Unit 1: Romatic Unit Real Definitions Flashcards by Anna Dibble | Brainscape

Flashcards in Unit 1: Romatic Unit Real Definitions Deck (15)

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Assuage

Verb

to make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense

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Avarice

Noun

Extreme greed for wealth or material gain

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Lecherous

Adjective

having or showing offensive or excessive sexual desire

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Covetous

Adjective

Having or showing a great desire to posses something, typically something belonging to someone else.

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Duplicity

Noun

deceitfulness; double-dealing

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Vigilant

Adjective

keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties

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Musing

Noun

A period of reflection or though

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Wanton

Adjective

(Of a cruel or violent action) deliberate and unprovoked

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Tawdry

Adjective

Showy but cheap and of poor quality

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Excavation

Noun

The action of excavating something, especially an archaeological site.

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Ethereal

Adjective

Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.

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Impervious

Adjective

Unable to be affected by

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Detriment

Noun

The state of being harmed or damaged

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Sublime

Adjective

Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.

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Superfluous

Adjective

unnecessary, especially through being more than enough