1984 (pt. 2) Flashcards

1
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Rectify

A

To put right or correct

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2
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Virtuosity

A

Great skill, usually in an artistic pursuit

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3
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Didactic

A

Instructive, especially with a moral flavor (TONE)

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4
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Zealous

A

Full of energy or enthusiasm, esp. for a cause

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5
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Infallible

A

Incapable of error

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6
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Privation

A

A state of lacing essentials or necessities

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7
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Flagrant

A

Conspicuous or obvious, esp. for something offensive

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8
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Impregnable

A

Unable to be broken into or penetrated

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9
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Lurid

A

Glaringly vivid and graphic, to the point of sensationalism (TONE)

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10
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Inviolate

A

Free or safe from injury or defilement

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11
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Adulation

A

Excessive flattery; praise to an obsequious extent

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12
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Demur

A

To object or show reluctance, or an abjection/hesitation

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