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SAT Humanities - Negative and Neutral Attitude

Here you will learn some English words related to negative and neutral attitudes, such as "scoff", "brazen", "apathy", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Humanities
indignation

a feeling of anger or annoyance aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean

Ex: Her voice trembled with indignation at the unfair accusation. 
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skepticism

a doubting or questioning attitude towards ideas, beliefs, or claims that are generally accepted

Ex: Her skepticism about the new diet fad led her to research its effectiveness before trying it. 
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cynicism
cynicism
[noun]

a doubtful view toward others' honesty or intentions

Ex: The film highlighted the cynicism of modern society, where people often doubt the goodness in others. 
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complacency

a feeling of self-satisfaction or contentment, often accompanied by a lack of awareness of potential dangers

Ex: The team's early successes led to complacency, causing them to underestimate their competition in the final match. 
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contempt
contempt
[noun]

the disregard and lack of respect for someone or something seen as insignificant or unworthy

Ex: She looked at his suggestion with contempt, dismissing it immediately. 
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disdain
disdain
[noun]

the feeling that someone or something is not worthy of respect or consideration

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resentment

a lasting feeling of anger or bitterness because of unfair treatment

Ex: She felt resentment when she was left out. 
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mania
mania
[noun]

an intense enthusiasm or obsession for something, often to an excessive or uncontrollable degree

Ex: His mania for collecting rare coins led him to travel the world in search of unique pieces. 
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brazen
brazen
[Adjective]

behaving without shame or fear and refusing to follow traditional rules or manners

Ex: The employee's brazen attitude during the meeting surprised everyone as she openly challenged the boss's decisions. 
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morose
morose
[Adjective]

having a sullen, gloomy, or pessimistic disposition

Ex: After receiving disappointing news, he became morose and withdrew from social interactions. 
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sullen
sullen
[Adjective]

bad-tempered, gloomy, and usually silent

Ex: After losing the game, he sat in the corner with a sullen expression, refusing to talk to anyone. 
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mercurial
mercurial
[Adjective]

prone to unpredicted and sudden changes

Ex: Her mercurial mood swings made it hard for friends to keep up. 
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sheepish
sheepish
[Adjective]

showing a lack of confidence or courage in an awkward way

Ex: His sheepish demeanor in front of the crowd showed how nervous he was about public speaking. 
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sarcastic
sarcastic
[Adjective]

stating the opposite of what one means to criticize, insult, mock, or make a joke

Ex: His sarcastic remarks often left others feeling offended or belittled. 
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snobbish
snobbish
[Adjective]

displaying an attitude of superiority toward those perceived as inferior, often due to social status, wealth, or education

Ex: Her snobbish remarks about the neighborhood offended many of the residents. 
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offhand
offhand
[Adverb]

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

Ex: He dismissed her concerns offhand, not realizing how important they were to her. 
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pejorative
pejorative
[Adjective]

having a negative or belittling connotation

Ex: She used pejorative language to describe her rival's work. 
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willful
willful
[Adjective]

stubbornly disregarding rules, advice, or the wishes of others

Ex: Despite the risks, her willful nature led her to pursue the dangerous expedition. 
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disgruntled
disgruntled
[Adjective]

feeling dissatisfied, often due to a sense of unfair treatment or disappointment

Ex: The disgruntled employee expressed frustration with the company's new policies during the meeting. 
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pessimistic
pessimistic
[Adjective]

having or showing a negative view of the future and always waiting for something bad to happen

Ex: Despite their hard work, he remained pessimistic about the chances of success. 
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to mistrust

to have doubts, reservations, or uncertainties about relying on someone or something

Ex: His suspicious nature causes him to instinctively mistrust people's intentions until they prove otherwise. 
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to belittle

to speak or express derogatory remarks about someone

Ex: She often belittles her colleagues, making them feel inadequate. 
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to patronize

to speak or behave in a way that implies that one is more knowledgeable, experienced, or intelligent than the other person

Ex: I feel she is patronizing me by her constant attempts to explain things to me as if I'm incapable of understanding. 
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to snicker

to laugh quietly in a sneaky or mocking way

Ex: The students couldn't help but snicker when the teacher made a funny mistake. 
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to mock
to mock
[Verb]

to ridicule someone or something in a disrespectful manner

Ex: She did not appreciate being mocked for her fashion choices at the party. 
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to scoff
to scoff
[Verb]

to mock with contempt

Ex: He scoffed at the idea of ghosts. 
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to scowl
to scowl
[Verb]

to frown in a sullen or angry way

Ex: She scowled at the noisy children. 
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haughtily
haughtily
[Adverb]

in a manner that shows arrogant superiority toward others

Ex: She haughtily dismissed the suggestion, believing her own ideas were far superior. 
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blatantly
blatantly
[Adverb]

in an open and unashamed way, especially when violating rules or norms

Ex: He blatantly lied to the manager about finishing the project. 
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pretentiously

in a manner that tries to impress by pretending to have more importance, talent, or culture than is actually possessed

Ex: He spoke pretentiously about his travels, exaggerating his experiences to seem more worldly. 
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disposition

the usual attitude of a person in any given circumstance

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apathy
apathy
[noun]

a general lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm toward things in life

Ex: The student's apathy towards his studies was evident in his consistently low grades. 
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reserve
reserve
[noun]

a tendency to keep one's thoughts, feelings, and personal affairs to oneself

Ex: She admired his reserve during the heated argument, as he stayed calm and collected. 
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hesitant
hesitant
[Adjective]

uncertain or reluctant to act or speak, often due to doubt or indecision

Ex: The hesitant student stood at the front of the class, unsure whether to ask a question. 
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outspoken
outspoken
[Adjective]

freely expressing one's opinions or ideas without holding back

Ex: The outspoken activist fearlessly spoke out against social injustices, rallying others to join the cause. 
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forthright
forthright
[Adjective]

(of a person) straightforward in expressing thoughts or opinions

Ex: He is a forthright individual, always speaking his mind without hesitation. 
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blunt
blunt
[Adjective]

having a plain and sometimes harsh way of expressing thoughts or opinions

Ex: Instead of sugarcoating the feedback, she gave a blunt assessment of the project's shortcomings. 
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candid
candid
[Adjective]

open and direct about one's true feelings or intentions

Ex: She appreciated his candid feedback, which helped her understand her strengths and weaknesses. 
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bashful
bashful
[Adjective]

shy or timid, especially in social situations, often accompanied by a reluctance to draw attention to oneself

Ex: The bashful child hid behind their mother's leg when introduced to strangers at the party. 
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solemn
solemn
[Adjective]

reflecting deep sincerity or a lack of humor

Ex: The solemn ceremony honored the sacrifices of those who served in the military. 
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objective
objective
[Adjective]

based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or judgments

Ex: The journalist strived to provide an objective report, presenting the facts without bias. 
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matter-of-fact
matter-of-fact
[Adjective]

presenting information in a straightforward, unemotional, and practical manner

Ex: He gave a matter-of-fact explanation of the procedure, focusing solely on the necessary steps. 
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timid
timid
[Adjective]

lacking confidence or courage

Ex: She was too timid to speak up during meetings, fearing she would say something wrong. 
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detached
detached
[Adjective]

lacking interest or emotional involvement

Ex: His detached demeanor during the meeting made it clear he wasn't invested in the project. 
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stern
stern
[Adjective]

serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority

Ex: The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules. 
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withdrawn
withdrawn
[Adjective]

(of a person) unwilling to talk to other people or participate in social events

Ex: Since starting at the new school, he became increasingly withdrawn, preferring to spend time alone. 
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rampant
rampant
[Adjective]

characterized by unchecked, aggressive, or uncontrollable behavior

Ex: Crime was rampant in the city after the blackout. 
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prone
prone
[Adjective]

having a tendency or inclination toward something

Ex: He is prone to making impulsive decisions. 
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apt
apt
[Adjective]

having a natural tendency toward something

Ex: She is apt to excel in mathematics due to her strong analytical skills. 
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resignedly
resignedly
[Adverb]

in a manner that shows acceptance of something undesirable or unavoidable without protest

Ex: She sighed resignedly and started cleaning up the mess, knowing it was her responsibility. 
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impassively
impassively
[Adverb]

in a manner that shows no emotion, feeling, or reaction

Ex: He listened impassively to the news, not letting his true feelings show. 
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