Words That Sound Harsh But Mean Something Nice Flashcards

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ingratiating

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Charming; agreeable; pleasing.

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auspicious

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Promising success; propitious; opportune.

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unctuous

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Characterized by excessive piousness or moralistic fervor; suave.

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bewitching

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To enchant; charm; fascinate.

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urbane

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Reflecting elegance and sophistication.

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simpatico

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Congenial or like-minded; likable.

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meticulous

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Taking or showing extreme care about minute details; precise; thorough.

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punctilious

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Strict or exact in the observance of the formalities or amenities of conduct or actions.

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gossamery

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Thin and light.

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recondite

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Dealing with very profound or difficult subject matter.

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scrupulous

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Showing a strict regard for what one considers right; principled.

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propitious

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Presenting favorable conditions; favorable.

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infallible

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Absolutely trustworthy or sure.

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