vocabulary 5 Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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Ague?
A
malaria, or other illness involving fever, chills, and shivering.
2
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carmine?
A
a vivid red colour, a crimson pigment made from cochineal insects.
3
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clangor?
A
a resounding, loud banging or ringing noise.
4
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debonair?
A
sophisticated, confident, and charming, usually revering to a man.
5
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eminence?
A
an influential person of high rank: having superior skill in a certain art or profession.
6
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impinge?
A
to impact forcefully or have effect upon; to enroach.
7
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piquant?
A
being pleasantly appealing and intriguing to the mind, a spicy, stimulating taste.
8
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vehemence?
A
a passionate display of intense feelings.
9
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versatile?
A
adaptable to many different uses or activities.
10
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vindictive?
A
desiring or seeking revenge; spiteful.
