A-Z Flashcards
1
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alacrity
A
cheerful readiness, promptness, or willingness
2
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buttress
A
a support
3
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calumny
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a lie told with the intention of damaging someone’s reputation
4
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demure
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reserved, modest, and shy (most often of a woman)
5
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effulgent
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shining brightly; radiant
6
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fastidious
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very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
7
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garrulous
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talkative
8
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hackneyed
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overused to the point where effectiveness or impact is lost
9
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impetuous
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acting quickly without thought, care, or concern
10
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jargon
A
speech specific to a group or profession, not easily understood by outsiders
