16 vocab Flashcards

Question 1

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aura

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a distinctive atmosphere or feeling that seems to surround someone or something; a distinctive appearance or impression.

Question 2

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aura

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a distinctive atmosphere or feeling that seems to surround someone or something; a distinctive appearance or impression.

Question 3

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banal

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lacking freshness

Question 4

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bemuse

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to confuse or bewilder

Question 5

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cognizant

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fully aware; taking notice

Question 6

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conundrum

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a riddle whose answer is a play on words

Question 7

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evanescent

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short-lived; staying temporarily

Question 8

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factotum

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a helper or assistant with a wide range of duties and responsibilities.

Question 9

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grandoise

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impressive because of large size or scope

Question 10

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induce

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to influence or persuade

Question 11

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intransigent

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refusing to compromise or change ones position on an issue.

Question 12

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laudatory

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full of praise

Question 13

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panache

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dash or flamboyance in style or action.

Question 14

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picayune

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petty or insignificant; concerned with trifling matters.

Question 15

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predilection

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an inclination; preference.

Question 16

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promontory

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a high point of land that just into water.

Question 17

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