Chpt. 4 Flashcards

1
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Austere

A

Plain and simple

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2
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Giddy

A

Lacking seriousness

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3
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Stilted

A

A style of speech or writing that is stiff, stuffy, showy, or artificially formal

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4
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Emasculate

A

To deprive somebody or something of effectiveness, Spirit, or strength

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5
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Concoct

A

To think up a story, plan, or idea in a way that is imaginative

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