8/4 Flashcards
1
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Adamant
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hard; stubborn
2
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Formidable
A
inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable
3
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Hew
A
to cut down
4
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Abode
A
a place in which a person resides
5
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Benefactor
A
a person who confers a benefit; kindly helper
6
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Apathetic
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not interested; having or showing very little concern
7
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Nimble
A
quick in movement
8
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Incredulous
A
unwilling or unable to believe something
9
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Distraught
A
deeply upset and agitated
10
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Epoch
A
a period of time in history or a person’s life
11
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Banter
A
an exchange of light, playful, teasing remarks
12
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Incite
A
encourage or stir up
13
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Impede
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delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them
14
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Fallacy
A
a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument
15
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Oration
A
speak pompously (grand speech)
