Word Master — Set 7

Set 7 of Word Master covers 5 words: heinous, fulsome, anachronistic, nebulous, refulgent. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. heinous · adjective/ˈheɪ.nəs/

   shockingly wicked or cruel

   The murder was a heinous act that shocked everyone in the town.

   Synonyms: wicked, evil, cruel

   Origin: from Middle English, from Old French 'hainous', from 'haïr' meaning 'to hate'

2. fulsome · adjective/ˈfʊlsəm/

   offensively flattering or insincere in expression

   His fulsome praise for the new movie made it clear he was trying too hard to impress everyone.

   Synonyms: excessive, insincere, flattering

   Origin: The word 'fulsome' comes from Middle English, derived from the Old English 'fulsome,' which means 'full' or 'abundant.'

3. anachronistic · adjective/əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

   belonging to a period other than that being portrayed

   The movie was criticized for its anachronistic costumes, which looked like they were from a different time period.

   Synonyms: outdated, old-fashioned

   Origin: from the Greek word 'anachronismos', meaning 'against time'

4. nebulous · adjective/ˈnɛb.jə.ləs/

   vague or ill-defined

   Her plans for the future are still quite nebulous, and no one really knows what she wants to do.

   Synonyms: vague, unclear, hazy

   Origin: from Latin 'nebulosus', meaning 'full of mist or fog'

5. refulgent · adjective/rɪˈfʌldʒənt/

   shining brightly; radiant

   The refulgent sun brightened the whole sky with its warm light.

   Synonyms: radiant, shining, bright

   Origin: from Latin 'refulgens', which is the present participle of 'refulgere', meaning 'to shine brightly'.