to match their success is to…
emulate
If someone wastes an opportunity, they…
squander it
A fun explosion of music, colour, or excitement is often called a…
blast
“Her speech gave the whole team a huge ______ of confidence.”
boost
Someone who has lost sensitivity or empathy because of experience is…
hardened
“Stop focusing on it so much! Don’t ______ over that tiny mistake.”
obsess
If a flavour is so strong it shocks your tongue, it shocks your…
taste buds
Someone who’s extremely helpful with no personal gain is…
altruistic