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(21 cards)
Dissent
To disagree
Dearth
Scarcity, limited supply
Profuse
Very abundant; giving freely
Elicit
To bring out, cause to happen
Indifferent
Having no preference- impartial
Vilify
To speak ill of; to slander
Furtive
Secretive, stealthy
Mitigate
Assuage- to ease of lessen
Stolid
Unemotional; not easily excited
Wither
To become dry or lifeless- atrophy- to waste away
Adulation
Excessive praise
Altruistic
Empathy- concerned for the welfare of others
Advocate
To support- endorse
Cognizant
Recognize-aware
Pacifist
A person who favors peace
Incontrovertible
Indisputable, undeniable
Miser
A person who saves money excessively- frugal- not munificent
Revere
To respect, admire
Every american patriot reveres Paul Revere
Alacrity
Eagerness, cheerful willingness
Garner
To get; to acquire
Penury
Extreme poverty