Vocabulary Flashcards - K Words
Keen
Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; sharp or penetrating (He has a keen interest in photography.)
Kinetic
Relating to or resulting from motion (The kinetic energy of the moving car was tremendous.)
Kitsch
Art, objects, or design considered to be in poor taste because of excessive garishness or sentimentality, but sometimes appreciated in an ironic or knowing way (The living room was filled with kitsch decorations.)
Kowtow
To act in an excessively subservient manner (The employees were expected to kowtow to the manager's every demand.)
Kudos
Praise and honor received for an achievement (She received kudos from her peers for her outstanding performance.)