Vocab Flashcards by Anna Gauvin

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Aloof (adj)

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withdrawn, self-isolated

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articulate (v)

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to express clearly in words

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defect (n)

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an imperfection or flaw

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finesse (v)

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to accomplish something by cleverness or tact

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forthright (adj)

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honest, direct

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instill (v)

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to grow gradually within

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premonition (n)

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forewarning of a future event

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pseudonym (n)

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a pen name

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rehabilitate (v)

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to restore to good or former condition

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scapegoat (n)

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a person taking the blame/being blamed for something

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abashed (adj)

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embarrassed

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anguish (n)

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great mental suffering or pain

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bask (v)

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to lie in pleasant warmth

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flaunt (v)

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to display in a conceited way

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genial (adj)

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cheerful, pleasant

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ostracize (v)

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to single out from a group

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purge (v)

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to cleanse or clean up

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repercussion (n)

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a consequence of an action or event

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resolute (adj)

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bold or determined, stead fast

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retentive (adj)

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able to hold or keep knowledge easily