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abrogate (v)
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to abolish usually by authority
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abjure (v)
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to reject, renounce
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acerbic (adj)
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biting, bitter in tone or in taste
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acrimony (n)
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characterized by bitterness, discord
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acumen (n)
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keen insight
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adumbrate (v)
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to sketch out in a vague way
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alacrity (n)
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eagerness, speed
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anathema (n)
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a cursed, detested person
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antipathy (n)
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a strong dislike, repugnance
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approbation
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praise
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arrogate
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to take without justification
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ascetic
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practicing restraint as a means of self-discipline, usually religious
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aspersion
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a curse, expression of ill-will
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assiduous
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hard working, diligent
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blandish (v)
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to coax by flattery
