Vocab 21 Flashcards
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Evanescent
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Gradually disappearing, lasting a short time
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Enigma
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A puzzle, a baffling situation
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Euphemism
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Use of an indirect expression in place of one that is harsh
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Fledgling
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Newly developed, little known
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Heretic
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A person who upholds religious doctrines contrary to the established beliefs of the church
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Imminent
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About to occur
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Imperturbable
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Not easily excited or disturbed
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Incongruous
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Inappropriate, out of place
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Opulent
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Wealthy; abundant
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Painstaking
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Very careful; diligent
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Relegate
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To put in a less important position; to assign, to banish
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Savory
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Pleasing to the taste or smell; pleasant, morally attractive