42-55 Flashcards

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quaver

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to speak in a trembling voice

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certitude

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certainty, confidence

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filigree

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delicate, ornamental work made from twisted wire of gold or silver

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4
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invigorate

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to give energy to; to animate

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5
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manifest

A

to show plainly; to reveal

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6
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chaos

A

complete confusion

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7
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oracle

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a prophet; a wise person

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8
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verbiage

A

excess words; wordiness

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9
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beatific

A

blessedly happy

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10
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discourse

A

lengthy discussion in speech or writing

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11
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moor

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an area of poorly drained open land

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12
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rebut

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to refute; to offer opposing evidence

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13
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perfunctorily

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in a routine manner

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14
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phosphorescent

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glowing

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