2A Flashcards

(10 cards)

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Bombastic

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High sounding but with little meaning; inflated Adjective

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2
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Epitome

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A person that is a perfect example of that quality Noun

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3
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Callow

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Inexperienced and immature Adjective

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4
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Drivel

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1.silly nonsense 2. Dribble (mouth) Noun and verb

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5
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Infringe

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Actively break terms of something Verb

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6
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Exhort

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Strongly encourage someone to do something Verb

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7
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Aplomb

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Self confidence and assurance Noun

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8
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Ingratiate

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Bring oneself into favor by flattering or pleasing them Verb

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9
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Ex officio

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By virtue of ones position or status Adverb and adjective

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10
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Ameliorate

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Make something bad better Verb

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