CDS unit 5 vocab Flashcards

1
Q

Trifle

A

Slightly or somewhat; used to describe something as being small, insignificant, or of little importance.

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2
Q

Gruesome

A

Causing horror or disgust; repellent

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3
Q

Facade

A

A deceptive outward appearance or front

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4
Q

Putrid

A

Decaying or rotting; producing a disgusting smell

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5
Q

Relinquish

A

To voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up

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6
Q

Impish

A

Mischievous or playful, often in a slightly annoying way

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7
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Dastardly

A

Wicked and cruel; characterized by treachery or cowardice

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8
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Inscrutable

A

Impossible to understand or interpret; mysterious

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9
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Wheedle

A

To persuade or
influence someone through flattery
or deceit.

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10
Q

Prattle

A

To talk in a foolish or
inconsequential way; meaningless
chatter.

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11
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Contempt

A

A feeling of disdain or
lack of respect for someone or
something.

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12
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Shrewd

A

Having sharp judgment
and keen intelligence; astute.

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13
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Unattainable

A

Impossible to achieve or
reach.

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14
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Suppress

A

To put an end to
something by force or control; to
restrain.

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15
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Demeaning

A

Causing someone to lose
their dignity or respect.

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16
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Obsequious

A

Excessively obedient or
eager to please, often in a
servant-like manner.

17
Q

Derisive

A

Expressing ridicule or mockery

18
Q

Pompous

A

Having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; overly grand

19
Q

Regally

A

In a manner that is fit for royalty; with great dignity

20
Q

Somber

A

Dark or gloomy in mood, tone, or color

21
Q

Fanatic

A

A person with extreme enthusiasm or devotion to a cause

22
Q

Bristled

A

Stiffened or reacted angrily or defensively

23
Q

Pretense

A

A false appearance or claim meant to deceive

24
Q

Correspondent

A

A person who writes reports, typically for a newspaper or news organization