literature 7 Flashcards
(20 cards)
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genial
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happy, friendly
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appall
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to shock or horrify
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berth
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where a ship anchors (docks)
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imperious
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overbearing,bossy
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semi barbaric
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half civilized
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impartial
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not favoring one side or another
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solemnized
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made solemn (grave, awe, inspiring) by ritual
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delirious
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state of great mental confusion
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obsession
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compulsive preoccupation with idea
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enamel
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metal pottery that is glossy,clear
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squadron
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unit of military aircraft
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tenor
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general meaning, drift
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elude
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to avoid, slip away
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blustering
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speaking in a bragging, noisy manner
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brusquely
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in an abrupt, crude manner
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repose
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to lie at rest
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tolerance
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accepting others’ beliefs
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pompous
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full of self-importance
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chagrin
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embarrassment due to failure
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contempt
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feeling toward a person one considers worthless
