Pay it Forward Vocab Flashcards

(27 cards)

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Jarring

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To shake or hit something in a way that damages it or makes it lose

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2
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Freelance

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Working independently for different companies rather than being employed by one company

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3
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Imposter

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Someone who pretends to be someone else in order to trick people

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4
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Originator

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The person who first has the idea for something and starts it

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Unconcerned

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Not worried about something

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Tension

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A nervous, worried feeling that makes it impossivle to relax

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7
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Contagion

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A feeling or attitude that spreads quickly

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Impulsive

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To do things without considering the possible consequences

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Significant

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Having an important effect or influence, especially on what will happen in the future

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10
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Sophisticated

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Having a lot of experience of life, and good judgment about socially important things such as art, fashion, etc

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Ultimatum

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A threat saying that if someone does not do something by a particular time, they will be punished

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Tilt

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To move or make something move into a position where one side is higher than the other.

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13
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Oversensitive

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To be easily offended or overly emotional

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14
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Indignation

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Anger or resentment

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15
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Dismissive

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to appear uninterested or unconcerned

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16
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Excruciating

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Painful and unbearable

17
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Divinely

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Exquisite or heavenly

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Distressingly

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To act with worry or concern

19
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Euphemistic

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To act in a neutral or understanding manner

20
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Revelation

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An idea achieved through reflection

21
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Transparent

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To appear obvios or transparent

22
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Petulant

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Grumpy or moody

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Scrupulously

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To act carefully or methodically

24
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Expectance

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To be ready for something to happen

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Idealism
To have optimism or hope
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Sauntered
To walk with pride or confidence
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Repel
To resist or deter