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11/1 vocab Flashcards

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Diurnal

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Occurring daily

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Ignominious

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Shameful; disgraceful; dishonorable

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Epithets

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Abusive or contemptuous words or phrases used to describe a person place or thing

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Deferential

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Respectful

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Melancholy

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Low spirit; sadness

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Parochial

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Of or in a parish

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Fortitude

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Courage in facing pain, danger, or trouble

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Flagellation

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Whipping;flogging

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Flagellation

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Whipping;flogging

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Benevolent

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Desiring to promote the happiness of others; charitable; generous

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Obeisance

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bow or curtsy made as a token of respect or submission

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