AP Lit Vocab #25 Flashcards by Calli Noriega | Brainscape

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Anachronism

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Something that is grossly out of historical context

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Bombastic

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Extravagant in speech or writing; pretentious

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Consternation

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Sudden alarming amazement or dread

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Disconcerted

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Bewildered or confused; distracted; unsettled

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Fetter

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(n) a shackle; a strap; a binding
(v) to restrict

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Intractable

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Not manageable; not easily controlled

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Incessant

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Continuing without interruption; unending

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Laudable

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Deserving praise; commendable

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Pious

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Having or showing reverence for god; devout

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Rapacity

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Excessive greed; extortion

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