Brevity - Malicious Flashcards
1
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brevity
A
briefness or conciseness in speech or writing
2
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reticent
A
not talking much; reserved
3
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circumlocution
A
speaking in circles; roundabout speeh
4
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verbose
A
using too many words; wordy; long winded
5
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complacent
A
self-satisfied; smug
6
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insolent
A
boldy disrespectful in speech or behavior; rude
7
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pretentious
A
pretending increased importance
8
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cliche
A
a once original idea that became stale through overuse
9
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mundane
A
boring; commonplace; ordinary; humdrum
10
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allay
A
to lessen fear; to calm; to relieve pain
11
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mitigate
A
to make or become less severe; to lessen pain or damage
12
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congenial
A
compatable; having kindred needs or tastes; sympathetic
13
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jocular
A
liking to be with people; happy; joyful
14
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animosity
A
hatred; ill will
15
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pugnacious
A
eager to fight
