Lesson 7 Flashcards
1
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Inclined to distrust or deny the goodness or sincerity of human motive.
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Cynical
2
Q
Conformity to accepted standards of conduct; proper behavior
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Decorum
3
Q
A leader who appeals to the emotions and prejudices of people, especially to the advance his own power.
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Demagogue
4
Q
Quiet and modest
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Demure
5
Q
To express disapproval of; to depreciate ones effort
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Deprecate
6
Q
Extremely poor; lacking necessities like food and shelter
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Destitute
7
Q
Lacking in self-confidence; shy
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Diffident
8
Q
A difficult choice; especially a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives.
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Dilemma
9
Q
One who studies an art or science for mere amusement
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Dilettante
10
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Inequality; difference
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Disparity
