Group B Flashcards

(11 cards)

1
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Recumbent

A

In a reclining position or laying down

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2
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Incarcerate

A

To imprison, confine, jail

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3
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Ludicrous

A

Rediculous, laughable

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4
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Mordant

A

Biting or caustic in thought manner or style

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5
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Pusillanimous

A

Contemptible cowardly or mean spirited

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6
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Nettle

A

A prickly or stinging plant

To arouse displeasure

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7
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Stratagem

A

A scheme to outwit or deceive an opponent

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8
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Incumbent

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Obligatory required. One who holds a specific office at the time

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9
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Pecuniary

A

Consisting of or measured in money

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10
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Jocular

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Humorous jesting jolly joking

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11
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Prepossessing

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Pleasing. Tending to create a favorable impression

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