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1
Q

adversity

A

difficulties

misfortune

2
Q

altruistic

A

self-sacrificing

thoughtful of welfare of others

3
Q

despot

A

dictator

unlimited power

4
Q

emulate

A

to try to equal or exceed

5
Q

hedonist

A

lives solely for pleasure

6
Q

latent

A

lying hidden and undeveloped

7
Q

dignified

A

distinguished

possessing serious manner worthy of respect

8
Q

pompous

A

self-important
stately
magnificent

9
Q

rancor

A

strong hate or bitter feeling

10
Q

raze

A

tear down or destroy

11
Q

apathetic

A

showing no concern

12
Q

choleric

A

extremely irritable

easily angered

13
Q

foreboding

A

inner feeling of evil or misfortune

14
Q

sentimental

A

tender emotions of love pity or nostalgia

15
Q

straightforward

A

direct
clear cut
honest

15
Q

somber

A

gloomy
depressing
sad