51-75 Flashcards

(25 cards)

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Ephemeral

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Lasting for a short time

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Gullible

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Easily persuaded to believe something

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3
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Render

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Provider or giver

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4
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Repast

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A meal

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5
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Precept

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A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought

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6
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Lassitude

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A state or weariness; lack of energy

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7
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Qualify

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To limit

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8
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Craven

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A cowardly person

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9
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Morose

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Sullen and liked tempered

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Harrow

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Cause distress

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11
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Ambrosial

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Worthy of the gods; divine

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12
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Pariah

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Social outcast

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13
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Hapless

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Unfortunate

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14
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Diffidence

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Shyness or modesty

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15
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Provident

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Planning for the future

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Abeyance

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A temporary suspension

17
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Apropos

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Concerning; with reference too

18
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Burgeon

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Grow rapidly or flourish

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Fetter

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A check on freedom

20
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Pundit

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A wise man or teacher

21
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Retort

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A witty remark

22
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Gall

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Bold behavior

23
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Chagrin

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Distress or embarrassment

24
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Plight

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Unfortunate situation

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Maudlin
Self pity