BR Vocab III Flashcards

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minutiae (plural: minutia)

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the small, precise, or trivial details of something.
“the minutiae of everyday life”
synonyms: details, particulars

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disreputable

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not considered to be respectable in character or appearance.
“think twice before buying cheap fireworks from disreputable sources”
synonyms: infamous, notorious

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facile

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  1. (especially of a theory or argument) appearing neat and comprehensive only by ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial.
    synonyms: simplistic, superficial
  2. (of a person) having a superficial or simplistic knowledge or approach.
    “a man of facile and shallow intellect”
  3. (of success, especially in sports) easily achieved.
    “a facile victory”
    synonyms: effortless, easy, undemanding
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disreputable

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not considered to be respectable in character or appearance.
“think twice before buying cheap fireworks from disreputable sources”
synonyms: infamous, notorious

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impudent

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not showing due respect for another person; impertinent.
“he could have strangled this impudent upstart”
synonyms: impertinent, insolent, cheeky, cocky

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degenerate

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having lost the physical, mental, or moral qualities considered normal and desirable; showing evidence of decline.
“a degenerate form of a higher civilization”
synonyms: debased, degraded, corrupt, impure

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impetuous

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acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
“her friend was headstrong and impetuous”
synonyms: impulsive, rash, hasty, reckless

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agog

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very eager or curious to hear or see something.
“I’m all agog to see London”
synonyms: eager, excited, impatient

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manumission

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the release from slavery or servitude.

“Their owner had given his permission and intention to manumit them.”

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