Vocal Words #2 Flashcards by Oliver Creamer

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allocation (N)

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part of something set aside

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ascetic (AD)

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self disciplined

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beguile (V)

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lead by deception

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crass (AD)

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gross

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defray (V)

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to provide money for a cost

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dint (N)

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doing something with force

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enjoin (V)

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to direct or impose with force

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envoy (N)

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a representative with a message

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interloper (N)

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illegal intruder

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vicarious (AD)

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experiencing something through others

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admonish (V)

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to warn strongly

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akimbo (AD)

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hands on the hips

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lassitude (N)

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a condition of weakness

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licentious (AD)

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lacking moral discipline

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muse (N) (V)

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(N)-source of inspiration (V)-to be absorbed in thought

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pecuniary (AD)

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consisting of or measured in money

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plight (N) (V)

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to pledge

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presumptuous (AD)

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to bold or to forward

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subversive (AD)

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radical supporter of a revolution, rebellious

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vacuous (AD)

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something lacking content

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avocation (N)

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hobby

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capricious (ADJ)

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implusive

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disparity (N)

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great difference

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efficacy (N)

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power to produce effect

epistle (N)

elegant letter

hospice (N)

a home for the terminal ill

impetus (N)

driving force

moribund (V)

being in a state of dying

reticent (ADJ)

shy

vacillate (V)

to sway

akin (ADJ)

related by blood

corroborate (V)

to support with authority

inexorable (ADJ)

not to be persuaded

insipid (ADJ)

lacking flavor or taste

nefarious (ADJ)

wicked or evil

physiognomy (N)

reading someones facial expression and body language

retinue (N)

a group to protect an important person

torrid (ADJ)

parched from heat

affront (V)

to insult openly

blasé (ADJ)

bored with pleasure