Words Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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abhor
A
regard with disgust and hatred
2
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abridge
A
shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense.
3
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abscond
A
leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest for an unlawful action such as theft.
4
Q
accessory
A
a thing which can be added to something else in order to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive.
5
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adherent
A
someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas.
6
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adjourn
A
break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later.
7
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admonish
A
warn or reprimand someone firmly.
8
Q
adroit
A
clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
9
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alacrity
A
brisk and cheerful readiness.
10
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alien
A
belonging to a foreign country or nation.