9th Grade, second semester words Flashcards

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Evanescent

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(adj) fleeting, momentary, short-lived

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Lethargy

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(noun) laziness, tired

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Negligible

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(adj) of little importance, hardly noticeable

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Sycophant

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(noun) one who flatters, a kiss up

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Salubrious

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(adj) healthy, wholesome, good for you

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Aloof

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(adj) reserved, haughty, “standoffish”

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Giddy

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(adj) exited, extremely joyful

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Parochial

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(adj) narrow-minded, provincial

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Cajole

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(verb) coax,

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