Chapter 3 Flashcards
1
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Mercenary
A
Motivated by financial gain; very greedy
2
Q
Allusion
A
An indirect reference
3
Q
Syndrome
A
A group of symptoms typical of a particular disease or condition
4
Q
Euphemism
A
A mild or vague term used as a substitute for one considered offense or unpleasant
5
Q
Appease
A
To calm
6
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Banal
A
Overused or original
7
Q
Taint
A
Stain the honor
8
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Assail
A
Attack verbally or physically
9
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Altruistic
A
Unselfishly concerned or for the welfare of others; unselfish
10
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Arbitrary
A
Determined by personal judgement, not rule or reason; based on impulse
