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

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