11-20 Flashcards

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1
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Give the definition for: deft

A

skillful in physical movements

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2
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Give the definition for: listless

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lacking zest or vivacity

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3
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Give the definition for: uncanny

A

surpassing the ordinary or normal

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4
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Give the definition for: wily

A

marked by skill in deception

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5
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Give the definition for: plaintive

A

expressing sorrow

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6
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Give the definition for: kindle

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to catch fire

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7
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Give the definition for: capricious

A

determined to chance or impulse or whim rather than by reason or necessity

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Give the definition for: amiss

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in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner

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9
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Give the definition for: ostracize

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to expel from a community or group

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10
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Give the definition for: desecrate

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violate the sacred character of a place or language

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