Lesson 9 Flashcards by Andi Pfau | Brainscape

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machination (n)

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an evil design or plan

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pejorative (adj)

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having a negative effect; insulting

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harbinger (n)

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an omen or sign

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nubile (adj)

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suitable for marriage in age and physical

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sapient (adj)

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wise; full of knowledge

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chimerical (adj)

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imaginary; fantastic

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masochist (n)

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one who enjoys his or her own pain and suffering

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finesse (n)

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diplomacy; tact

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heterogeneous (adj)

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different; dissimilar

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eclectic (adj)

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choosing from various sources

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grandiose (adj)

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impressive

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raiment (n)

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clothing; garments

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blanch (v)

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to whiten; to make pale

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hybrid (n)

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anything of mixed origin

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idiosyncrasy (n)

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a peculiar personality trait

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