Latin&Greek 3 Flashcards

(12 cards)

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a sudden, involuntary urge to do something

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impulse

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To force or strongly persuade; coerce

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compel

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2
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to send out or away

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expel

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3
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a guess, often one based on inadequate or faulty evidence

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conjecture

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4
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downcast or sad; depressed

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dejected

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5
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lowly, miserable and wretched

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abject

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6
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an agent sent on a mission

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emissary

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7
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showing little regard; scornful

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dismissive

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8
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failing to fulfill one’s duty; negligent

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remiss

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9
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cause for action

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motive

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10
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a recurring theme, subject or idea

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motif

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11
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to dramatically express emotions

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emote

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