English Vocab 1 Flashcards
(15 cards)
1
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Abate (v.)
A
Lessen in intensity
2
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Abscond (v.)
A
Leave hurriedly and secretly
3
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Abundant (adj.)
A
Present in large quantities
4
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Abysmal (adj.)
A
Extremely bad
5
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Adamant (adj.)
A
Refusing to be persuaded or change one’s mind
6
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Adulation (n.)
A
High praise, flattery
7
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Aesthetic (adj.)
A
Related to beauty or appearance
8
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Affable (adj.)
A
Friendly, pleasant, good natured
9
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Alacrity (n.)
A
Brisk and cheerful readiness
10
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Aloof (adj.)
A
Not friendly or open; distant
11
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Ambiguous (adj.)
A
Unclear; open to several potential interpretations or meanings
12
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Amicable (adj.)
A
Friendly, agreeable
13
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Anachronism (n.)
A
Something belonging to another time
14
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Anecdote (n.)
A
Short account or description of an event
15
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Annihilate (v.)
A
Kill or destroy