Chapter 1 Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
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Arbitrary

A

Not planned or chosen for a particular reason

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2
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Introspection

A

The act or process of self-examination

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3
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Malaise

A

Vague feeling of discomfort in the body

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4
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Peremptory

A

Precluding or putting an end to all debate or action

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5
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Quail

A

To loose heart in the face of difficulty or danger

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6
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Sacrilegious

A

Of, relating to

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7
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Solicitous

A

Manifesting or expressing care or concern

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8
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Urbane

A

Polished or smooth in manner

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9
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Verbose

A

Containing more words than necessary

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10
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Altruism

A

Unselfish interestin the welfare of others

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