Chapter 2 Flashcards

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Illicit

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Illegal

Improper

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Unheralded

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Unannounced
Unexpected
Not publicized

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Inebriated

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Drunk

Intoxicated

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Assuage

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To make severe
Ease
Relieve

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Gratuity

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Something given voluntarily

Tip

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Indignant

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Angry

Offended

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Pseudonym

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Pen name
Felicitous
Borrowed name

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Quell

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To crush

Subdue

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Chastise

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To punish
Discipline
Scold

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Abridged

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Condensed

Shortened

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Respite

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Interval of relief

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Prowess

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Bravery

Skill

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Zenith

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Highest point

Summit

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Animosity

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Hatred

Hostility

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Foible

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Minor weakness or character flaw

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Fecund

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Fertile
Fruitful
Productive

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Skulk

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To move in a secretive manner
Sneak
Lurk

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Agitation

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Commotion
Excitement
Uneasiness

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Sullen

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Brooding

Gloomy

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Numismatics

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Coin collecting