1-15 Flashcards
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abstract
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Theoretical, without reference to specifics
2
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absurd
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contrary to logic, but sometimes artistically viable
3
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acerbic
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bitter, sharp, acid
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ambiguous
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having two or more possible meanings or interpretations
5
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analytical
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inclined to examine things by studying their component parts
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anecdotal
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involving a short personal narrative of an event or incident
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angry
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extremely annoyed; enraged
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austere
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Stern, strict, frugal, unadorned
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banal
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pointless, an interesting, and boringly ordinary
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bantering
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characterized by good-natured teasing; playful in conversation
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baroque
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elaborate, flamboyant, and ornamental
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bizarre
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unusually strange or odd
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bland
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lacking character, emotion, or interest
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bombastic
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pretentious and pompous
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breezy
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lively, quick paced, cheerful, relaxed
