8 Flashcards

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Oxymoron

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an apparent contradiction of terms

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Ambiguity

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The presence of two or more possible meanings in a passage; not clear

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3
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Abhorrent

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Offensive to the mind

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4
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Perpetual

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Continuing forever or indefinitely

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5
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Benevolent

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showing or being motivated by sympathy and understanding

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6
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Impetuous

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Characterized by undue haste and lack of thought

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7
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Peruse

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examine or consider with attention to detail

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8
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Unfettered

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not bound or restrained

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9
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Beleguer

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To annoy persistently

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10
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Levity

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a manner lacking seriousness

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