vocab words Flashcards

(12 cards)

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Audacity

A

a willingness to take bold risks.

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2
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Crevice

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a narrow opening or fissure, especially in a rock or wall.

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3
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vex

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annoyed, frustrated, or worried.

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4
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stifled

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restrain (a reaction) or stop oneself acting on (an emotion).

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5
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conceive

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form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind.

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6
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Acute

A

Sharp,keen

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7
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Vehemently

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in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; with great feeling.

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8
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Derision

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contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

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9
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Hypocritical

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behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case.

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10
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Hearkening

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giving careful attention

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11
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sagacity

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sound judgment, can make good decisions

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12
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dissimulation

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hidden under a false appearance

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