Words Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
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abhor

A

regard with disgust and hatred

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abridge

A

shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense.

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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.

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4
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accessory

A

a thing which can be added to something else in order to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive.

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5
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adherent

A

someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas.

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6
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adjourn

A

break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later.

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7
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admonish

A

warn or reprimand someone firmly.

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8
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adroit

A

clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.

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9
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alacrity

A

brisk and cheerful readiness.

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10
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alien

A

belonging to a foreign country or nation.

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