AP Lang Vocab 10 Flashcards
1
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ameliorate
A
to make better or more tolerable
2
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callous
A
hardened; feeling no emotion
3
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emulate
A
to strive to equal or excel; to imitate
4
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propensity
A
an intense inclination or preference
5
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trepidation
A
a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation
6
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euphemism
A
the substitution of a milder word for one considered too harsh or blunt
7
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insolent
A
showing a rude or arrogant lack of respect
8
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obstinate
A
stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course of action despite attempts to persuade on otherwise
9
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sagacious
A
having good judgment; practical; shrewd; wise
10
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sanction
A
to give official permission or approval; a threatened penalty for disobeying a rule or law
