21-40 Flashcards

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21-Misanthrope

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person who dislikes or distrusts people in general

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22-Philanthropy

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love of mankind, act of generosity

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23-Pejorative

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having a disparaging, derogatory, or belittling effect or force; insult or putdown

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4
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24-Moratorium

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a sanctioned period where payments are delayed; any negotiated delay in an action

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5
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25-Parsimonious

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too economical; stingy; miserly

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6
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26-Aversion

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a dislike or distaste for something

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7
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27-Inadvertent

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lax, careless; without intention

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28-Indifferent

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not caring either way; neutral

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9
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29-Objective

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without bias

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30-Discriminate

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to differentiate; to see the difference

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31-Denounce

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to speak out against; to condemn

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12
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32-Innovate

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to be creative; to think of something new

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33-Novel

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new, original

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34-Disdain

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arrogant scorn; contempt; to think unworthy of your notice

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15
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35-Discernment

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insight; ability to see things clearly; acute judgement

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16
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36-Abstract

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theoretical; lacking substance

17
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37-Pragmatic

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of or relating to a practical point of view or practical considerations

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38-Eccentric

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irregular; peculiar; odd

19
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39-Idiosyncrasy

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a trait or behavior unique to an individual

20
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40-Benevolent

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kind; good hearted; generous