AP Lang Vocab Week 3 Flashcards
1
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Ambiguous
A
open to more than one opinion, perspective, or interpretations; more than one meaning
2
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Assuage
A
to help make an unpleasant feeling less intense
3
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Caveat
A
a warning of specific stipulations, conditions, or limitations
4
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Clandestine
A
done in secret
5
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Erroneous
A
wrong, incorrect
6
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Frivolous
A
not having any serious purpose or value
7
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Pragmatic
A
dealing with things sensibly and realistically that based on practical considerations
8
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Reticent
A
not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings; restrained in expression; reluctant
9
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Sycophant
A
someone who flatters someone important in order to gain advantage (a suck-up)
10
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Voracious
A
an insatiable appetite for an activity, pursuit, or food