Week of 2026-04-20

Overview

Week Start: April 20, 2026
Week End: April 26, 2026
Grade Level: 9-12 / Adult

Vocabulary List

1. Capricious

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; fickle or unpredictable Example: The capricious weather in spring can shift from sunshine to hail within minutes.

2. Supercilious

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Behaving as though one thinks one is superior to others; arrogant and disdainful Example: Her supercilious tone made it clear she considered the rest of the team inadequate.

3. Perfunctory

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection; mechanical and routine Example: The inspector gave the building a perfunctory glance before signing off on the inspection.

4. Recondite

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Little known; abstruse or beyond the understanding of most people Example: His recondite knowledge of medieval alchemy fascinated the small group of scholars in the audience.

5. Quixotic

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical to the point of nobility Example: His quixotic quest to rid the world of all poverty was admirable but largely unachievable.

6. Sagacious

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; shrewd and wise Example: The sagacious mentor recognized the young entrepreneur's potential before anyone else did.

7. Verisimilitude

Part of Speech: Noun Definition: The appearance of being true or real; believability in art or literature Example: The filmmaker's attention to period detail gave the historical drama remarkable verisimilitude.

8. Nefarious

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Wicked or criminal; morally wrong or evil Example: The villain's nefarious plan to steal the treasure was foiled by the brave knights.

9. Reticent

Part of Speech: Adjective Definition: Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved or shy Example: She was reticent about sharing her feelings at the party, preferring to listen to others.

10. Acquiesce

Part of Speech: Verb Definition: To accept something reluctantly but without protest; to yield quietly Example: Though he disagreed with the plan, he chose to acquiesce rather than cause further conflict.

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Notes

This week's vocabulary focuses on character traits, judgment, and qualities often encountered in literary analysis and sophisticated discourse.