AF Vocab Define Flashcards

1
Q

cannibalism

A

the eating of the flesh of an animal by another animal of the same kind

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2
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cryptic

A

have or seeming to have a hidden or ambiguous meaning

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3
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gambol

A

skipping or leaping about in play

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4
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ignominious

A

marked with our characterized by disgrace or shame

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5
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indefatigable

A

incapable of being fatigued

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6
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parasitical

A

someone/thing that resembles a parasite in living off of/exploiting another while giving little/nothing in return

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7
Q

coccidiosis

A

infestation with or disease caused by coccidia

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8
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dynamo

A

a machine by which mechanical energy is changed into electrical energy

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9
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embolden

A

to impart/instill boldness or courage: resolution enough to overcome timidity or misgiving

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10
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malignity

A

evil in nature, influence, or effect

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11
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manoeuvre (US: maneuver)

A

a military or naval movement

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12
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perpendicularity

A

standing at right angles to the plane of the horizon: exactly upright

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13
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superintendence

A

the act of function of superintending or directing

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14
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beatifically

A

having a blissful appearance, cheerful

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15
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demeanor

A

behavior toward others: outward manner

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16
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deputation

A

a group of people appointed to represent others

17
Q

devotees

A

an ardent follower, supporter, enthusiast (religion, art form, sport)

18
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inebriates

A

one who is drunk

19
Q

machinations

A

a scheming or crafty action or artful design intended to accomplish some usually evil end

20
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taciturn

A

temperamentally disinclined to talk